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May 16, 2026
Good morning,
Finally, we are beginning to see meaningful activity return to the Emerald Bay market. Of the 10 homes currently available, 4 are in escrow and 1 is pending — with 3 properties going under contract last week alone. The spring market is clearly presenting itself, and buyer engagement has strengthened noticeably. THERE ARE STILL A COUPLE OF GREAT OPPORTUNITIES (64 EB and 2 EB) OUT THERE!
Emerald Bay continues to attract buyers focused less on short-term market conditions and more on securing a home that aligns with their long-term lifestyle. Today’s buyers are highly discerning, paying close attention to factors such as privacy, view orientation, outdoor livability, architectural integrity, and the overall emotional feel of a property.
What continues to distinguish Emerald Bay is that many opportunities unfold quietly through long-established relationships and private conversations rather than broad public exposure. In many cases, access and timing remain just as important as the property itself.
Homes generating the strongest response are those that feel complete — thoughtfully maintained, well-positioned, and presented with cohesion and pricing discipline. As always, Emerald Bay’s enduring appeal continues to be rooted in lifestyle first: private beach access, security, walkability, architectural diversity, and the rarity of the location itself.
Whether you are considering a purchase, future sale, or simply want perspective on the market, I’m always available as a trusted local resource.
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Did You Know?
Running out of water? Not in San Diego: The Claude "Bud" Lewis Carlsbad Desalination Plant is the largest, most technologically advanced seawater desalination plant in the Western Hemisphere, producing roughly 50 million gallons of potable water per day (MGD) for San Diego County. Opened in 2015, it provides roughly 10% of the region's water supply and serves 400,000 consumers. Around 200 desalination plants exist around the US. As of 2026, systems that capture water from the air are being deployed that reach approx. 264 gallons of drinking water per day, designed specifically for arid, off-grid locations. At any given moment, approximately 3,100 cubic miles of water exists in the atmosphere, mostly as invisible water vapor. While this represents only about 0.001% of Earth's total water, it is enough to cover the entire globe with about 1 inch of rain if it all fell at once.
Did You Know?
We can all learn about ultra-service from the finest hotels in the world, where customer service is becoming an art form: one tidbit I recently learned is that at the Rosewood Chancery Hotel, there is now no set check-in time, which in most hotels is 3pm or later. Yes, time is the last luxury.
Did You Know?
Might your home house the next mini-data-center? Major players in housing, including homebuilder PulteGroup are in early testing with Nvidia and California-based startup Span to install small fractional data center “nodes” on the exterior walls of newly built homes. The question of whether that model can scale, and whether homeowners, HOAs, and regulators will approve it, is up for debate. Experts point to some benefits to home-based data centers, with the home-based grid allowing for less construction needed on new ones and greater energy efficiency. (CNBC)
Did You Know?
When you deposit cash into a savings account and it earns 4% interest, you pay full income tax rates on that interest, even if it's being accumulated and not withdrawn. If that money is in the form of CRYPTO and held for a year or more without withdrawing/selling, you only pay (much lower) capital gains tax rates on the gains as the IRS treats crypto as PROPERTY.... yet we are told cryptocurrency is considered an alternative form of digital currency.....🤔
Did You Know?
The 400 richest people in America are wealthier than ever, with a combined net worth of $6.8 trillion.....that's roughly 4% of all US wealth. ALL US billionaires combined have a net worth of close to $9 trillion....or 5.25%. The Top 1% have a combined wealth of roughly 29% of all US wealth and the Top 10% have a net worth starting around $1.6million.
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“It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat.”
— Theodore Roosevelt
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One Of Our Own In Architectural Digest...
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Photo courtesy of Architectural Digest
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…absolutely beautiful Parsa and Melissa!
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Worlds Largest Underwater Stack
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands created a new Guinness World Record at Swaraj Dweep with the world’s tallest human stack underwater. Fourteen participants, including Lieutenant Governor D.K. Joshi, formed a 22.3-metre (over 73 feet) structure beneath the sea.
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Jafar Jackson vs Michael Jackson - Michael's Nephew played Michael in recent biopic.
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2 Emerald Bay
3 Bed | 3 Bath | 2,619 SqFt
$5,900,000
Now let’s talk about architectural integrity!
This romantic 1930s California Spanish–style residence, designed by renowned architect Henry Palmer Sabin, is truly a work of art. Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully enhanced, it captures the timeless character and craftsmanship of the era while introducing tasteful modern updates.
Located on the highly coveted Oceanside of Emerald Bay, this three-bedroom, three-bath home offers the perfect blend of historic charm and contemporary livability. New double paned windows flood the interiors with natural light, accentuating the rich architectural details throughout.
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64 Emerald Bay
4 Bed | 4.5 Bath | 3,588 SqFt
$13,500,000
A stones throw to the coveted South end Emerald Bay’s exquisite beach, 64 Emerald Bay presents a rare opportunity to own in one of the most sought-after locations within this iconic, Laguna Beach community. Ideally positioned near the quiet southernmost edge of the bay, this approximately 3,588 square foot home enjoys dramatic whitewater views—where waves crash against the rocky shoreline, delivering a breathtaking coastal backdrop.
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320 Emerald Bay
4 Bed | 4 Bath | 3,581 SqFt
$8,500,000
Every detail of 320 Emerald Bay has been thoughtfully designed, blending classic elegance with sleek, modern simplicity. Sunlight floods the interiors, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere that extends seamlessly to the outdoors.
The home features a truly beautiful primary suite, offering a private sanctuary with a spectacular ocean view and a sweeping rooftop deck capturing breathtaking vistas of the Pacific. Entertain in style in the gourmet chef's kitchen, perfectly positioned next to the dining room with ocean views.
Step outside to a private backyard retreat, featuring a lush garden, pergola, fireplace, and built-in BBQ.
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839 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach
5 beds | 5 baths | 4,851 sqft
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Flexible Year Round Rental
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806 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach
4 beds | 4 baths | 4,150 sqft
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27 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach
4 beds | 6 baths | 4,064 sqft
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343 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach
5 beds | 4 baths | 4,160 sqft
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45 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach
4 beds | 3 baths | 2,221 sqft
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Flexible Year Round Lease
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322 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach
6 beds | 7 baths | 5,493 sqft
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153 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach
3 beds | 3 baths | 2,135 sqft
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Flexible Year Round Rental
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809 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach
4 beds | 5.25 baths | 4,200 sqft
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3 beds | 3 baths | 1,272 sqft
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Emerald Bay Market Update
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We currently have 6 homes active on the market, ranging from $5,900,000 to $44,995,000, offering a wide spectrum of opportunities within the community.
Homes currently in escrow:
320 (representing seller)
420
115
32 (pending)
I have several NEW off-market opportunities available. Please reach out directly for details.
I’m grateful to be working with both buyers and sellers at a high level this year, and proud to have represented more Emerald Bay transactions than any other agent year-to-date.
Thank you for your continued trust.
Recent Emerald Bay Sales YTD
- 704 Emerald Bay — $6.95M (Represented Buyer | Off-Market)
- 78 Emerald Bay — $9M (Represented Buyer & Seller | Off-Market)
- 9 Emerald Bay — $19M
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