31678 Seacliff Drive, Laguna Beach, California 92651, Laguna Beach, 92651 - 2 bed, 3 bath

31678 Seacliff Drive, Laguna Beach, California 92651 home-pic-0

31678 Seacliff Drive

Laguna Beach, California 92651

ACTIVE
CONDITION: EXCELLENT
2Beds
3Baths
1,931Sq Ft
2,200Lot Size

Property Price

LIST PRICE$5,995,000
EST. MARKET VALUE
$6,163,859

SUMMARY

Analysis of 31678 Seacliff Drive, Laguna Beach, California 92651 reveals a Fairly Priced Property with a current list price of $5,995,000  aligned with the estimated $6,163,859 Fair Market Value. This represents a stable investment opportunity at market rate. The property maintains a Excellent Condition Rating (95/100), indicating excellent structural integrity and modern finishes throughout. This turnkey property requires minimal updates and is ready for immediate occupancy. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Laguna Beach Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.

Estimated Market Value

$6,163,859
Based on Realkey algorithm analyzing recent comparable sales in Laguna Beach.

Condition Analysis

OVERALL CONDITION SCORE

Excellent
TeardownExcellent

Property is new construction or fully renovated.

The property has undergone a comprehensive four-year reconstruction, effectively making it a new home despite its 1940 origin. It features high-end Bertazzoni appliances, Dekton countertops, wide plank white oak flooring, and modern structural upgrades including a new foundation, steel beams, and smart home automation.

PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES

  • Great Schools

    Elementary School: El Morro Elementary School (9/10). Middle School: Thurston Middle School (9/10). High School: Laguna Beach High School (9/10).

  • Historical Pedigree & Modern Reconstruction

    Formerly owned by Charlie Chaplin, this legacy property combines rich architectural history with a comprehensive four-year reconstruction featuring steel-beam engineering, a new foundation, and high-end materials like Sapele mahogany and Dekton countertops.

  • Prime Coastal Access & Panoramic Views

    The home boasts rare deeded access to Table Rock Beach just 30 feet from the door and offers exceptional dual-coastline views spanning from Palos Verdes to Three Arch Bay, a vantage point available to only an estimated 3% of Laguna Beach homes.

CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES

  • MLS Listing Discrepancy

    Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 1931, other record living area = 1823.

  • Low Available Lot Utilization

    The property has a small lot size, more than 70 percent of which is taken by its living area. lot size in square feet = 2200, living area = 1931.

  • Limited Living Scale

    With only two bedrooms and under 2,000 square feet of living space, the property may feel restrictive for families or buyers seeking a more expansive estate at the $6 million price point.

About 31678 Seacliff Drive

A Seacliff architectural masterpiece nearly oceanfront with deeded beach access, formerly owned by Charlie Chaplin. Four years in the making, this newly reconstructed historic Laguna Beach Craftsman cottage pays respectful homage to its original design while being thoughtfully reimagined with modern engineering, elevated materials, and coastal elegance. Set on an elevated parcel within the Seacliff community adjacent to its oceanfront neighbor, the home enjoys rare commanding panoramic ocean views spanning from Palos Verdes Peninsula, across Catalina Island, and down to Three Arch Bay. Only an estimated three percent of ocean close Laguna Beach homes offer both up coast and down coast views from well within the interior. Beyond a gated entry, a beautifully designed outdoor living space blends seamlessly with the interior, ideal for alfresco dining, morning coffee, or sunset cocktails overlooking the Pacific. With rare direct deeded access to Table Rock Beach just 30 feet from the front door via gated stairs, the ocean is truly at your feet, with sunsets and ocean views from nearly every room. Garages are located at street level with main and upper living spaces above, each offering ocean views. While select original studs were preserved to retain grandfathered benefits, the home is otherwise newly constructed and modernized, including a new foundation, steel beams, and updated systems. The main level features a spacious living room, dining area, and open concept chef’s kitchen with Bertazzoni appliances, Blanco sinks, and imported Dekton countertops, along with a walk in pantry, wine refrigerator, and hidden laundry. A generous guest suite with spa style bath, walk in closet, private patio access, and a powder room complete this level. The upper level includes a second primary suite with en suite bath, a secondary living room with fireplace, wet bar, ocean facing balcony, an additional ocean view deck with a Jacuzzi. Additional highlights include custom sapele mahogany woodwork, wide plank white oak floors, hand laid dry stack stonework, copper gutters, smart home automation, and a rare side by side three car garage wired for EVs with parking for up to six vehicles. Quiet cul de sac location with signalized access to PCH, minutes from Laguna Beach dining, beaches, and boutiques. A rare legacy property where architectural history and coastal living converge.

Property Details

Public Facts

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1940
Lot Size
2,200 Sq. Ft.

Interior

Total Bedrooms
2
Total Bathrooms
3 (3 Full, 0 Half)

Exterior & Parking

No exterior & parking available.

Utilities & Misc

HOA Fee
$1500.0 / Month

Neighborhood Insights

Laguna Beach Unified Schools

El Morro Elementary School

Grades K-5 • 5.4 mi

9/10

Thurston Middle School

Grades 6-8 • 3.4 mi

9/10

Laguna Beach High School

Grades 9-12 • 3.4 mi

9/10

Sensitive Facilities

No sensitive facilities data found.

Neighborhood Comparison

FeatureSubjectAverage HomeNeighborhood Ranking (50 Listings)
Beds2.03.0
15%
Baths3.03.0
50%
Square foot1,9312,048
44%
Lot Size2,2006,003
3%
Price$6.00M$3.06M
88%
Price per sq ft$3.1K$1.6K
93%
Built year19401965
21%
HOA$1500.0$0
91%
Days on market58200
6%

Pricing History

Listed for Sale

Feb 8, 2026

$5,995,000

$6,400,000

-6% Price Drop

Initial Listing

Price Change

Jan 8, 2026

$6,400,000

Initial Listing

Sold

May 15, 2023

$5,585,000

Public Record

Sold

Jun 24, 2022

$5,240,000

Public Record

Sold

Feb 15, 2017

$2,200,000

Public Record

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