This mid-century modern jewel boasts panoramic ocean and island views and was designed by the legendary local architect Charles Johnson for his personal residence. The home situated in the Victoria Beach neighborhood has breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island, San Clemente Island, and a direct path to Victoria Beach! Located on a quiet private street with only 4 homes on it you get the benefit of living right next to the water while still maintaining privacy and tranquility away from the public beach goers! The home features floor-to-ceiling cedar plank wall coverings throughout, providing a warm and cohesive aesthetic to complement this mid century design.
Designed for his personal residence in 1960, Charles Johnson has left a lasting mark on the architectural landscape of Laguna Beach and surrounding cities. He has designed or re-resigned many iconic structures in the Southern California area. Some of his notable projects are the Festival of Arts Parabola Roof, Laguna Beach Playhouse, Loma Santa Fe Country Club, Catalina Island Yacht Club, and the Casa Laguna Hotel restoration and remodel project to name a few.
This home is a unique blend of historical significance, architectural excellence, and modern living potential.
Key Features:
- Views: Panoramic Ocean views and Catalina Island and San Clemente Islands. Unobstructed sit-down views form inside your home!
- Location: Beach close with a direct path to Victoria Beach!
- Rooms: 3 bedrooms and a separate versatile bonus room that can be used as an additional bedroom, workout room, office, or be converted to an ADU as their is already fully permitted installed plumbing electrical and dedicated in ground sewer.
- **Privacy:** Located on a quiet, single-loaded street with only 4 homes, and no neighboring houses looking in ensuring privacy and a peaceful living environment.
For sale
Listing Provided by:
Cullen McKeown DRE #01749588 949-697-6646,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Price cut: $86K (8/15)
$2,299,000
320 Ashton Dr, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
3beds
1,417sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
3,655 Square Feet Lot
$2,246,300 Zestimate®
$1,622/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Small backyard gardenWater-wise succulent landscaping
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Listing Provided by:
Cullen McKeown DRE #01749588 949-697-6646,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC25103488
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Art Studio, Bonus Room, Bedroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Primary Bedroom, Office
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Bathroom
- Features: Linen Closet
Kitchen
- Features: Built-in Trash/Recycling
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Upper Level
Features
- All Bedrooms Up
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,417 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Covered, Driveway
- Carport spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: main living level
- Patio & porch: Deck, Wood
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Catalina, Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Lot
- Size: 3,655 Square Feet
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 65616922
- Special conditions: Standard,Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Fishing, Hiking, Storm Drain(s), Water Sports
- Subdivision: Montage Beach Villas (Mnbv)
Location
- Region: Laguna Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,622/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $91,345
- Annual tax amount: $1,914
- Date on market: 5/9/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA
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