
Laguna Beach, California 92651
An active, transferable nightly short term lodging permit and sweeping 180-degree ocean views set this beautifully renovated Laguna Beach residence apart. Located on the west side of Coast Highway, the home is just one block from renowned Woods Cove Beach. Spanning approximately 3,043 square feet across three levels on a 4,000-square-foot lot, the home offers four bedrooms, four bathrooms, and expansive living spaces oriented toward the Pacific. The property combines comfortable coastal living with an uncommon degree of flexibility. Sound-insulated walls help reduce road noise, while the private backyard with jacuzzi, owned solar, EV charging, one-car garage, and an additional driveway space. The ground level features a dedicated retail suite with a true storefront presence, creating an opportunity for professionals or creative businesses. The space is currently leased month to month, providing immediate income while preserving flexibility for future use. The short term lodging permit is part of Laguna Beach’s strictly capped inventory and runs with the land. Whether used for occasional rentals, to generate income while traveling, or more extensively in the future, the permit provides an additional income opportunity that is increasingly difficult to replicate. With panoramic ocean views, multiple levels of living space, an existing commercial component, and two distinct avenues for generating income, 1953 S Coast Hwy offers a rare combination of lifestyle and flexibility in Laguna Beach.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
Although originally built in 1932, the property has undergone a high-end renovation within the last 5 years. The kitchen features modern dark cabinetry, stone countertops, and professional-grade stainless steel appliances. Bathrooms are updated with contemporary stone tiling and fixtures. The inclusion of modern systems like owned solar and EV charging, along with sound-insulated walls, indicates a comprehensive update to the home's infrastructure, placing it in mint, move-in-ready condition.
Elementary School: El Morro Elementary School (9/10). Middle School: Thurston Middle School (9/10). High School: Laguna Beach High School (9/10).
The property includes a rare, transferable nightly short-term lodging permit and a ground-level retail suite, providing unique and diversified revenue streams in a highly restricted market.
Situated on the desirable west side of Coast Highway and just one block from Woods Cove Beach, the home offers stunning 180-degree panoramic ocean views across three levels.
Located directly on South Coast Highway, the property is subject to consistent road noise and high pedestrian activity, which may detract from the privacy expected at this price point.
With only a one-car garage for a 3,043-square-foot residence, the property relies heavily on street permits, which can be inconvenient for owners or short-term guests.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 1.6 mi
Grades K-5 • 3.1 mi
Grades 6-8 • 1.5 mi
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Oct 12, 2026
$4,995,000
Initial Listing
Jun 29, 2012
$1,600,000
Public Record
Aug 2, 2001
$899,000
Public Record