150 Cress Street, Laguna Beach, California 92651, Laguna Beach, 92651 - 8 bed, 6 bath

150 Cress Street, Laguna Beach, California 92651 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$8,495,000
150 Cress Street, Laguna Beach, California 92651
8Beds
6Baths
3,300Sqft
7,241Lot

Price Vs. Estimate

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Key pros and cons

Top Pros:
Exceptional Income Potential: Boasts an impressive annual revenue of nearly $500,000 with valuable vacation rental permits, offering significant cash flow and investment return.
Top Cons:
Age of Construction: Built in 1955, the property may require ongoing maintenance or potential updates to systems and aesthetics, which could incur additional costs not detailed.

Compared to the nearby listings

Price:$8.49M vs avg $2.50M (+$5,995,000)94%
Size:3,300 sqft vs avg 1,989 sqft94%
Price/sqft:$2.6K vs avg $1.2K94%

More Insights

Built in 1955 (70 years old).
Condition: Despite being built in 1955, the property has clearly undergone significant renovations, likely within the last 10-15 years. The kitchens feature updated cabinetry, granite countertops, and modern stainless steel appliances. Bathrooms are also updated with contemporary vanities, tiled showers/tubs, and modern fixtures. Flooring consists of well-maintained tile and some carpeting. Mini-split AC units are visible, indicating updated cooling. While the style isn't cutting-edge modern, it is clean, functional, and move-in ready with no immediate renovations required, aligning with a 'Good' condition.
Year Built
1955
Close
-
List price
$8.49M
Original List price
$8.99M
Price/Sqft
$2,574
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
OC25017354
Home ConditionGood
Features
Excellent View: Ocean
Spa
Patio
ViewOcean

About this home

Motivated Seller! Discover an unparalleled coastal haven at Cress Street Beach. We proudly present an extraordinary opportunity to acquire a truly unique 3 Bedroom 2.5 bath single level home, that also includes a duplex with amazing ocean views, only steps to the sand. This highly coveted property features 2 homes on 1 over-sized lot, including 3 elegantly appointed ocean-view villas, 120, 130, & 150 Cress Street are set on an expansive and meticulously hardscaped lot. Perfectly suited for an exquisite owner-occupied residence, or for the most discerning real estate investor. This remarkable property allows the owner to enjoy one of the most coveted beach house locations in Southern California while boasting an impressive annual revenue of nearly $500,000 per year, or live in the primary single level home full time and continue to take advantage of the vacation rental permits and rent the duplex for $250,000-$300,000 a year! The centerpiece of this extraordinary ensemble, is of course, the primary villa, 150 Cress Street, it is a sophisticated single-level residence offering 3 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 opulent baths. This villa includes a private 1-car garage and a gated driveway accommodating up to 3 vehicles. The additional two villas, separated by only one common wall between them, feature 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, and 2 bedrooms with 1 bath respectively, they share a separate two-car garage, accessed from an entirely different street, ensuring privacy and tranquility for the primary villa. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity. Your dream of owning a piece of paradise on the world famous shores of Laguna Beach awaits.

Condition Rating
Good

Despite being built in 1955, the property has clearly undergone significant renovations, likely within the last 10-15 years. The kitchens feature updated cabinetry, granite countertops, and modern stainless steel appliances. Bathrooms are also updated with contemporary vanities, tiled showers/tubs, and modern fixtures. Flooring consists of well-maintained tile and some carpeting. Mini-split AC units are visible, indicating updated cooling. While the style isn't cutting-edge modern, it is clean, functional, and move-in ready with no immediate renovations required, aligning with a 'Good' condition.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Exceptional Income Potential: Boasts an impressive annual revenue of nearly $500,000 with valuable vacation rental permits, offering significant cash flow and investment return.
Prime Coastal Location: Unparalleled access to Cress Street Beach, located steps from the sand in the highly coveted Laguna Beach area.
Multi-Unit Configuration: Comprises two homes on one oversized lot, featuring three distinct ocean-view villas (a triplex), providing diverse living and investment strategies.
Panoramic Ocean Views: Multiple units offer amazing ocean views, a premium and highly sought-after amenity in this coastal market.
Flexible Usage: Ideal for an exquisite owner-occupied residence with substantial rental income from the other units, or as a high-performing pure investment property.

Cons

Age of Construction: Built in 1955, the property may require ongoing maintenance or potential updates to systems and aesthetics, which could incur additional costs not detailed.
High Investment Threshold: The list price of $8.495 million represents a substantial capital outlay, narrowing the potential buyer pool to ultra-high-net-worth individuals or sophisticated investors.
Management Complexity: Operating a triplex, particularly with vacation rental permits, demands significant management effort for bookings, maintenance, and guest services, which may not suit all investors.

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