About 32181 Coast Highway
The true feeling and spirit of old Laguna lives on - in the Cypress Compound. Privacy, architectural excellence, and untouched natural splendor converge on maturely landscaped coastal acreage to create a legacy estate. Perched above Thousand Steps Beach, this singular oceanfront compound has been mindfully renovated, with all three structures retaining their original historic footprints. The irreplaceable Chris Abel-designed main residence, anchored by a Monterey Cypress, rests on a bluff 70 feet above the surf, offering seclusion and uninterrupted coastline vistas. This single bedroom architectural gem consists of a spacious living salon, a kitchen overlooking the sand, and a sizable deck for all-season enjoyment. Two fully-equipped bungalows serve as a well-appointed extension of the primary quarters. The upper features a one-bedroom apartment while the lower structure offers a two-bedroom flat on the top level and a one-bedroom accommodation with a large multipurpose living room below, all with individual kitchens. The pristine grounds have been consciously landscaped with native plants and mature trees, creating an unspoiled retreat. The estate's amenities are truly remarkable. An exclusive double-gated staircase with an observation deck leads to a roped-off, 15 ft deep priva
Features of 32181 Coast Highway
| MLS® # | CRLG25231857 |
|---|---|
| Price | $50,000,000 |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Bathrooms | 9.00 |
| Full Baths | 8 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 5,815 |
| Acres | 1.03 |
| Year Built | 1953 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 32181 Coast Highway |
|---|---|
| City | Laguna Beach |
| County | Orange |
| State | CA |
| Zip Code | 92651 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Natural Gas Connected |
|---|---|
| Parking Spaces | 10 |
| Parking | Attached, Other |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| View | Panoramic, Water, Other, Ocean |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Waterfront | Beach Front, Waterfront |
| Has Pool | Yes |
| Pool | In Ground |
Interior
| Interior Features | Den, Family Room, In-Law Floorplan, Office, Storage, Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Pantry, Updated Kitchen |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator |
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Fireplace | No |
| Fireplaces | Gas, Living Room, Other |
| # of Stories | 2 |
| Stories | Two Story |
Exterior
| Lot Description | Sloped Down, Other, Street Light(s) |
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School Information
| District | Laguna Beach Unified |
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Additional Information
| Date Listed | October 4th, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Agent | John Stanaland |
|---|---|
| Office | DOUGLAS ELLIMAN OF CALIFORNIA, INC. |