Living room with an ocean & hillside view.

1961 Temple Hills Drive, Laguna Beach, California 92651

$2,785,000

Overview

Property ID: LG26038190

Single Family Residence, Residential
Property Type

4
Bedrooms

4
Bathrooms

2.0
Garages

1954
Year Built

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 enjoying breathtaking views and the best of coastal living.

Address

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Address: 1961 Temple Hills Drive
City: Laguna Beach
State/county: CA
Zip/Postal Code: 92651
Country: US

Details

Updated on March 31, 2026 at 7:15 pm

Property ID LG26038190
Price $2,785,000
Land Area 0.22 Acres
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 4
Garages 2.0
Year Built 1954
Property Type Single Family Residence, Residential
Property Status Closed

Additional details

Listing Terms Cash to New Loan
Roof Asphalt, Shingle
Utilities Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
Sewer Public Sewer
Cooling Central Air
Heating Central, Fireplace(s)
Flooring Vinyl, Wood
County Orange
Property Type Residential
Pool None
Parking Driveway Level, Door-Single, Garage Faces Front, Garage
Elementary School Top Of The World
Middle School Thurston
High School Laguna Beach
Community Features Hiking, Storm Drain(s)
Architectural Style Mid-Century Modern, Ranch