438 3rd St, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
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OFF MARKET

$3,436,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 1, 2026
  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,650 sqft
  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,650 sqft

438 3rd St, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1980
Living Area
2,650 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,297

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 438 3rd St.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

This home is currently available for the months of May, June and August.

Relax in paradise living in this beautiful, updated, two-story home with ocean and canyon views from every room. Enjoy the fresh sea breeze and ever-changing sunsets from your 3 balconies. Spacious Master bedroom suite with fireplace and sitting area, walk-in closet, large jacuzzi bathtub and double shower with views. An additional three guest rooms are located on the second floor, offering tranquility and privacy away from the first floor living space.

The kitchen allows plenty of work space with easy access to pantry and appliances. It's the best for socializing with family and friends as the 9 ft bar and stools create community with the chef while keeping space clear for prepping. The open plan and intentional layout of this home allows people to be together in comfort and still have plenty of space to escape and have peaceful alone time.

Spacious living room leading to deck with ocean breezes and views. Laguna village living means no cars needed to visit Main Beach, restaurants and cafes, art galleries, summer art festivals, and grocery shopping at Whole Foods, the local farmer's market.

5 minute walk to Main Beach since you are in Laguna Village only a few blocks to the library (with ocean views), tennis courts and swimming pool. Three Art festivals and Pageant of the Masters. Mountain biking and hiking is up Park Street at Top of the World. Something for everyone is walking distance away.

Vacation living in Laguna is all about being able to walk easily through the charming town with a cup of coffee or tea to the beautiful Main Beach boardwalk, tide pools and cliffs of Heisler Park. Enjoy being in a quaint artist community where the famous Pageant of the Masters, Sawdust Festival, Festival of the Arts, Laguna Museum, and independent art galleries are easy walks from home.

Laguna village living means no cars needed for accessing dozens of fine dining establishments, sidewalk cafes, boutiques. Even grocery shopping at Whole Foods and the local farmer's market is a few blocks from your contemporary beach cottage. Laguna is one of the very best places in the world - I've checked out a lot of it. It's worth coming here even if you can't be in this great easy access location - but being walking distance to everything makes a huge difference in your vacation-living experience. There's really nothing like it.

Other things to note, there is no garage on the property. The entire driveway is reserved for the exclusive use of the private two-story four bedroom 2 1/2 bath home. The garage and garden apartments are separate units with separate entrances on separate sides of the property, there are no shared amenities or spaces.

Call/text me, Dale, for details on renting and on the town in general. We raised our wonderful daughters here and it is a great place to bond if bringing family or friends, and also have some time to explore the beauty on your own. We hope you have a wonderful time in Laguna wherever you choose to stay.

Monthly rate includes gas, electric, water, trash, Wi-Fi, high speed internet.

Other things to note, there is no garage on the property. The entire driveway is reserved for the exclusive use of the private two-story four bedroom 2 1/2 bath home. The garage and garden apartments are separate units with separate entrances on separate sides of the property, there are no shared amenities or spaces.

No smoking on or near the property.
Additional free parking available on Park St.
438 3rd St, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,650 sqft single-family home built in 1980. More recently, it was listed as a rental in February 2026 with an asking price of $8,995 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 3, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $3,436,800, with a rent estimate of $16,912/month.

Home Details for 438 3rd St

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1980
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 MonthAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Comparable Sales for 438 3rd St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
455 Legion St, Laguna Beach, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$3,770,000
07/17/26
4
3
2,102 sqft
421 Loma Ter, Laguna Beach, CA
0.01
Single-Family Home
$2,200,000
02/27/26
3
2.5
1,670 sqft
535 Mystic Way, Laguna Beach, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$2,300,000
06/29/26
4
3
2,144 sqft
604 Catalina, Laguna Beach, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$3,975,000
05/28/26
3
2
2,516 sqft
556 Through St, Laguna Beach, CA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$3,650,000
09/24/25
4
3
1,411 sqft
461 Park Ave, Laguna Beach, CA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$2,075,000
12/17/25
3
2
1,450 sqft
1214 Anacapa Way, Laguna Beach, CA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$4,175,000
12/29/25
4
3
2,594 sqft
135 High Dr, Laguna Beach, CA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$2,920,000
11/19/25
5
3
2,449 sqft
1099 Skyline Dr, Laguna Beach, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$3,625,000
06/22/26
4
4
2,006 sqft
483 Linden St, Laguna Beach, CA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$8,200,000
07/06/26
4
3.5
2,502 sqft

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What Locals Say about Laguna Beach

At least 186 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 77 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 77 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 76 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 72 % Say car is needed

  • 68 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 59 % Say there's wildlife

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

  • 52 % Say there are community events

  • 50 % Say kids play outside

  • 47 % Say parking is easy

  • 40 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 38 % Say there are sidewalks

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Kimi
    "Overly crowded with tourists but beautiful beach town. Different types of beaches and scenic spots for walking and always feels safe "
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  • Daniellekgerbino
    "The area is great. Schools are top notch & people are very kind. The roads are tore up & lots of vacant buildings. It’s sad "
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  • Mica Hoffman
    "Free trolley and local vehicle transport is free for locals and visitors and makes transportation easy throughout the city, but influx of visitors in warmer months heavily impacts traffic. As a local, riding a bike is easier to get around in than a vehicle when it’s 68° or above."
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  • Sabrina Skelly
    "Laguna has a lot of charm, good food and shopping, a variety of coffee shops/cafes, and mostly friendly people. Overall dog friendly but public spaces like side walks, grassy areas, and roads could be better (and the city is slowly but surely updating). "
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  • Sabrina Skelly
    "Many families in the area, good schools. Community is rather safe for kids. But mainly the streets aren’t always safe as there are many bad and reckless drivers that come through laguna. That would be my greatest concern as a parent in Laguna. Driver’s education and safety for pedestrians and cyclists "
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  • Sarah
    "I live in downtown Laguna — just steps a way from Festivsl of the Arts, Saw Dust and lots of great places to shop, eat and socialize. The beach is just a short 5 min walk away. "
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  • Eric Terrill
    "The Dogs I see always seem happy. Plus, There is a dog park where they can play off leash. The area is a beautiful place to walk your dog. Only certain areas at the beach are dog friendly."
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  • Paradise
    "I have lived here for 3 years. I love it here. People are friendly and helpful. You can walk to the best restaurants, great shops, grocery stores, and art galleries. Love walking to the post office. It feels like a small town although people come here from all walks of life and visit from all over the world."
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  • Rose S.
    "Most of the time there is easy access through the canyon. Sometimes there is traffic, but most the time the drive is great. I love it when I get to drive on PCH to either Newport Beach or Dana Point. It is some of the most beautiful coast in California."
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  • Sabrina Skelly
    "Good family neighborhood, nice area, low crime. No sidewalks, so street infrastructure can be unsafe. Parks are driving distance, not many parks in walking distance. PCH and bad drivers are a larger risk. "
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  • Jayde House
    "The Laguna beach dog park is the best in the county! 3 acres. Gorgeous maintained. Very dog friendly community. Beaches are dog friendly during off season."
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  • Tricia Harper
    "There are many local events and community activities that make Laguna Beach special. We have beautiful beaches and excellent public schools. "
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  • Steve B.
    "Right now it’s walking down the hall. Otherwise, at 6:00 AM 20 minutes to Newport Beach. Traffic is not an issue at that hour. "
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  • Peggy D.
    "This seems to be a very dog friendly town with a great dog park and many neighborhood parks where dogs are welcome."
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  • Cthurin
    "Dog owners are common and dogs are very welcome in this community. Dog owners will feel welcome here. "
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  • Marci S.
    "This cul-de-sac is rumored to be the first site of the Pageant of the Masters, and our pool was the first pool in Laguna Beach"
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  • Ivanka B.
    "I work from home and live a block from the beach. No complaints. The commute during tourist season doubles but the Laguna Beach lifestyle is worth it!"
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  • Kermorsey
    "I think it’s important that parents take their kids to the parks in the neighborhood and Laguna for their kids to play with each other. The baseball team through Laguna Beach and school activities are incredible. I see a lot of the high school kids and my grandson as well surfing down at Thalia Street"
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  • Kermorsey
    "The people are friendly the weather is awesome. The location the city environment overall conditions of the community and I love the neighborhood trolley.The people walking their dogs the trash service it’s just an overall great environment!"
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  • Paigealexg
    "Dog park isn’t really walkable. You have to drive there. No dog beach in town. But most places are dog friendly, not too many. "
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  • Kermorsey
    "The neighbors are kind and friendly that makes Laguna exceptional. I love seeing the trolley. Easy access to town and great views of the ocean with beautiful weather."
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  • Elise W.
    "Beware of skateboarders while driving, sometimes kids skate on the wrong side of the road and end up getting hit by cars"
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  • Ivybear39
    "Best of all worlds -urban suburban and coastal (oh my!). PCH , multiple beach accesses, trolley and bus stops...minutes from downtown!"
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  • Susan T.
    "We love this area because it’s so much like a neighborhood we grew up in. So much fun just hanging out with the neighbors and it’s a very magical place. "
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  • Tyra S.
    "Great place to have a dog as it is gorgeous to walk around here. The Dog park is wonderful and well maintained. "
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  • EHB
    "There are very few bag “poop” stations. The city should definitely do more to provide for its four legged friendly community."
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  • Kristywallick
    "Laguna Canyon gets backed up from 5-7pm... also some traffic in the morning. Summers and spring break are also very busy times in Laguna Beach with tourists and more traffic. "
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  • Ramona Resident
    "Dogs are welcomed...but as a responsible dog owner, I pick up after several other dogs on my street. It’s unfortunate because it makes everyone (me) look bad"
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  • Debraschott
    "Our neighborhood has Moulton Meadows Park where children play soccer and neighbors play tennis and basketball. Lots of dog walking going on! Our block closes down one Sunday in the summer for a block party where we meet our neighbors and have pot luck. Halloween we go down to Oak Street to see and be seen in costumes."
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  • joshuachinn
    "BBQ. paddle boarding. heisler park gatherings, cacao ceremonies, surfing, photography outings, fitness classes, meditation meetups"
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  • Laguna_redhead
    "Close to schools, restaurants, shopping yet far enough away to enjoy the serenity Laguna has to offer."
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  • Gab4evr
    "We have great hiking trails, beautiful beaches, the Sawdust Festival and Festival of the Arts, interesting art galleries, a well respected art college and good restaurants."
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  • Andrew D.
    "I have wanted to live in LAGUNA for a really long time. Fortunate to have finally bought a nice home here. Beaches are great and love being able to walk to everything. "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 3, 2026
Source: CRMLS #LG26042432
ListingRemoved
$8,995
Feb 26, 2026
Source: CRMLS #LG26042432
Listed For Rent
$8,995
Jun 3, 2025
Source: CRMLS #LG25108728
ListingRemoved
$16,000
May 16, 2025
Source: CRMLS #LG25108728
PriceChange
$16,000
Price decreased by 6%
Mar 24, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$16,950
Price increased by 42%

Frequently asked questions about 438 3rd St

  • What is 438 3rd St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 438 3rd St in Laguna Beach, CA is $3,436,800.
  • Is Laguna Beach a buyer's or seller's market?
    Laguna Beach is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Laguna Beach?
    The median sale price in Laguna Beach is $3.16M. That is up $207K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Laguna Beach?
    Residents describe Laguna Beach, CA as dog-friendly, walkable to restaurants, and established. See recently sold homes in Laguna Beach, CA.
  • Does 438 3rd St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 438 3rd St in Laguna Beach, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 438 3rd St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 438 3rd St in Laguna Beach, CA has in-unit laundry.

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