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48 N Vista De Catalina, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

$10.5M4bd · 4ba · 4,000 sqft
Lot 13,211 sqft•HOA $3025/mo•Single Family Residence•
Active
•23d on market•MLS# LG-26206357

Property Description

First time on market in Three Arch Bay, 48 N Vista De Catalina is a beautifully reimagined coastal residence showcasing sweeping ocean, Catalina Island, whitewater, North Coastline and Palos Verdes views from an exceptional end-of-cul-de-sac setting. Offering approximately 4,000 square feet with four bedrooms and four baths on an expansive 13,211 square foot lot, the three level home was taken down to the studs and extensively rebuilt beginning in 2003, with architecture by David Fink, construction by Vern Buwalda. Thoughtful craftsmanship and custom finishes are found throughout, including Brazilian rosewood cabinetry, Fleetwood windows and doors, and distinctive copper detailing. A dramatic great room with soaring beamed ceilings open to the remarkable coastal panorama, while four major decks create multiple spaces to enjoy the ocean views and Southern California indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Ocean views continue throughout the residence, including from the lower-level bedroom, and each of the four bedrooms features an en-suite bath. The home has been thoughtfully maintained and updated with newer multi-zone air conditioning, hot water recirculation, water softening and filtration systems, electric-operated feature, and integrated security and fire alarm systems. An attached two-car garage provides additional convenience. Set on one of Three Arch Bay's larger parcels, the property also offers potential for an ADU, creating an intriguing opportunity to further enhance an already special coastal residence. A rare combination of privacy, scale, craftsmanship and extraordinary views in one of Laguna Beach's most coveted guard-gated communities, Three Arch Bay.

Features & Amenities

FeeBuilt 2003

Property Details

Land Type
Fee
Year Built
2003
Property Type
Residential
Property Subtype
Single Family Residence
Parking Spaces
2
Garage Spaces
2
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
View
Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Ocean, Panoramic, Rocks, Water, White Water
City
Laguna Beach
Zip Code
92651
County
Orange
Listed byBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Shauna Covington

Mortgage Calculator

Current Rates

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Monthly Payment
$53,093.71
Principal & Interest
Loan Amount
$8,400,000
Total Interest
$10,713,737
Total Payment Over 30 Years
$19,113,737
This calculator provides estimates only. Actual mortgage payments may include taxes, insurance, HOA fees, and PMI. Contact a lender for accurate quotes.

Comparative Market Analysis

Luxury Tier · 5 active · 5 closed

48 N Vista De Catalina, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Laguna Beach · Single Family Residence

$10.5M
Luxury Tier
Beds
4
Baths
4
Sqft
4,000
Lot
13,211 sqft
Year
2003
$/Sqft
$2625
Pool: No✓
Spa: No✓
View: city✓
Garage: 2-car✓

Listed 75.1% above the median closed sale of $5,995,000. Price per sqft ($2,625) is a 75% premium to closed comps ($1,496). Luxury tier — fewer comparable sales widen the confidence range.

Price Position

Positioned above the market — commands a premium.

Premium
Subject listed at $10.50M· $2,625/sqft
Total list price
Closed comps
vs closed median $6.00M
+$4.50M (+75.1%)
Active comps
vs active median $17.50M
−$7.00M (−40.0%)
Price per sqft
Closed compsinsufficient comp data
Active comps
vs active avg $/sqft $4,541
−$2K (−42.2%)

Active Properties (5)

Active Comparables

AddressCityYearBDBTHSqFtLotSzLP/SqFtLPDIMScore
26 La Senda DriveLaguna Beach1955464,00012,750$4,749$19.00M5282
1901 Ocean WayLaguna Beach1990353,82912,043$8,356$32.00M16082
594 Cliff DriveLaguna Beach1993443,8167,380$3,014$11.50M7678
2315 HillviewLaguna Beach1979443,6828,000$1,765$6.50M5578
1907 Ocean WayLaguna Beach2000443,6287,290$4,822$17.50M31077
Total: 5 · Average3.84.63,7919,492.6$4,541.2$17.30M130.6
Median3,816$17.50M

Closed Properties (5)

Closed Comparables

AddressCityYearDateBDBTHSqFtLotSzLPSPSP/SqFtSP/LPDIMScore
1598 Skyline DriveLaguna Beach199705/21/2026343,5437,200$4.50M$4.22M$1,1920.9412583
766 PelicanLaguna Beach198806/04/2026443,86917,424$4.50M$4.20M$1,0860.939781
900 Gainsborough DriveLaguna Beach198105/22/2026454,06917,097$8.30M$7.90M$1,9420.958578
840 GainsboroughLaguna Beach202508/13/2026453,5739,578$6.00M$6.00M$1,6781.009378
740 BolsanaLaguna Beach200508/24/2026454,4008,110$6.95M$6.95M$1,5801.002377
Total: 5 · Average3.84.63,890.811,881.8$5.85M$5.85M$1,495.6—84.6
Median3,869$6.00M$6.00M

Market Analysis

List vs Sale $/SqFt

Sale Price Trend

Days on Market

Sale vs List Price

AI-generated CMA

This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.