The Aaronson Group
Luxury Coastal Real Estate – OC
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Why 1585 S. Coast Highway 47 Doesn’t Belong in the Same Category as Other $3.5M Laguna Listings
If you’ve been shopping the Laguna Beach market in the $3M to $4M range, you already know what most of that inventory looks like: hillside homes with ocean views, condos a few blocks from the sand, or older properties needing meaningful work to reach turnkey condition. Beautiful homes, but a fundamentally different category from what 1585 S. Coast Highway 47 actually is.
This residence is something the Laguna Beach market produces very rarely: a fully remodeled, sand-level, direct oceanfront condominium inside a gated community that just completed a multi-million-dollar renovation. At $3,495,000, it remains available, and the longer it sits, the more clearly it stands apart from the comparison set most buyers think they’re shopping.
“There is a meaningful difference between an ocean view and an oceanfront address. This is the latter, in a category of Laguna Beach inventory that turns over slowly and rarely.”
Property Snapshot
1585 S. Coast Highway 47, Laguna Beach
Detail
Information
Current Price
$3,495,000 (reduced from $3,650,000)
Community
Laguna Sands – gated, oceanfront, recently renovated
Bedrooms / Bathrooms
2 / 2
Living Area
1,155 sq. ft.
Year Built
1962, comprehensively remodeled
MLS
OC26021428
Furnishings
Available for inclusion (turnkey opportunity)
The Category
What Makes Sand-Level Oceanfront a Different Asset Class
In Laguna Beach, direct sand-level oceanfront residences represent a small fraction of the total housing stock. Most of Laguna’s inventory sits on the inland side of Coast Highway or on the hillsides above. Those properties may offer beautiful ocean views, but they require crossing PCH to reach the sand, and they do not deliver the experience of waking up to the sound of the surf or stepping directly onto the beach from your building.
1585 S. Coast Highway 47 sits inside Laguna Sands, a private, gated, 32-unit oceanfront community positioned directly on the beach, with the iconic Surf & Sand Resort immediately next door. The community recently completed a comprehensive multi-million-dollar renovation including a newly renovated oceanfront swimming pool, two updated community terrace decks with sweeping coastline views, refreshed common areas, subterranean garage parking with elevator access, and direct beach access for residents.
Unit 47 features direct access to one of the community’s updated terrace decks, complete with lounge furnishings, barbecues, and fire pits. The experience is closer to a resort residence than a traditional condominium.
The Interior
Fully Remodeled, Move-In Ready
The interior was thoughtfully renovated to deliver true turnkey condition. Floor-to-ceiling La Cantina sliders open to coastal breezes and the sound of the surf, dissolving the boundary between interior and ocean. Wood-look porcelain tile flooring runs throughout, paired with LED recessed lighting and ceiling fans for a bright, airy ambiance.
The gourmet kitchen features upgraded cabinetry, Italian porcelain countertops and backsplash, and a full suite of stainless steel appliances. The primary suite offers mirrored wardrobe doors with custom closet systems and a spa-inspired bathroom with a large walk-in shower and dual vanity sinks. The guest bathroom includes a tub and shower combination, dual sinks, and a stackable washer and dryer. A well-proportioned second bedroom serves as a guest retreat or flexible space.
One additional advantage often missed in the listing details: approved, permit-ready plans are available for the installation of air conditioning, giving the next owner the option to add it without the typical permitting timeline.
The Location
The Heart of Coastal Laguna Beach
Few addresses in coastal Orange County deliver this specific combination: direct oceanfront positioning paired with full walkable village access. Laguna Sands sits adjacent to the Surf & Sand Resort, with the Laguna Beach trolley stop directly outside the building. Residents are within walking distance of Laguna Beach’s renowned shops, art galleries, restaurants, and downtown village, with the trolley providing easy access to surrounding areas.
For buyers who travel, second-home owners, or anyone seeking a coastal residence that requires nothing on arrival, the combination of secure gated entry, turnkey interior, optional furnishings, and walkable village proximity is genuinely rare.
Why This Matters
What Comparable Sales Tell You
Within 1585 S. Coast Highway alone, recent transactions have ranged widely depending on unit size, level, and condition. Direct oceanfront units in this building, when fully remodeled, are not a category that trades frequently. When they do, they tend to sell to buyers who understand the difference between ocean view and sand-level oceanfront, and who have been waiting specifically for inventory of this type to surface.
At $3,495,000, 1585 S. Coast Highway 47 is one of the more accessible entry points currently available for sand-level oceanfront Laguna Beach residency. For buyers who have been comparing it to hillside or inland Laguna properties at similar price points, the comparison isn’t apples to apples. The two are different asset classes.
Frequently Asked
About 1585 S. Coast Highway 47
Is the property oceanfront or ocean view? Oceanfront. Laguna Sands sits directly on the sand with private, residents-only beach access. This is not an ocean-view property across PCH.
What is included in the HOA? HOA covers the gated entry, the recently renovated oceanfront swimming pool, both community terrace decks, common-area maintenance, and elevator access to the subterranean parking garage. Specific dues and inclusions are confirmed during the disclosure process.
Can air conditioning be added? Yes. Approved, permit-ready plans are available, allowing the next owner to move forward without restarting the permitting timeline.
Are furnishings included? Furnishings may be included, offering a fully turnkey, move-in-ready opportunity for buyers who want to skip the furniture process entirely.
How do I schedule a private showing? Contact The Aaronson Group at 949-388-5194 or info@previewochomes.com.
Full property details, photos, and virtual tour: View the 1585 S. Coast Highway 47 MLS Listing
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