1285 Cortez Avenue
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Listing broker / agent: Bullock Russell RE Services · Gaetano LoGrande · 949-973-6914 · CRMLS
MLS # OC26216358 · Last checked Oct 22, 2026 08:09 UTC
About this property
1285 Cortez Ave presents a rare opportunity to acquire three contiguous parcels in the sought-after Arch Beach Heights neighborhood of Laguna Beach, one of Southern California’s most desirable coastal hillside communities. The offering includes: • 1285 Cortez Ave (APN 644-432-01) • 829 Miramar St (APN 644-432-02) • 855 Miramar St (APN 644-432-03) Collectively originating from the historic Arch Beach Heights subdivision, the three parcels encompass approximately 0.39 acres of elevated hillside property offering privacy, canyon surroundings, and ocean-views. Buyers are advised to independently verify all development possibilities, lot status, zoning, access, and building requirements with the City of Laguna Beach and other appropriate professionals. The Cortez parcel currently features a charming single-story 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with sweeping canyon and ocean views, tranquil garden areas, a dwarf avocado tree, and fruit cocktail tree. Located on a quiet street with minimal through traffic and no streetlights, the setting offers a peaceful coastal atmosphere. The adjacent Miramar parcels are separate legal lots of record and may present future planning, design, or development opportunities for buyers seeking a custom residential compound, architectural estate, or long-term investment opportunity. Located within close proximity to scenic hiking trails, renowned beaches, acclaimed restaurants, galleries, and the vibrant village lifestyle of Laguna Beach, this assemblage offers a unique opportunity for buyers seeking a distinctive coastal property with future potential. Opportunities to acquire multiple contiguous parcels in Arch Beach Heights are exceptionally limited. Whether envisioned as a private retreat, custom architectural project, or long-term coastal investment, 1285 Cortez Ave offers a rare canvas in one of Laguna Beach’s most iconic hillside neighborhoods. Seller and listing broker make no guarantees regarding development potential, lot status, zoning, views, or future use. Buyers are advised to conduct their own independent investigations with the City of Laguna Beach and licensed professionals.
Property details
- MLS number
- OC26216358
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 2 Beds • 2 Baths
- Living area
- 1,088 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.3948 acres
- County
- Orange
- Year built
- 1960
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 11
Building
- Year built
- 1960
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Entry level
- 1
- Living area source
- Public Records
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 0
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 0
- Quarter bathrooms
- 0
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 2
- Main-level bathrooms
- 2
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Appliances
- Barbecue, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Quartz Counters, Unfurnished, All Bedrooms Down, Main Level Primary
- Flooring
- Stone, Wood
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- In Garage
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Door Single, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- None
- Spa
- None
- Patio / porch
- Rear Porch, Deck, Patio
- Lot size source
- See Remarks
- Property outlook
- Canyon, Ocean
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Community features
- Curbs, Gutters
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
- Association fee
- $0.00
Schools reported in the listing
- High school district
- Laguna Beach Unified
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Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Laguna Beach High (school website, opens in a new tab) Laguna Beach Unified · Laguna Beach | 9–12 | 1.3 mi |
| Top of the World Elementary Laguna Beach Unified · Laguna Beach | K–5 | 1.3 mi |
| Thurston Middle Laguna Beach Unified · Laguna Beach | 6–8 | 1.5 mi |
| Moulton Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Laguna Niguel | K–5 | 2.1 mi |
| Canyon Vista Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Aliso Viejo | K–5 | 2.7 mi |
| Wood Canyon Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Aliso Viejo | K–5 | 2.9 mi |
| Orange County Academy of Sciences and Arts III (school website, opens in a new tab) Orange County Department of Education · Aliso Viejo | K–12 | 3.1 mi |
| Aliso Niguel High (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Aliso Viejo | 9–12 | 3.3 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $3,999,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $3,999,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 18:15 | $3,999,000 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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