Ocean front original 1950's beach cottage. First time offered for sale in over 60 years. This property is a diamond in the rough as it sits on a premier lot in one of the only beach front communities in South Orange County. Just look at the adjacent properties to see what is possible. Very private and quiet beach community with guard gated 24/7 security patrol. Unobstructed 180 degree panoramic white water, sunset, Catalina Island & Dana Point Harbor views. Relax and enjoy the ocean breeze with your toes in the sand while you watch the waves roll in. This is California living at its finest. Incredible amount of parking available for you and your guests - 4 privately reserved parking spaces directly across the street, 2 car garage, 2 car driveway, 2 additional parallel spaces directly in front of property - That's 10 parking spaces total for your private beach residence! This property is ready to be enjoyed today as a turnkey rustic beach house. Take your time as you design the remodel/expansion/new construction into your custom ocean front property. The property and location must be viewed to appreciate the potential and possibilities. There are not many of these original beach cottages left in the most desirable locations, don't let this one pass you by.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
4,795 sq ftLot Size
$4,523Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by M. Paul Mehl•DRE #01296096• Lifestyle Homes
Bought with Doug Echelberger•DRE #01176379• Surterre Properties Inc
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
6
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,795 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2018
Sq. Ft.
4,078
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
69115125
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 22, 2026.
RBR 12
Residential Beach Road 12 District
The RBR 12 districts provide for medium density single family residential development. These districts include single family detached and attached residential dwellings at a maximum density of 12 dwellings per net acre of land.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway, Garage - Front Entry, Direct Garage Access, Guest
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 8
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
In Garage
Kitchen Information
Breakfast Counter / Bar, In Living Room
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room Information
All Bedrooms Down, Great Room
Fireplace Information
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Interior Features
Entry Location: Ground Level
Levels: One
Security Features: Gated Community, Gated with Guard
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Concrete
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Size Dimensions: 35 x 137
Property Information
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Parcel Number: 69115125
Property Condition: Repairs Cosmetic
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Waterfront Features: Lot has Beach Access, Lot on Beach Front, Lot has Ocean Access, Lot on Ocean Front, Lot on Ocean Side Of Highway 1
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer Available
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Homeowners Association
Is Part of Association
Association Fee: $98
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Amenities: Guard, Security
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Street Lighting, Storm Drains
School Information
High School District: Capistrano Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 33.44960000
Longitude: -117.65757800
Other Subdivision Name: Beach Road Custom (BR)
Directions: PCH and turn west at Beach Rd. Cross train tracks and entrance is on your immediate left. Cross Streets: PCH / Palisades Dr
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Subdivision Name: Beach Road Custom (BR)
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 6.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,078
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4,795 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 2018
County: Orange County
APN: 69115125
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 22, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 234
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 234
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Paul
List Agent Last Name: Mehl
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Lifestyle Homes
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Doug
Buyer Agent Last Name: Echelberger
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Surterre Properties Inc
Around this home
Schools
Palisades Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
Shorecliffs Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
8/10
San Juan Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.1mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
3 days above 85° expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Dana Point, CA • 92624
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 7.1 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$6.05M – $7.33M
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