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Property Description
Welcome to Laguna Canyon - Where History, Charm & Opportunity Meet.
Tucked into the canyon on a generous lot, this income-producing duplex is wrapped in lush landscaping and ocean breezes - a rare blend of privacy, character, and Laguna lifestyle. Live moments from the Sawdust Festival, Pageant of the Masters, world-class beaches, and everything downtown Laguna has to offer.
Upper Unit - 3 Bed | 2 Bath:
Spacious living room, full kitchen, dedicated office space, and inside laundry. A/C keeps it cool through those balmy summer nights, while mature landscaping and canyon air set the tone outside.
Lower Unit - 1 Bed | 1 Bath + Office
A charming, light-filled retreat - perfect for guests, extended family, or rental income.
The Outdoors:
A tropical oasis with a dry riverbed winding through the property and mature high yielding Avocado Trees- the kind of setting that has inspired Laguna's artists, writers, and dreamers for generations. Walking distance to town, yet a world away.
The Opportunity:
Whether you're looking for multigenerational living, a live-in-one-rent-the-other setup, or a pure investment play, this is a rare canyon find with built-in income and timeless appeal.
Artists, writers, and dreamers - welcome home.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1553 Arroyo Dr
General
- Price: $2,150,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Duplex
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: LG26102163
- Updated: 5/24/2026
- Days on Market: 16 days
- Added to Site: 16 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Laundry, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Bathroom
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Individual Room, Upper Level
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
Parking
- Parking: Driveway
Location
- County: Orange
- Subdivision: Canyon (CYN)
- Driving Directions: GPS
School Information
- School District: Laguna Beach Unified
- Middle School: THURST
- High School: LAGBEA
Community
- Community Features: Biking, Dog Park, Hiking, BLM/National Forest, Sidewalks
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Duplex
- Roof: Composition
- Common Walls: 1 Common Wall
- Entry Location: 1, 2
- Stories/Levels: Two
- Stories Description: Two
- Square Feet: 1,488
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1929
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Lot Features
- Property View: Canyon
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,405
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Description: Landscaped, Garden, Back Yard
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1,444.89
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
Listed by Bon Life Real Estate Corporation, Derek LeBon
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Schools
Schools serving 1553 Arroyo Dr
School District:Laguna Beach Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
El Morro Elementary School 8681 North Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 | K-5 | 2.9 mi |
Thurston Middle School 2100 Park Avenue, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
Laguna Beach High School 625 Park Avenue, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1553 Arroyo Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/11/2026
Listed
$2,150,000
53.57%
MLS
4/14/2021
Sold
$1,400,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1553 Arroyo Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$16,492
2%
$1,515,404
2%
2024
$16,129
—
$1,485,691
2%
2023
$16,057
2%
$1,456,560
2%
2022
$15,695
53%
$1,428,000
58%
2021
$10,278
2%
$901,319
1%
2020
$10,107
2%
$892,078
2%
2019
$9,909
3%
$874,587
2%
2018
$9,658
—
$857,439
—
2017
$9,620
2%
$857,439
2%
2016
$9,421
220%
$840,627
306%
2015
$2,945
2%
$207,296
2%
2014
$2,877
1%
$203,236
—
2013
$2,850
—
$202,318
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1553 Arroyo Drive, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 (MLS# LG26102163) is a Duplex property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 1553 Arroyo Drive is currently listed for $2,150,000 and was received on May 11, 2026. Want to learn more about 1553 Arroyo Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Duplex real estate for sale in Laguna Canyon? You can browse all Laguna Canyon real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

