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This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 34041 El Contento Drive in Dana Point, CA is listed for $1,499,000 ($1,586 per sqft). Built in 1960, the home offers 945 sqft of living space on a 0.05 acres lot.

Agent Description

Tired of HOA fees?? Looking for your first home, or downsizing or want a great 2nd home getaway or investment property? Discover coastal living at its finest in this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-level beach cottage, perfectly positioned in Dana Point's coveted Lantern Village. This delightful home offers the ultimate Southern California lifestyle where ocean breezes, walkability, and modern comfort come together seamlessly.

Just a 10-minute stroll to the beach and Dana Point Harbor, you'll enjoy easy access to waterfront dining, shopping, and coastal recreation. The vibrant Lantern Village puts boutique shops, local restaurants, and cafés right at your doorstep, making this the perfect spot for those who love to walk everywhere.

The heart of this home shines with a completely renovated kitchen (2021) featuring: Custom cabinetry with ample storage, elegant quartz countertops, stylish modern tile back splash, brand-new stainless steel appliances, contemporary sink and fixtures, and beautiful bamboo flooring throughout.

The enclosed front patio offers a private retreat with clever open-air windows that frame peek-a-boo ocean views and invite natural light while maintaining your privacy—perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation.

Located in a family-friendly neighborhood with nearby schools, a convenient dog park for your four-legged companions, and the heart of Dana Point's community just moments away. This rare single-level cottage combines turnkey condition with an unbeatable location. Experience the best of coastal living where every day feels like a vacation!

Key Features

  • Built in 1960
  • 0.05 acre lot
  • 2 parking spaces

Property Details

1 story
2 full
2 spaces
1960

Amenities

View

Monthly Cost Estimate

$8,017/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$1,084
Interest$6,496
Insurance$437

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

34041 El Contento Drive

Dana Point, CA 92629

Lantern Village Central (LDC)

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Track LightingLiving Room Deck AttachedHigh CeilingsUnfurnishedDry BarRecessed LightingTile CountersCeiling Fan(s)Quartz CountersStone CountersOpen FloorplanCathedral Ceiling(s)Beamed CeilingsBlock WallsBuilt-in FeaturesStorage2+ Access ExitsNo Interior StepsEntry Slope Less Than 1 FootGrab Bars In Bathroom(s)Sliding DoorsMirror Closet Door(s)Service EntranceWindow Features: Double Pane WindowsInsulated WindowsCustom CoveringRoller ShieldsSkylight(s)BlindsScreens

Exterior Features

FenceCommunity Features Included: GuttersCurbsWatersportsGolfBikingHikingFishingFoothillsStreet LightsStorm DrainsPreserve/Public LandSidewalksSuburbanRain GuttersLightingRectangular Lot0-1 Unit/AcrePark NearbyUtilities - OverheadCorners MarkedLandscapedNear Public TransitGentle SlopingFront YardWalkstreetPatio HomeUp Slope From Street

Property Details

Flooring

BambooTile

Construction

Stucco

Views

CityOceanWater

Parking

DrivewayGarage

Heating

Heat Pump (Heating)

Cooling

Central AirHeat PumpMulti UnitsWall/Window Unit(s)Window Unit(s)

Appliances

CooktopCooktop - GasFreezerGarbage DisposerIce MakerMicrowaveRangeRange - GasRefrigerator

Questions & Answers

This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 34041 El Contento Drive is listed at $1,499,000 ($1,586/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $6,496 based on 20% down at 6.5% interest.

Key features include: Built in 1960, 0.05 acre lot, 2 parking spaces. Interior Features: Track Lighting, Living Room Deck Attached, High Ceilings. Exterior Features: Fence, Community Features Included: Gutters, Curbs.

This property is listed by Denine Kerns and can be reached at 9496897078 or Denine.Kerns@elliman.com.

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Denine Kerns

Agent at Douglas Elliman Of California

(949) 689-7078

Listed by Douglas Elliman Of California · View on Broker Site

MLS# NP26009731· Source: listhub· Updated 136 days ago

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34041 El Contento Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629

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