641 Canyon View Drive, Laguna Beach, California 92651, Laguna Beach, 92651 - 4 bed, 5 bath

641 Canyon View Drive, Laguna Beach, California 92651 home-pic-0

641 Canyon View Drive

Laguna Beach, California 92651

ACTIVE
CONDITION: TEAR DOWN
4Beds
5Baths
5,579Sq Ft
30,300Lot Size

Property Price

LIST PRICE$8,000,000

SUMMARY

Analysis of 641 Canyon View Drive, Laguna Beach, California 92651 is currently available with a list price of $8,000,000. The property maintains a Tear down Condition Rating (10/100), reflecting significant deferred maintenance. This property is best suited for experienced investors or developers prepared for substantial renovation work. 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 Experienced Investors and Fix-and-Flip Specialists.

Condition Analysis

OVERALL CONDITION SCORE

Tear down
TeardownExcellent

Property is land value only, full reconstruction required.

The property is explicitly described as a 'down-to-the-studs remodel' and a 'development opportunity.' The images confirm this, showing an interior that is completely gutted with exposed framing and concrete floors, rendering it unlivable in its current state. There are no functional kitchens, bathrooms, or systems to assess. The 'year_built: 2026' refers to the projected completion of the new estate, not the current structure. The value is clearly based on the land and the approved plans for redevelopment, aligning with the 'tear-down' criteria for an unlivable property whose value is in its potential.

PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES

  • High Available Lot Utilization

    The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 30300, living area = 5579.

  • Great Schools

    Elementary School: Top Of The World Elementary School (9/10). Middle School: Thurston Middle School (9/10). High School: Laguna Beach High School (9/10).

  • Unparalleled Ocean Views & Location

    Sweeping panoramic ocean, coastline, and city light views from a private, cul-de-sac location in Laguna Beach's prestigious Temple Hills neighborhood.

CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES

  • MLS Listing Discrepancy

    Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =30300, other record lot size in square feet = 60081.

  • Extensive Development Required

    The property is a 'down-to-the-studs remodel' and a 'development opportunity,' meaning it is not move-in ready and requires substantial construction, time, and additional capital investment beyond the purchase price.

  • High Initial Investment for a Project

    The $8,000,000 list price is for a project requiring further significant financial outlay for construction, narrowing the potential buyer pool to highly capitalized individuals or developers.

About 641 Canyon View Drive

This significant development opportunity in Laguna Beach’s Temple Hills neighborhood features a down-to-the-studs remodel on a private, approximately 30,300-square-foot lot with sweeping ocean views. Located at the end of a cul-de-sac street, the offering includes DRB-approved plans by Olivos Design Studio outline an expansion of the current structure to an approximately 5,579-square-foot California Modern pool estate. Curated by Kim Duensing Projects, the vision for the breezy interiors utilizes a palette of timeless natural such as limestone, cedar, metal, and smooth stucco. The layout is thoughtfully scaled with four bedrooms (including a multipurpose office space), four and a half bathrooms, dual family rooms, and a media room. An architectural atrium-style dining room serves as the home’s focal point, capturing expansive ocean views. The exterior plan is equally comprehensive, featuring a reimagined landscape design, a new pool and spa, and generous deck spaces for quintessential outdoor living. Complete with a three-car garage and vast lot, this secluded residence is located mere minutes from Laguna’s main attractions: restaurants, world-class beaches, boutiques, and famous resorts. This project allows for the immediate realization of a high-end custom residence dream in a premier coastal location with the potential for thoughtful customization.

Property Details

Public Facts

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
2026
Lot Size
30,300 Sq. Ft.

Interior

Total Bedrooms
4
Total Bathrooms
5 (5 Full, 0 Half)

Exterior & Parking

No exterior & parking available.

Utilities & Misc

HOA Fee
$0 / Month

Neighborhood Insights

Laguna Beach Unified Schools

Top Of The World Elementary School

Grades K-5 • 1.0 mi

9/10

Thurston Middle School

Grades 6-8 • 0.5 mi

9/10

Laguna Beach High School

Grades 9-12 • 0.4 mi

9/10

Sensitive Facilities

No sensitive facilities data found.

Neighborhood Comparison

FeatureSubjectAverage HomeNeighborhood Ranking (50 Listings)
Beds4.03.0
55%
Baths5.03.0
81%
Square foot5,5792,054
99%
Lot Size30,3006,041.5
97%
Price$8.00M$3.06M
91%
Price per sq ft$1.4K$1.6K
44%
Built year20261965
99%
HOA$0$0
50%
Days on market39200
3%

Pricing History

Listed for Sale

Jan 27, 2026

$8,000,000

Initial Listing

Sold

Jan 13, 2017

$1,250,000

Public Record

Sold

Sep 29, 2016

$2,460,000

Public Record

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