Where classic California lives forever by the sea. Preserved with care and perched directly on the sand, this mid-century beach cottage along Dana Point’s guard-gated Beach Road offers a glimpse into coastal living as it was meant to be—simple, soulful, and endlessly relaxing. Behind the seawall and the sound of the surf, original details tell the story of the home’s 1940s heritage: beamed wood ceilings, paneled walls, and a breezy open layout that connects every moment to the ocean just beyond the deck. Wide windows frame Catalina views, while natural light drifts across warm laminate floors and a palette that feels both nostalgic and current. Three bedrooms and two baths unfold on a single level, offering effortless flow from morning coffee to sunset gatherings. The kitchen remains open to the main living area—where family, friends, and salty air naturally converge. Step outside to the expansive deck and watch the tide roll in from your private stretch of sand—your front-row seat to dolphins, color-soaked skies, and the rhythm of coastal life. Situated halfway between Los Angeles and San Diego—but a world away—Beach Road offers a level of privacy and tranquility rarely found along the Southern California coast. Unobstructed front-row views focus on breaking waves and the azure Pacific Ocean, while Catalina Island, city lights, San Clemente’s pier, and Dana Point’s rugged Headlands draw the eye up and down the shore. Homeowners along this exclusive stretch own to the median high-tide line, creating an unmatched connection to the sand and sea. With a single-car garage and four-car parking pad, this is one of the few places where convenience and serenity meet at the water’s edge. Whether preserved in its current vintage beauty or reimagined as a modern retreat, life here remains centered on the sea—a rare opportunity to experience the heritage of true California beachfront living, timeless and always within earshot of the waves.
For sale
Listing Provided by:
Doug Echelberger DRE #01176379 949-463-0400,
Inhabit Collective
$3,499,000
35711 Beach Rd, Dana Pt, CA 92624
3beds
1,083sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
2,600 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$3,231/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Original detailsRugged headlandsMid-century beach cottageUnobstructed front-row viewsFront-row seat to dolphinsBreezy open layoutPrivate stretch of sand
- 87 days |
- 3,362 |
- 107 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 06, 2025 at 11:40am
Listing Provided by:
Doug Echelberger DRE #01176379 949-463-0400,
Inhabit Collective
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC25250659
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Full Bath on Main Level, Stone Counters, Separate Shower, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Laminate Counters
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Inside, Stacked
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Laminate Counters, Open Floorplan, Wood Product Walls, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Flooring: Laminate
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, See Remarks
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,083 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Assigned, Garage, No Driveway, Paved, Private, One Space
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: entry
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Catalina, Coastline, Harbor, Marina, Ocean, Panoramic, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Coastline,Harbor,Marina,Ocean,Water
- Waterfront features: Beach Access, Beach Front, Ocean Access, Ocean Front, Ocean Side Of Freeway, Ocean Side Of Highway, Seawall
Lot
- Size: 2,600 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 69116229
- Special conditions: Standard,Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Drywall, Stucco
- Roof: Flat,Membrane
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts Other, Electricity - On Property, See Remarks, Standard
- Sewer: Sewer Tap Paid
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Fishing, Storm Drain(s), Water Sports, Gated
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Gated with Guard, Gated Community, Gated with Attendant, 24 Hour Security, Smoke Detector(s), Security Guard
- Subdivision: Beach Road Custom (Br)
HOA
- Amenities included: Guard, Security
- HOA name: Capistrano Bay District
- HOA phone: 949-496-6576
Location
- Region: Dana Pt
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $3,231/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $179,577
- Annual tax amount: $6,546
- Date on market: 11/4/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 87 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,499,000$3,231/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #OC25250659 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,546 +1.5% | $179,577 +2% |
| 2024 | $6,450 +100.5% | $176,056 +2% |
| 2023 | $3,217 +2.6% | $172,604 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$21,640/mo
Principal & interest
$17324
Property taxes
$3091
Home insurance
$1225
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92624
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Palisades Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.6 mi
- 6/10Shorecliffs Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 10/10San Juan Hills High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Palisades
- Middle: Shorecliff
- High: San Juan Hills
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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