Welcome to Monarch Bay, one of the premier gated coastal communities in south Orange County. This residence is among the rare remaining mid-century homes in Monarch Bay and was designed by architect Knowlton Fernald Jr. AIA, who is renowned for also designing the original Monarch Bay Community entrance, the Monarch Bay mall, and other significant mid-century homes in Monarch Bay and surrounding premier neighborhoods.
The home’s striking design is set among the highest points in the community providing inspiring Ocean Views down to Salt Creek and the Ritz Carlton. Along with a generous lot and large side yard the property serves well for future desired expansion. The floor plan beckons the ocean breezes and bathes the great room and dining area in natural light while providing a captivating ocean view and an indoor-outdoor lifestyle inclusive of sliding French doors on two sides. This home has been lovingly cared for and regularly maintained during its 58-year history and is now offered for sale for the very first time. Once arriving at the main level, the residence provides a convenient floorplan with a generous ocean view primary suite and full bath, powder room, kitchen and serving bar, with adjacent great room with fireplace and dining area. All these comforts are offered on the same level and open to a large ocean view deck. The lower level offers an ocean view bonus room with office area, vestibule, game area and two additional generous bedrooms, tiled hall bath and inside laundry. The convenient direct entrance from the two-car attached garage and large driveway also provides plenty of parking for guests. Charming outdoor surfer shower, spa area, beach gear storage cubby, garden, and an extra large side yard area that can provide space for an ocean view ADU or expansion. 409 Monarch Bay presents the perfect opportunity to restore or rebuild your dream coastal beach home and offers its residents exclusive membership to the highly sought after amenities at the beach club and additional community amenities. Residents enjoy a 24-hour guard gated community, tennis and pickleball court, community park and playground, dog park, and beach steward to accommodate all beach chair, umbrella, and towel service needs. Additionally, homeowners can utilize the highly acclaimed Monarch Bay Beach Club including a full-service restaurant and bar with folio billing by the Waldorf Astoria. Monarch Bay represents a one of kind community lifestyle and luxury experience.
Sold for $6,500,000 on 12/27/24
Listing Provided by:
Michael Caruso DRE #01073919 949-584-2300,
Carolwood Estates,
Phillip Caruso DRE #01934516,
Carolwood Estates
$6,500,000
409 Monarch Bay Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629
3beds
2,647sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1966
7,480 Square Feet Lot
$6,586,400 Zestimate®
$2,456/sqft
$8,805 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 28, 2025 at 03:31pm
Listing Provided by:
Michael Caruso DRE #01073919 949-584-2300,
Carolwood Estates,
Phillip Caruso DRE #01934516,
Carolwood Estates
Bought with:
Tim Smith, DRE #01346878
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NP24013797
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dry Bar, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, See Remarks, Main Level Primary
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
- Windows: Plantation Shutters
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,647 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Direct Access, Door-Single, Driveway, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Side By Side
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Low Pile Carpet
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Tile, Wood
- Pool features: None
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Above Ground, Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Coastline, Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Coastline,Ocean
- Waterfront features: Ocean Side Of Freeway, Ocean Side Of Highway
Lot
- Size: 7,480 sqft
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 67015114
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern,See Remarks
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1966
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Gated Community, Gated with Attendant, Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Gated
Location
- Region: Dana Point
- Subdivision: Monarch Bay (Mb)
HOA & financial
HOA
- Amenities included: Controlled Access, Sport Court, Dog Park, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Guard, Tennis Court(s), Trash
- Association name: Monarch Bay
- Association phone: 949-833-2600
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Services availability
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Estimated market value
$6,586,400