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$2,150,000
New Listing

1553 Arroyo Drive
Laguna Beach, CA 92651

For Sale|Duplex|Active
0
Beds
0
Total Baths
1,488
SqFt
$1,445
/SqFt
1929
Built
Subdivision:
Canyon (CYN)
County:
Orange
Listed by Derek LeBon of Bon Life Real Estate Corporation Derek@BonLifeRE.com
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Investment Opportunity: Income-Producing Duplex in Coveted Laguna Canyon A rare chance to acquire a turnkey, income-producing duplex on an oversized lot in one of Coastal Orange County's most supply-constrained submarkets. Tucked into Laguna Canyon — a neighborhood defined by scarcity, character, and consistent rental demand — this property offers dual income streams, strong tenant appeal, and long-term appreciation upside in a market where new inventory is virtually nonexistent. Unit A — Upper | 3 Bed | 2 Bath The primary income driver. Spacious living room, full kitchen, dedicated office, inside laundry, and central A/C — features that command premium rents in Laguna's tight rental pool. Mature landscaping and canyon setting deliver the lifestyle factor today's renters pay up for. Unit B — Lower | 1 Bed | 1 Bath + Office A flexible, light-filled unit ideal for long-term tenancy, executive rental, or owner occupancy under a house-hack strategy. The added office space broadens the renter profile to include remote professionals — a growing demand segment in coastal OC. The Land Generous lot with lush, tropical landscaping, a natural dry riverbed, and mature, high-yielding avocado trees — adding both curb appeal and tangible long-term value. Privacy, mature foliage, and canyon character are difficult to replicate and consistently support above-market rents. Location Fundamentals Walking distance to downtown Laguna Beach, the Sawdust Festival grounds, and the Pageant of the Masters Minutes to world-class beaches and the Pacific Coast Highway corridor Located in a guarded, low-inventory market with strong historical appreciation Year-round rental demand driven by tourism, arts community, and remote-work professionals The Investment Case Dual-income duplex with immediate cash flow House-hack opportunity: live in one unit, offset ownership costs with the other Multigenerational compound potential Long-term hold play in a supply-constrained, brand-name coastal market Value-add potential through rent optimization, short-term/mid-term rental strategy (subject to local regulations), or future redevelopment of the lot Properties like this — true duplexes on large lots in Laguna Canyon — rarely come to market. A grounded opportunity for the investor who values scarcity, location, and durable demand.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$2,150,000
Days On Site 
0 Days
Bedrooms 
N/A
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,488 sqft
Total Baths 
N/A
Full Baths 
N/A
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.17 Acres
Year Built 
1929
MLS® Number 
LG26102380
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
14 hours agoListing first seen on site
21 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Acres 
0.17
Land Lease 
No
Levels 
Two
Number Of Stories 
2
Parking 
Driveway
Property Sub Type 
Duplex
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
SqFt Total 
1488
Utilities 
Cable ConnectedElectricity ConnectedNatural Gas ConnectedPhone ConnectedSewer ConnectedWater Connected
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Cooling 
Central Air
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Living Room
Flooring 
VinylWood
Interior 
Master Downstairs
Laundry Features 
Laundry RoomUpper Level
Bedroom 
Laundry 
Master Bathroom 
Master Bedroom 
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Exterior Features
Exterior 
Garden
Lot Features 
Back YardGardenLandscaped
Pool Features 
None
Roof 
Composition
View 
Canyon
Waterview 
Canyon
Community Features
Association Amenities 
Dog Park
Building Access 
1, 2
Community Features 
Sidewalks
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventionalSubmit
MLS Area 
LC - Laguna Canyon


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