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1984 Cortez

Laguna Beach, CA 92651

2 beds
3 baths
1,287 sqft
2,500 sqft lot
$1,087 per sqft
1974 build
– on site

TWO WEEKS ONLY – RARE OCEAN VIEW OPPORTUNITY IN ARCH BEACH HEIGHTS! This is your one shot to secure a phenomenal deal before a full-scale renovation begins. Whether you're a savvy investor looking to capitalize on a prime Laguna Beach property or an end-user ready to create your forever ocean view dream home, this is the golden window of opportunity you've been waiting for—and it's only open for the next 2 weeks. Situated on a premium corner lot in the highly sought-after Arch Beach Heights neighborhood, this home already offers stunning ocean views, and with the right vision, the potential to expand both the square footage and the overall footprint is incredible. Imagine transforming this into a showstopping custom residence with a grand open-concept kitchen, soaring ceilings, expansive glass walls, and indoor-outdoor living to soak up the coastline every single day. NO BLIND OFFERS. BUYERS MUST SEE THE HOME. SOLD AS-IS. Currently a 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath layout, the existing floor plan lends itself perfectly to a creative reimagination—think dual primary suites, a spacious great room with panoramic windows, and elevated design throughout. With the corner lot, you gain added privacy, a full driveway and garage (a rarity in this area), and flexibility with the layout to increase the home’s footprint significantly. And let’s talk location: you’re walking distance to Laguna’s picturesque parks, and just steps from miles of world-class hiking, biking, and running trails, with breathtaking views in every direction. This neighborhood is peaceful, elevated, and still just minutes from the heart of Laguna’s vibrant village life, beaches, dining, and art scene. This property will be going into renovation mode in two weeks—but the seller is open to serious offers now. After that, the opportunity to buy at this price point is gone. ?? Investor's Dream. Buy-and-Hold Gem. End-User Paradise. Whatever your goals, this property checks every box. Act fast—this is a once-in-a-blue-moon opportunity in a red-hot location. Don’t let it pass you by. Reach out today to tour the property, run your numbers, and submit your offer. Property will be sold AS-IS!

Listed By CRMLS_CA / Dani Walker / First Team Real Estate / 714-655-6056

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 20, 2025 •

MLS# OC25085421 —

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The Building

Year Built:

1974
Year Built Source:

Assessor
New Construction:

No
Total Number Of Units:

1
Architectural Style:

Bungalow
Structure Type:

House
Stories Total:

2
Entry Level:

1
Patio And Porch Features:

Patio, Rear Porch
Patio:

1
Common Walls:

No Common Walls
Faces:

South

Interior

Features:

Balcony
Levels:

Two
Entry Location:

1
Kitchen Features:

Formica Counters
Eating Area:

In Kitchen
Window Features:

Skylight(s)
Flooring:

Carpet, Vinyl
Room Type:

All Bedrooms Up, Galley Kitchen, Kitchen, Living Room
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Assessor
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplace:

Living Room, Gas
Laundry:

In Garage, Washer Hookup
Laundry:

1

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1287.00

Location

Directions:

On the Corner of Tijuana and Cortez, South of Balboa
Latitude:

33.52833300
Longitude:

-117.75517200

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Condition:

Fixer
Lot Features:

Back Yard, Corner Lot, Yard
Lot Size Area:

2500.0000
Lot Size Acres:

0.0574
Lot Size SqFt:

2500.00
Lot Size Source:

Assessor
View:

1
View:

City Lights, Coastline, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Ocean, Trees/Woods, Water
Road Frontage:

City Street
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Additional Parcels:

No
Land Lease:

No
Lease Considered:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Census Tract:

626.20
Tax Tract:

24
Tax Lot:

17

Beds

Total Bedrooms:

2

Baths

Total Baths:

3
Bathroom Features:

Bathtub, Shower in Tub, Closet in bathroom, Double sinks in bath(s), Exhaust fan(s), Privacy toilet door
Full & Three Quarter Baths:

1
Main Level Baths:

1
Full Baths:

1
Half Baths:

1
Quarter Baths:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

Standard
Parcel Number:

64447616
Showings Begin:

2025-04-19

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

1
Heating:

Central
Cooling:

No
Cooling:

None

Utilities

Utilities:

Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Sewer:

Public Sewer
Electric:

Standard
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Gas Water Heater
Included:

Yes

Schools

Elementary:

TOTW
Elementary School:

Top Of The World
Middle School:

Thurston
Middle School:

THURST
High School:

Laguna Beach
High School:

LAGBEA
High School District:

Laguna Beach Unified

The Community

Subdivision:

Arch Beach Heights (ABH)
Subdivision:

Arch Beach Heights (ABH)
Neighborhood:

Arch Beach Heights
Features:

Biking, Hiking, Gutters, Street Lights
Association:

No
Pool:

None
Waterfront Features:

Ocean Side of Freeway
Senior Community:

No
Private Pool:

No
Spa Features:

None
Assessments:

No
Assessments:

None

Parking

Parking:

Yes
Parking:

Driveway, Garage Faces Rear, Garage - Two Door
Parking Spaces:

2.00
Attached Garage:

Yes
Garage Spaces:

2.00

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,399,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$7,491
Taxes	N/A
Insurance	$384
Utilities	$157 See report
Total	$8,032/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price
4/19/25 Apr 19, 2025	Listed / Active	CRMLS_CA	$1,399,000
4/1/25 Apr 1, 2025	Sold	BRIDGE
3/28/25 Mar 28, 2025	Pending	CRMLS_CA

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This house located in Arch Beach Heights, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 is currently for sale for $1,399,000. 1984 Cortez is a 1,287 square foot house with 2 beds and 3 baths that has been on Estately for 1 days. 1984 Cortez is in the Arch Beach Heights neighborhood of Laguna Beach and has a WalkScore® of 6, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Thurston Middle School, Laguna Beach High School, and Top Of The World Elementary School.

Listing Courtesy of: CRMLS_CA and First Team Real Estate. Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of 07:53 on Apr 20.

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