Lisa Candiotta

499 Legion

Laguna Beach, CA
$ 3,999,000 Beds 4 Baths 3 Sq 2,335 Virtual Tour
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A rare and irreplaceable offering in the heart of Laguna Beach — 499 Legion Street presents a lovingly preserved original cottage compound on an exceptional 10,019-square-foot flat lot, cared for by the same family since the early 1960s. Properties of this character, scale, and location simply do not come to market often. The 1,642-square-foot main residence is a classic Laguna cottage with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, solid bones, and consistent upkeep throughout its decades under single-family ownership. The thoughtfully maintained layout retains its original charm while offering an ideal canvas for a buyer's personal vision. A separate, detached 693-square-foot guest cottage with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom sits on the same parcel — immediately ready for multigenerational living, out of town guests, or use as a private creative studio or home office. The outdoor spaces are among the property's most compelling features. A lush front lawn welcomes you from the street, while the stunning central courtyard — shaded by the sweeping canopy of a majestic Magnolia tree — connects the main house to the guest cottage via a covered ranch-style breezeway. A gated, privately enclosed garden area at the rear of the property provides a hidden retreat unlike anything else in the neighborhood. The lot itself is the defining asset. Flat, fully usable parcels of this size in central Laguna Beach are increasingly uncommon, and this one carries long-term value well beyond the current structures. Whether your vision is to restore, remodel, or reimagine the compound entirely, the land provides a foundation that few properties in this market can match. Located minutes from Main Beach, the Laguna Beach Art Walk, PCH dining, and the village's beloved shops and galleries, this property places the Laguna Beach lifestyle at your doorstep —ideal central location with easy access to everything Laguna, and connected to the energy that makes this community one of Southern California's most sought-after addresses. 499 Legion Street is not just a home — it's an opportunity.

Active Under Contract

  • Price
  • $ 3,999,000
  • City
  • Laguna Beach
  • Bedrooms
  • 4
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 3
  • County
  • Orange
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Laguna Village
  • Lot Size
  • 0.23 Acres
  • Zip
  • 92651
  • Sqr Footage
  • 2,335
  • Year Built
  • 1947
  • Style
  • MLS#
  • LG26123190
Listed By: Marcus Skenderian with Compass; 949-295-5758
Data Source: California Regional MLS (CRMLS)

Features

General

Living Area 2335
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Central,Heat Pump
Cooling None
Utilities Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Sewer Connected,Water Connected
Roof Composition,Spanish Tile
Appliances Double Oven,Gas Cooktop,Refrigerator,Trash Compactor
Garage Spaces 2
Patio/Porch Features Covered,Enclosed
Architectural Style Traditional
Pool Features None
Construction Materials Stucco,Wood Siding
Year Built 1947
View Neighborhood,Ocean
Stories Count 1
Levels One
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Community Features Curbs,Sidewalks,Park
County Orange
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
HOA false
Attached Garage false
Subdivision Name The Village (VIL)
Garage Y/N true
Other Structures Guest House Detached,Guest House
Full Baths 1
Special Listing Conditions Standard
Status Active Under Contract
Directions PCH to Legion, go East to property.
High School Laguna Beach
City Laguna Beach
Entry Location 1
Senior Community Y/N false
High School District Laguna Beach Unified
Open Parking Spaces 5
Number Of Units Total 1
MLS Area LV - Laguna Village
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 10019
Listing Terms Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,Submit
Spa Features None
Elementary School Top Of The World
Property Attached Y/N false
Land Lease Y/N false
Middle/Junior High School Thurston
Additional Parcels Y/N false
Lease Considered Y/N false
Virtual Tour https://vimeo.com/1215604627?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
Structure Type House
Living Area Units Square Feet
Standard Status Active Under Contract
Occupancy Type Owner
Year Built Source Assessor
Tax Lot 33
Virtual Tour https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/1213968151
Property Sub Type Additional Single Family Residence
PostalCity LAGUNA BEACH

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Separate/Formal Dining Room,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Bedroom on Main Level,Main Level Primary
Flooring Carpet,Wood
Fireplace Features Guest Accommodations,Living Room
Total Stories 1
Common Walls No Common Walls
Air Conditioning Y/N false
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N true
3/4 Baths 2
Laundry Features Inside
Total Bedrooms 4
Entry Level 1
Main Level Bedrooms 4
Main Level Bathrooms 3
LivingAreaSource Appraiser
Total Baths 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Lighting
Parking Features Concrete,Driveway Down Slope From Street,Door-Single,Driveway,Garage
Lot Features Front Yard,Garden,Lawn,Landscaped,Level,Near Park,Walkstreet
Water Source Public,Private
Total Parking 7
Lot Size Area 10019
Foundation Details Raised
Spa false
Lot Size Acres 0.23
Road Surface Type Paved
Private Pool false
Lot Size Source Assessor
Road Frontage Type City Street

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Temecula, CA office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Top Of The World Elementary School
Middle School Thurston Middle School
High School Laguna Beach High School

Price History

6/5/2026 Listed $2,249,000
6/5/2026 89% - $4,249,000
7/29/2026 6% - $3,999,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 92651

Price
AVG $8.85M
$4M
Year Built
AVG 1976
1947

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499 Legion Laguna Beach, CA is a Single Family Home for sale at $3999000 with 2335 sqft and a lot size of 0.23 Acres Acre(s). 499 Legion Laguna Beach has 4 bedrooms, 3 baths and was built in 1947. The property's zip code is 92651 which is in Laguna Beach, CA

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