$ 12,900,000
451 Hawthorne Laguna Beach, CA 92651
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451 Hawthorne, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
451 Hawthorne, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
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451 Hawthorne Laguna Beach, CA 92651

5 Beds

5 Baths

3,869 SqFt


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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 3,869 sqft

Price per Sqft $3,334

Subdivision North Laguna (Nl)

MLS Listing ID LG26236350

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 4

Half Baths 1

Construction Status Updated/Remodeled

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1919

Lot Size 0.408 Acres

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

Some properties are defined by their architecture. Others by their setting. Very few bring together a century of Laguna Beach history and nearly half an acre of private grounds.

Set within the coveted Tree Streets of North Laguna Beach, 451 Hawthorne is a rare expression of Laguna's architectural heritage, thoughtfully restored and set upon an extraordinary triple lot. Originally built in 1919, this Mills Act designated historic residence occupies approximately 17,762 square feet of land, offering a remarkable sense of space, privacy, and connection to its surroundings rarely found in this coastal setting.

Recently and comprehensively restored, the home honors its original character while offering the comfort and refinement of modern living. Its historic significance is recognized through its listing on the National Register of Historic Places, with Mills Act designation providing a meaningful opportunity to preserve an important piece of Laguna Beach history.

The grounds are equally distinctive. A generous expanse of lawn, mature landscaping, garden pavilion, and oversized swimming pool create an estate-like setting with room to gather, entertain, or simply enjoy the quiet of the surrounding gardens. Beyond the grounds, ocean views extend across the Pacific toward Catalina Island, bringing the coastal setting into everyday life.

Inside, the residence offers five bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms, with inviting living spaces, open-beamed ceilings, fireplaces, and a natural connection between the interior and surrounding gardens. Multiple outdoor spaces provide an exceptional backdrop for relaxed coastal living, while the property's substantial scale and configuration offer flexibility for both everyday living and hosting.

A property of this character, history, and scale is an increasingly rare offering in Laguna Beach. With its historic designation, Mills Act benefits, expansive triple lot setting, swimming pool, generous lawn, and ocean and Catalina views, 451 Hawthorne represents a distinctive opportunity to own an important piece of Laguna Beach's architectural legacy in one of its most established neighborhoods.

Location

State CA

County Orange

Area Nl - North Laguna

Rooms

Basement Utility

Main Level Bedrooms 3

Interior

Interior Features Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Brick Walls, Balcony, Crown Molding, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Tandem, Bar, Wood Product Walls, Dressing Area, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)

Heating Central

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Wood

Fireplaces Type Family Room, Primary Bedroom

Fireplace Yes

Appliance 6 Burner Stove, Built-In Range, Convection Oven, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, VentedExhaust Fan

Laundry Laundry Room

Exterior

Parking Features Driveway Level, Garage, Garage Faces Rear

Garage Spaces 3.0

Garage Description 3.0

Pool Private

Community Features Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Fishing, Hiking, Suburban

View Y/N Yes

View Catalina, City Lights, Ocean

Accessibility See Remarks

Porch Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Lanai, Patio, Porch, Wrap Around

Total Parking Spaces 3

Private Pool Yes

Building

Lot Description Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinkler System, Street Level, Yard

Dwelling Type House

Story 2

Entry Level Two

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Craftsman

Level or Stories Two

New Construction No

Construction Status Updated/Remodeled

Schools

School District Laguna Beach Unified

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 49615205

Security Features Security Lights

Acceptable Financing Cash, Cash to New Loan

Listing Terms Cash, Cash to New Loan

Special Listing Condition Standard

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