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Shawn Bengtson

Office Broker - DRE 01236964

  • Office 760-805-7199
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848 Hillcrest Drive, Laguna Beach – $7,998,000

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,312 Sqft
  • .15 Acres
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,312 Sqft
  • .15 Acres

848 Hillcrest Drive

STUNNING 180-DEGREE OCEAN VIEWS, PRIME LOCATION, PRISTINE CONDITION & MORE! Meticulously designed with exceptional attention to detail, this remarkable North Laguna residence was completely rebuilt and reimagined in 2021. The home offers 4 bedrooms, a dedicated office, 3.5 bathrooms, a 2-car garage, and an expansive 5-car driveway. Upon entry, abundant natural light, elegant, honed limestone flooring, and breathtaking ocean vistas set the tone. The chef’s kitchen features premium Wolf appliances, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, sunken 5-burner range, warming oven, wine refrigerator, honed marble countertops, quartz backsplash, custom cabinetry, and a walk-in pantry. The kitchen opens to a stunning great room with soaring ceilings, expansive coastline and Catalina views, a dramatic slab basalt fireplace, and automatic shades. Designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living, the home includes over 1,000 sq ft of outdoor entertainment space. Expansive La Cantina doors frame the Pacific Ocean, while the adjacent 388 sq ft covered outdoor pavilion creates a natural extension of the home, complete with a fireplace, recessed TV, dining area, BBQ, and hot tub flowing directly to the backyard lawn. The primary suite offers dedicated climate control, a walk-in closet, and a spa-inspired bath with heated floors, a soaking tub and oversized walk-in shower. The lower level includes three additional bedrooms and two bathrooms, including a private ocean-view suite with its own en-suite bath. Two secondary bedrooms enjoy ocean views, while the hall bath showcases beautiful travertine slab finishes. Rich Australian eucalyptus flooring and a separate laundry room with sink complete the lower level. A rare coastal luxury, the property also includes approximately 490 sq ft of dedicated storage for recreational gear and seasonal items. Offering extraordinary privacy and craftsmanship, this exceptional residence captures panoramic ocean, coastline, Catalina, and sunset views from nearly every vantage point. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Perched above the coastline and only one block from iconic beaches including Crescent Bay and Shaw’s Cove, this home delivers an unparalleled lifestyle with walkable access to renowned restaurants, boutiques, galleries, and convenient proximity to Laguna Beach’s premier hiking and mountain biking trails. Welcome Home!

Essential Information

  • MLS® #OC26129637
  • Price$7,998,000
  • Bedrooms4
  • Bathrooms4.00
  • Full Baths3
  • Half Baths1
  • Square Footage3,312
  • Acres0.15
  • Year Built1988
  • TypeResidential
  • Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence
  • StyleModern
  • StatusActive

Community Information

  • Address848 Hillcrest Drive
  • AreaNL - North Laguna
  • SubdivisionNorth Laguna (NL)
  • CityLaguna Beach
  • CountyOrange
  • Zip Code92651

Amenities

  • Parking Spaces7
  • # of Garages2
  • PoolNone

Utilities

Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Parking

Direct Access, Driveway Level, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side

Garages

Direct Access, Driveway Level, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side

View

Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Neighborhood, Ocean, Panoramic, Water

Waterfront

Across the Road from Lake/Ocean, Beach Access, Ocean Side Of Freeway

Interior

  • InteriorTile, Wood, Stone
  • HeatingCentral
  • CoolingCentral Air
  • FireplaceYes
  • # of Stories3
  • StoriesThree Or More

Interior Features

Breakfast Bar, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Wired for Sound, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Living Room Deck Attached

Appliances

Built-In Range, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater

Fireplaces

Family Room, Outside, Great Room

Exterior

  • ExteriorStucco
  • Exterior FeaturesRain Gutters
  • WindowsBlinds, Double Pane Windows
  • RoofTile
  • ConstructionStucco
  • FoundationSlab

Lot Description

Back Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Landscaped, Rectangular Lot, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System, Yard

School Information

  • DistrictLaguna Beach Unified
  • ElementaryEl Morro
  • MiddleThurston
  • HighLaguna Beach

Additional Information

  • Date ListedJune 12th, 2026
  • Days on Market60

Listing Details

  • AgentAmy Balsz
  • OfficeFirst Team Real Estate
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Price Change History for 848 Hillcrest Drive, Laguna Beach, (MLS® #OC26129637)

Date Details Change
Price Reduced from $8,250,000 to $7,998,000 $252,000 (3.05%)

Amy Balsz, First Team Real Estate.

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