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

641 Canyon View Drive
Laguna Beach, California 92651
Property Price
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
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
Thurston Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 0.5 mi
Laguna Beach High School
Grades 9-12 • 0.4 mi
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 3.0 | 55% |
| Baths | 5.0 | 3.0 | 81% |
| Square foot | 5,579 | 2,054 | 99% |
| Lot Size | 30,300 | 6,041.5 | 97% |
| Price | $8.00M | $3.06M | 91% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.4K | $1.6K | 44% |
| Built year | 2026 | 1965 | 99% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 39 | 200 | 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
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