$2,785,000

1961 Temple Hills Drive, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

4 beds |
4 baths |
2,500 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1954
9,583sqft lot
2 car garage
$1,114/sqft
Listed 13 days ago

Property Description

Experience the rare combination of space, views, and opportunity in this expansive ranch-style coastal retreat. Set on a nearly 10,000 square foot lot, this 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom residence offers 2,500 square feet of living space - an exceptional find for buyers seeking room to grow in a premier coastal setting. Wake up to sweeping hillside and peak ocean views, with the potential of stunning ocean views with a little help from your friendly neighbor trimming their trees. The generous lot size opens the door to incredible upside potential: envision a resort-style pool, expanded living areas, or a detached guest house to create a true private compound. Inside, the home has already been thoughtfully upgraded with a new kitchen cabinets, partially renovated bathrooms, new flooring, and fresh interior paint. The flexible floor plan includes a fourth bedroom and bath addition, while the existing primary suite offers the unique advantage of functioning as a potential ADU, complete with a separate entrance and kitchen - ideal for multigenerational living, guests, or rental income. For buyers looking for a larger coastal property with immediate comfort and long-term value-add potential, this is a rare opportunity to create a custom Laguna compound tailored to your vision - all while enjo

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: February 20, 2026
Data Last Updated:: March 5, 2026 at 4:08PM
Listing Office:: Compass : 949-438-4340
Listing Agent:: John Trevino : 949-395-2417
MLS ID:: CRLG26038190

General: Dining EllUpdated Kitchen
Appliances: MicrowaveFree-Standing RangeRefrigerator
Laundry: 220 Volt OutletLaundry RoomOther
Flooring: VinylWood
A/C: Central Air
Heating: CentralFireplace(s)
Fireplace: Living RoomOtherFireplace
Disability Feature: Other

General: GardenOther
Style: RanchMid Century Modern
Pool: None
Parking: AttachedOtherGarage Faces Front

General: Cement Siding2Block

HOA Amenities: 0.0
Originating MLS: CRMLS
School District: Laguna Beach Unified
County: Orange

Zoning: 64139404
View: CanyonCity LightsHillsMountain(s)Trees/WoodsOtherOcean

Utilities: Cable ConnectedNatural Gas Connected

Source: CRMLS

This listing courtesy of John Trevino , Compass

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Location

Schools Nearby

Top of the World Elementary School

21601 Treetop Ln, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651

Grades KG-5

0.75 miles away

Thurston Middle School

2100 Park Ave, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651

Grades 6-8

0.42 miles away

Laguna Beach High School

625 Park Ave, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651

Grades 9-12

0.66 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.