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499 Legion Overview
- Time on Site:
- 24 days
- Visits:
- 3
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.
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499 Legion Facts & Features
- Type Single Family
- Sq. ft. 2,335
- Price/Sq.ft. $1,820
- Lot 0.23 Acres
Details
General
Association/HOA
- Association: No
- Common Interest: None
School Information
- School District: Laguna Beach Unified
- Elementary School: Top Of The World
- Middle Or Junior School: Thurston
- High School: Laguna Beach
Building Information
- New Construction: No
- Year Built: 1947
Location/Region
- Country: US
- County Or Parish: Orange
- MLS Area Major: LV - Laguna Village
- Postal City: LAGUNA BEACH
- Subdivision Name: The Village (VIL)
Community/Development
- Community Features: Curbs,Sidewalks,Park
Rent/Lease Information
- Land Lease: No
- Lease Considered: No
General Information
- Listing Terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,Submit
- Parcel Number: 64404413
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Type: Residential
- Senior Community: No
- Special Listing Conditions: Standard
Interior
Parking Information
- Garage Spaces: 2.0
- Garage: Yes
Beds/Baths
- Bathrooms Full: 1
- Bathrooms Three Quarter: 2
- Bathrooms Total: 3
- Bedrooms Total: 4
General Information
- Appliances: Double Oven,Gas Cooktop,Refrigerator,Trash Compactor
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Entry Level: 1
- Entry Location: 1
- Fireplace Features: Guest Accommodations,Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Flooring: Carpet,Wood
- Foundation Details: Raised
- Interior Features: Separate/Formal Dining Room,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Bedroom on Main Level,Main Level Primary
- Laundry Features: Inside
- Levels: One
- Living Area: 2335.0
- Living Area Source: Appraiser
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Main Level Bathrooms: 3
- Main Level Bedrooms: 4
- Spa Features: None
- Spa: No
- Stories: 1
- Stories Total: 1
Exterior
Parking Information
- Open Parking Spaces: 5.0
- Parking Features: Concrete,Driveway Down Slope From Street,Door-Single,Driveway,Garage
- Parking Total: 7.0
Lot Information
- Additional Parcels: No
- Lot Features: Front Yard,Garden,Lawn,Landscaped,Level,Near Park,Walkstreet
- Lot Size Acres: 0.23
- Lot Size Area: 10019.0
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Square Feet: 10019.0
- Lot Size Units: Square Feet
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Elevation Units: Feet
- Water Source: Public,Private
Waterfront/View
Building Exterior/Construction
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Attached Garage: No
- Construction Materials: Stucco,Wood Siding
- Patio And Porch Features: Covered,Enclosed
- Property Attached: No
- Roof: Composition,Spanish Tile
- Structure Type: House
General Information
- Exterior Features: Lighting
- Number Of Units Total: 1
- Other Structures: Guest House Detached,Guest House
- Pool Features: None
- Pool Private: No
- Road Frontage Type: City Street
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities: Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Sewer Connected,Water Connected
499 Legion Neighborhood
Community
92651 (Laguna Beach) Demographics
52
Median Age
1,067
Population Density (per sq. mile)
75%
College Educated
$129,164
Estimated Median Income
6,736
Estimated Total Home Owners
3,719
Estimated Total Renters
64% / 36%
Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
2
Estimated Average Household Size
Schools
School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.499 Legion Monthly Cost
499 Legion Market Data
Based on the last 30 days in this zip code
$6,781,121
Average List Price
$2,400
Average Price per Square Foot
25
Properties Sold
116
Average Days on Market
413
Properties for Sale
499 Legion History
| Date | Value | Agent |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2026Source: CRMLS | June 05, 2026 |
Listing provided courtesy of CompassMarcus Skenderian- MLS# LG26123190
Contact Information: [email protected] - 949-438-4340
Contact Information: [email protected] - 949-438-4340