129 Dolphin Ave, Seal Beach, CA 90740
SOLD
JUL 1, 2026
Listed by Pamela Etem, The OC Real Estate, (714) 406-3838 . Bought with The OC Real Estate

129 Dolphin Ave
Seal Beach, CA 90740

  • 4 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 2,450 sqft

$2,475,000

Last Sold: Jul 1, 2026
3% below list $2.55M
$1,010/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $14,685/mo*
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$2,475,000

Last Sold: Jul 1, 2026
3% below list $2.55M
$1,010/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $14,685/mo*
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4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,450 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

HUGE $100K REDUCTION!!!! Smell the salt air, hear the breaking waves, feel the sand beneath your toes and realize.....you are not on vacation, this could actually be your forever home. Spectacular and contemporary 129 Dolphin is a newer, model perfect home with amazing style tucked into quaint and charming Old Town Seal Beach. With open concept living, dining, kitchen, a half bath, direct access garage and an exterior conversation area you can ENTERTAIN everyone. However, upstairs you'll enjoy 4 large bedrooms; 2 primary ensuites at opposite ends of the home and two additional ancillary bedrooms linked by a Jack and Jill bath, you can also ACCOMODATE everyone. Front primary suite has access to a HUGE rooftop deck with views, views, views! Crisp, clean lines soothing, sea glass colored accents and all furnishings are also available for purchase. The beach, the pier, the park, shopping, restaurants, personal services are all at your fingertips by walking just a few blocks in any direction. Whether a second home or a primary residence 129 Dolphin will make you feel like you are on vacation every day.
129 Dolphin Ave, Seal Beach, CA 90740 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,450 sqft single-family home built in 2015. It last sold for $2,475,000 on Jul 1, 2026 (3% below the $2,549,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $2,475,000, with a rent estimate of $7,826/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$1,010/sqft
Listed
73 days ago

Home Details for 129 Dolphin Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Bathroom, Center Hall, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Other, Pantry
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2450 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water ConnectedAppliances: 6 Burner Stove, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator, Water HeaterDisposalLaundry: Washer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,Laundry Closet,Upper LevelMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Fireplace(s),Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Gas Starter, Living RoomSpa: NoneHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Standard
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Pane Windows, Screens, ShuttersDoor: Sliding DoorsFlooring: Carpet, TileCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Number of Stories: 2Levels: TwoEntry Location: 1Floors: Carpet, Tile
View
Has a ViewView: Coastline, Park/Greenbelt, Neighborhood, Ocean
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Flat Rolled Hot MopPatio / Porch: Concrete, Deck, Patio, RooftopFencing: Block, VinylExterior: LightingFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Concrete,Direct Access,Driveway Level,Door-Single,Driveway,Garage,Garage Faces Rear
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Waterfront: Beach Access, Ocean Access, Ocean Side Of Freeway, Ocean Side Of HighwayRoad Frontage: City StreetRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Tap Paid
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 62

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2015
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Contemporary,Modern
Building
Construction Materials: Drywall, Glass, Concrete, Stucco, Copper PlumbingNot a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Condition: TurnkeyNot Included in Sale: Most furnishings are available for purchase separate from the saleIncluded in Sale: Refrigerator, Washer and DryerParcel Number: 19908242

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $2,549,900Price Per Sqft: $1,010/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Jul 01 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Seal BeachCommunity: Old Town (Oldt)
School Information
Elementary School: McGaughHigh School: Los AlamitosHigh School District: Los Alamitos Unified

Community

Community Features: Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, ParkNot Senior CommunityUnits in Building: 1

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2500 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Trust

Offer

Contingencies: NoneListing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan, Conventional, 1031 Exchange, FHA, Submit, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: OC26084734Living Area Range Units: Square FeetWater ViewWater View: Coastline, OceanAttribution Contact: 714-717-6408Activation Date: Wed Apr 22 2026Common Interest: NoneStart Showing Date: Wed Apr 22 2026Universal Property Id: US-06059-N-19908242-R-N

Additional Information

Storm Drain(s)Street LightsSuburbanSidewalksParkSource Internet Entire Listing Display
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Pamela Etem DRE #01383837, (714) 717-6408
The OC Real Estate
Nigel Etem DRE #02013861
The OC Real Estate
Bought with: Pamela Etem DRE #01383837, The OC Real Estate
Co-Buyer's Agent: Nigel Etem DRE #01383837, The OC Real Estate
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Source: CRMLS, MLS#OC26084734

Price History for 129 Dolphin Ave

DatePriceEventSource
07/01/2026$2,475,000Sold
CRMLS #OC26084734
06/27/2026$2,549,900ContingentCRMLS #OC26084734
06/21/2026$2,549,900PriceChange
CRMLS #OC26084734
04/23/2026$2,649,999Listed For SaleCRMLS #OC26084734
06/16/2016$1,415,000Sold
N/A
09/23/2014$1,525,000Sold
N/A
08/27/2010$845,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Seal Beach

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$424K
$7KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.6%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$444
$3MoM
Available listings
138
1MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$18,792
Assessment$1,642,227
Home facts updated by county records

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What Locals Say about Seal Beach

At least 129 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 96 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 84 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 83 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 78 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 78 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 76 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 69 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 67 % Say kids play outside

  • 61 % Say car is needed

  • 61 % Say it's quiet

  • 61 % Say parking is easy

  • 60 % Say there's wildlife

  • 59 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 52 % Say there are community events

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    "Some community events that make Seal Beach really special are the concerts in the park every Wednesday and the various beach clean ups."
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