An active, transferable nightly short term lodging permit and sweeping 180-degree ocean views set this beautifully renovated Laguna Beach residence apart. Located on the west side of Coast Highway, the home is just one block from renowned Woods Cove Beach. Spanning approximately 3,043 square feet across three levels on a 4,000-square-foot lot, the home offers four bedrooms, four bathrooms, and expansive living spaces oriented toward the Pacific. The property combines comfortable coastal living with an uncommon degree of flexibility. Sound-insulated walls help reduce road noise, while the private backyard with jacuzzi, owned solar, EV charging, one-car garage, additional driveway space, and six City of Laguna Beach street parking permits add to the home’s functionality. The ground level features a dedicated retail suite with a true storefront presence, creating an opportunity for professionals or creative businesses. The space is currently leased month to month, providing immediate income while preserving flexibility for future use. The short term lodging permit is part of Laguna Beach’s strictly capped inventory and runs with the land. Whether used for occasional rentals, to generate income while traveling, or more extensively in the future, the permit provides an additional income opportunity that is increasingly difficult to replicate. With panoramic ocean views, multiple levels of living space, an existing commercial component, and two distinct avenues for generating income, 1953 S Coast Hwy offers a rare combination of lifestyle and flexibility in Laguna Beach.
Property Details
Price:
$4,995,000
MLS #:
LG26217146
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
4
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Commercial/Residential
Subdivision:
Woods Cove WC
Neighborhood:
lvlagunavillage
Listed Date:
Oct 12, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
3,043
Lot Size:
4,000 sqft / 0.09 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1932
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Schools
School District:
Laguna Beach Unified
Interior
Appliances
DW, GR, _6BS
Bathrooms
4 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
CA
Flooring
TILE, WOOD
Interior Features
RECL, STNC, LRDA, BL, ILFP
Laundry Features
IN, STK
Levels
C
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Main Level Bedrooms
2
Exterior
Attached Garage YN
1
Common Walls
NCW
Community Features
URB
Exterior Features
LIT
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Spots
1
Parking Total
1
Patio And Porch Features
DK, PTO
Spa Features
AG
View
OC, PA, WA
Waterfront Features
OS
Financial
Map
Community
- Address1953 S Coast HY Laguna Beach CA
- SubdivisionWoods Cove (WC)
- CityLaguna Beach
- CountyOrange
- Zip Code92651
Subdivisions in Laguna Beach
- Alta Vista AV
- Arch Beach Heights ABH
- Blue Lagoon BL
- Canyon CYN
- Coast Royal CR
- Crown Point CP
- CUST
- Emerald Bay EB
- Irvine Cove IC
- Laguna Ocean Vista Condos LOV
- Laguna Royale LAR
- Laguna Terrace Mobile PkLT
- Lagunita LA
- Lower Bluebird LB
- Main Beach BCH
- Montage Beach Villas MNBV
- Mystic Hills MH
- North Laguna NL
- Ocean Vista Custom OV
- Portafina PF
- Rancho Laguna RL
- Smithcliffs SMC
- South Laguna Bluffs SLB
- South Laguna Village SLV
- Summit Ridge SR
- Temple Hills TH
- Terraces Laguna Beach TER
- The Village VIL
- Three Arch Bay TAB
- Top Of The World TOW
- Upper Diamond UD
- Upper Victoria Beach UVB
- Victoria Beach VB
- Woods Cove WC
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Laguna Beach as of Oct 15, 2026
528
Single Family Listed
138
Avg DOM
984
Avg $ / SqFt
$3,217,401
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Woods Cove (WC) subdivision, 1953 S Coast HY Laguna Beach CA is a Single Family for sale in Laguna Beach, CA, 92651. It is listed for $4,995,000 and features 4 beds, 4 baths, and has approximately 3,043 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1932. The current price per square foot is $1,641. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Laguna Beach is $984. The average listing price for Single Family in Laguna Beach is $3,217,401.
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