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June 13, 2025
Good morning,
The housing market remains “paused" but is showing signs of improvement. The Home Purchase Sentiment Index, for example, reached a six-month high in May, reflecting improved consumer sentiment towards buying and selling homes. But there is still activity in Emerald Bay and Laguna. There is buyer interest but at the moment buyers are not pulling the trigger.
If you’re curious about what’s available—or what your home might be worth in today’s market—feel free to reach out. I’m always happy to share what’s happening in Emerald Bay.
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Did You Know?
Quantum computing is reaching an inflection point according to Nvidia. Quantum computers are machines that use the laws of quantum mechanics to solve problems too complex for classical computers, which store information in bits (ones and zeroes), using quantum bits, or “qubits,” which can be zero, one or something in between — the aim being to process much larger volumes of data to facilitate breakthroughs in areas like medicine, science and finance. (CNBC)
Did You Know?
In 2024, just under 11% of all homes sold in the U.S. came from real estate investors, the highest share in the data's history going back to 2001, according to the latest Realtor.com Investor Report released this week. The median sale amount for investor properties was about $330,000. Investor home sales ticked up by 5.2% year over year in 2024, outpacing the increase in investor buyer activity. ....or roughly 509,000 properties, fewer than in 2021 and 2022, but significantly higher than pre-pandemic levels. (Realtor.com)
Did You Know?
Uber plans to launch trials of fully driverless rides in the U.K. via a partnership with AI startup Wayve, starting in spring 2026. The pilot will be Uber’s first foray into so-called “Level 4” autonomous driving, which doesn’t require a safety driver to be present. How will UBER drivers respond to being replaced by AI? (CNBC)
Did You Know?
Did BREXIT succeed or fail? There is strong evidence that Brexit negatively impacted the UK's economy. Economists generally agree that it has reduced real per capita income in the long term and caused a decline in trade and investment. The Office for Budget Responsibility estimated a 4% reduction in the level of UK productivity by the end of the 2020s. Brexit has led to a decline in both UK exports and imports to and from the EU, a 15% reduction in trade intensity. Brexit-related uncertainty discouraged foreign direct investment and slowed down business investment. Small UK firms appear to have been more adversely affected than larger ones. The end of free movement caused labor shortages in certain sectors, particularly transport, hospitality, and retail. Brexit imposed structural constraints on productivity, such as increased business costs and trade inefficiencies. Independence to make trade deals, control worker visas and migration, and tax laws have had mixed results, some good some not-so-good. (BBC)
Did You Know?
High tech may resolve the world's #1 shortage....energy: and the solution may lie in a magnet 'that changes history'. Proxima is seeking to build a device called a stellarator that it believes is the most viable route to commercial fusion power, an alternative to the more common tokamak pioneered by Soviet scientists in the 1950s. Both devices use huge magnets to suspend a floating mass of hydrogen plasma as it is heated to extreme temperatures so the atomic nuclei fuse, releasing massive amounts of energy. The twisted structure of the stellarator is more complicated to build, but should produce a more stable plasma that Proxima says makes it better suited to a power plant. (FT)
Did You Know?
Will your future car's interior be an extension of your home? As self-driving cars become an almost certainty, how they are designed to be more like a living room may encourage owners to make them appear more like their home's living room than the traditional car.... Will this allow for building further - and cheaper - from urban center's too as time in a car becomes a time for doing lots of other stuff besides focusing on the road making a long commute productive? Maybe naptime? (WSJ)
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How 3-D Printing Is Really Changing Our World… Who Would Have Thunk?
A vision of our future homebuilding. This giant 3D printer builds homes with minimal labor, up to 45% cost savings, and move-in-ready timelines in weeks.
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Sportsmanship
By now, you might know that I love my tennis and Pickleball posts… I believe you can learn so much about someone’s character through the sport they play. Here is to Jack Sock… I Love this sssoooo much!
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Our own Dan Berzanski just bought Pool Pro’s. Pools Pros not only services pools and spas but they also provide repairs….. He is my GO TO guy with respect to my spa services…… give them a try!
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I have two all cash buyers looking for:
- Looking for a single level home with a primary bedroom on the main level; with limited stairs or elevator is an option as well. All cash buyer ready to go.
- Looking for a special street to street development opportunity that allows privacy and large lot. All cash (of course) and price is not an option if it is the right lot.
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523 Emerald Bay
5 Bed | 5 Bath | 4,092 SqFt
$14,000,000
Welcome to 523 Emerald Bay—where coastal luxury meets panoramic perfection. Perched to capture uninterrupted views of the Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island, and glowing sunsets that light up the sky all year round, this more than 4000 SF, 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath home offers a front-row seat to Southern California’s most breathtaking coastal scenery.
Inside, discover a stunning blend of contemporary elegance and refined coastal sophistication, all overlooking one of California’s most coveted beaches. The light-filled great room flows seamlessly onto expansive decks—perfect for entertaining or simply soaking in the view. A chef-worthy kitchen, spa-inspired baths, and generously sized bedrooms make everyday living feel like a retreat.
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64 Emerald Bay
4 Bed | 4.5 Bath | 3,588 SqFt
$15,000,000
Nestled at the south end of Emerald Bay’s private beach, 64 Emerald Bay presents a rare opportunity to own in one of Laguna Beach’s most coveted locations. Just a stone’s throw from the sand, this 3,588-square-foot home offers dramatic whitewater views and a stunning coastal backdrop, all while maintaining a sense of privacy.
Featuring 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, and a traditional layout ideal for comfortable living and entertaining, the home is rich in character brimming with potential to personalize or transform into a custom retreat. One of its most enchanting features? The constant, soothing sound of the ocean—a peaceful soundtrack to daily life, day and night.
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411 Poplar St., Laguna Beach
3 beds | 2 baths | 1,651 sqft
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228 Ledroit St., Laguna Beach
4 beds | 4 baths | 2,287 sqft
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121 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach
5 beds | 5 baths | 4,307 sqft
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136 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach
5 beds | 4 baths | 4,645 sqft
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209 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach
5 beds | 4 baths | 3,410 sqft
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27 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach
4 beds | 6 baths | 4,064 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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822 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach
5 beds | 4.5 baths | 4,398 sqft
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1010 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach
4 beds | 6 baths | 5,500 sqft
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153 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach
3 beds | 3 baths | 2,135 sqft
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809 Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach
4 beds | 5.25 baths | 4,200 sqft
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Emerald Bay Market Update
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We have 12 homes currently on the market ranging from $5,995,000 - $44,995,000. We also have several off market opportunities. Call me for details.
Of my last six sales in EB, four were off-market. And out of my last thirteen sales overall (mostly in Laguna Beach), six were off-market. Having lived in Emerald Bay for over 20+ years, this community really feels like home—it’s where I’ve raised my kids and built meaningful relationships.
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