Charming, restored, immaculate BEACH COTTAGE from the 1930's when Laguna Beach was discovered as the idyllic seaside community it is today! Gorgeous one bedroom, one bath cottage with natural sunlight and ocean breeze flowing in through the windows, French doors and retractable skylights. High pitched beamed ceilings create a spacious feel in the already open floor plan. The recently remodeled kitchen has stainless steel appliances, sink and fresh white cabinets. Cozy fireplace and wood floors throughout warm the ambiance of the property. Indoor/ outdoor living is extended with decks, fruit trees, an outdoor shower and welcoming fresh air spaces to relax and entertain. The separate studio, one bedroom, one bath guest cottage makes the property functional for a variety of creative uses. .. Welcoming for guests, grown children, an art studio, workout space, music room, or an office away from home! Newer wood fence completely encloses the peaceful retreat for privacy in your own coastal dream property. Located in the desirable South Laguna Village with locals' favorite restaurants, eclectic shops and the most pristine beaches and coves. Jump on the free Laguna Beach trolley to enjoy all that Laguna Beach has to offer! Newer roof on both the main cottage and guest cottage. Newer tankless water heater. Turn key and ready for move in.
Coast Royal, located between Victoria Beach and Aliso Beach, is a coastal and residential Laguna Beach neighborhood with blufftop views and pocket stairway beach access. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Coast Royale Drive and South Coast Highway stretch, where low-key beach rentals, surf-and-swim stops, and ocean-view pullouts set a relaxed pace. Mid-century and contemporary hillside homes follow the contours above the sand, with winding lanes and palms framing the Pacific. The Montage Laguna Beach anchors the southern edge with resort grounds and coastal trails. Nearby, The Drake and Ruby’s Diner at Crystal Cove mark the local dining map. Mornings track the tide line; evenings follow the sunset from the bluffs.
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Offer insights
31521 Summit Rd · $1,695,000
$1.71M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.71M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
18 days
The average home goes pending in 42 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.9%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Beamed ceilings
Built-ins
High ceilings
Open floor plan
Storage space
Attached living room deck
Skylights
Roller shades
Window screens
No interior steps
Living room fireplace
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms, both on the main floor
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms with shower-tub combinations
Remodeled bathrooms
Kitchen
Garbage disposal
Built-in range
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Tankless water heater
Tile counters
Remodeled kitchen
Kitchen open to family room
Eating area in living room
Laundry & utility
Inside laundry
Stackable laundry
Flooring
Wood flooring
Heating & cooling
Combination heating
Solar heating
Exterior features
Detached guest house
Wood fence
Enclosed screened patio
Wood deck
Landscaped
Home design
One-story home
Street-level entry
Parking
Street parking
Construction
Wood construction
Composition roof
Utilities
Public sewer
Public water
Natural gas, electricity, cable, sewer, and water connected
HOA & community
Hiking
Electricity and solar
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Fabulous cottage! Laguna Beach beautiful indoor/outdoor, immaculate beach cottage on a quiet cul-de-sac with guest area. Simply gorgeous remodeled Beach Cottage in beautiful South Laguna Beach. The charming main house is 1 bedroom and 1 bath with a bonus cottage for guests, which also has laundry and a bathroom. This turn key cottage has just been remodeled with wood floors throughout. The sun kissed kitchen has new stainless steel appliances, new stainless sink, white cabinets, new light fixtures throughout and a cozy fireplace with a built in bench for dining. Larger skylight in the living room with lots of windows and doors that lead to your outdoor entertaining area with fruit trees and an outdoor shower! There is a brand new fence in front and back of property, completely enclosed and fenced in and private. This home is located in the South Laguna Village, Walking distance to the beach, restaurants, coffee and shopping. Enjoy the beautiful beaches of Tablerock and West Street are few blocks away. It Doesn't get Any Better Than This. Must See!! There are two parking spots in front of fence for two cars.
CRMLS #OC21083469
Aug 4, 2021
Sold
$1,045,000
$1,493/sq ft
Jul 30, 2021
Pending
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Jul 2, 2021
Price Changed
$1,085,000
$1,550/sq ft
Jun 1, 2021
Price Changed
$1,145,000
$1,636/sq ft
May 18, 2021
Price Changed
$1,149,900
$1,643/sq ft
Apr 26, 2021
Listed
$1,149,999
$1,643/sq ft
CRMLS #L10571
May 30, 2003
Sold
$525,000
$750/sq ft
Apr 8, 2003
Listed
$549,000
$784/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 19, 2002
Sold
$460,000
$657/sq ft
CRMLS #S263506
Feb 27, 2002
Sold
$349,000
$499/sq ft
Oct 20, 2001
Listed
$349,000
$499/sq ft
CRMLS #L4104
Jun 13, 2001
Sold
$360,000
$514/sq ft
May 2, 2001
Listed
$350,000
$500/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 5, 1990
Sold
$209,000
$299/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 22, 1987
Sold
$126,500
$181/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,010 (+2.6%)
$1,587,275 + $25,761
$1,613,036
2024
$17,557 (+1.0%)
$1,587,275 + $25,761
$1,613,036
2023
$17,379 (+43.3%)
$1,556,152 + $25,256
$1,581,408
2022
$12,131 (+39.3%)
$1,525,639 + $24,761
$1,550,400
2021
$8,709 (+1.6%)
$1,022,300 + $22,700
$1,045,000
2020
$8,569 (+2.5%)
$678,795 + $23,668
$702,463
2019
$8,361 (+1.0%)
$671,835 + $23,426
$695,261
2018
$8,281 (+3.2%)
$658,662 + $22,967
$681,629
2017
$8,022 (+2.3%)
$633,085 + $22,076
$655,161
2016
$7,841 (+5.3%)
$633,085 + $22,076
$655,161
2015
$7,445 (+1.6%)
$620,671 + $21,644
$642,315
2014
$7,325 (+0.8%)
$599,372 + $20,902
$620,274
2013
$7,270 (+1.1%)
$599,372 + $20,902
$620,274
2012
$7,190 (+2.3%)
$596,663 + $20,808
$617,471
2011
$7,027
$584,964 + $20,400
$605,364
2010
$7,027 (+4.2%)
$573,495 + $20,000
$593,495
2009
$6,744 (−1.3%)
$569,209 + $19,851
$589,060
2008
$6,833
$541,491 + $19,509
$561,000
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
2,362 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1935
Finished Sq. Ft.
594
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
594
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
05608612
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.
Aug 5, 2022 • Final
Residential - reroof
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 86° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
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Redfin Estimate for 31521 Summit Rd
$1,676,780
$18K under list price of $1.70M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.3M to $1.7M.