23846 Kara Bay
Dana Point, CA 92629
Listing broker / agent: Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty · Briant Patterson · 949-212-5369 · CRMLS
MLS # OC26208509 · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 12:15 UTC
About this property
**Coastal Resort Living in Niguel Shores Steps from Strands Beach** Experience the best of **Dana Point coastal living** at 23846 Kara Bay, ideally located in the highly desirable **Niguel Shores community** just steps from spectacular **Strands Beach**. Currently configured as a two-bedroom residence, the home was originally designed as a three-bedroom and can readily be converted back, providing flexibility to accommodate your lifestyle and needs. Inside, coastal comfort meets timeless quality with **slate flooring throughout, skylights that bring in abundant natural light, and blinds throughout**. The kitchen features a **Sub-Zero refrigerator and Viking four-burner gas range**, while the **Jacuzzi tub** provides a relaxing retreat after a day at the beach. Life at Niguel Shores feels like being on vacation every day. Start your morning with a walk along the Pacific Ocean, spend the afternoon enjoying the community’s resort-style amenities, and finish the evening at the **private bluff-top park overlooking beautiful Strands Beach**, taking in spectacular coastal sunsets. Residents enjoy an impressive collection of amenities, including a **community pool and spa, tennis and pickleball courts, parks, clubhouse**, and beautifully maintained coastal surroundings. Niguel Shores also offers an active social calendar with community gatherings and events, including popular **Taco Nights and other neighborhood celebrations at the private clubhouse and bluff-top park**. The flexible floor plan is ideal for full-time coastal living, a weekend getaway, vacation retreat, or investment property. With the ability to convert the current two-bedroom configuration back to three bedrooms, the home offers an opportunity to create the space that best fits your needs. Beyond the community, enjoy convenient access to **Strands Beach, Dana Point Harbor, Salt Creek Beach, Monarch Beach, world-class resorts, golf, restaurants, and shopping**. For those seeking a **Dana Point home near the beach**, 23846 Kara Bay offers a rare combination of coastal location, resort-style amenities, flexible living space, and the unmistakable charm of Southern California beach living. **Live steps from the beach. Enjoy the bluff. Embrace the lifestyle. Welcome to Niguel Shores.**
Property details
- MLS number
- OC26208509
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 3 Beds • 2 Baths
- Living area
- 1,446 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.093 acres
- County
- Orange
- Year built
- 1973
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 9
Building
- Year built
- 1973
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Entry level
- 1
- Construction
- Stucco
- Roof
- Slate
- Foundation
- Slab
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 2
- Main-level bathrooms
- 2
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Primary Bedroom
- Appliances
- Barbecue, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Interior features
- Beamed Ceilings, Eat In Kitchen, Granite Counters, Pantry, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Flooring
- Stone
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Gas Starter
- Laundry
- In Garage
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Direct Access, Door Single, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- Community, Filtered, Heated, In Ground, Association
- Spa
- Association, Community, In Ground
- Patio / porch
- Concrete, Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features
- Barbecue
- Lot features
- Back Yard, Close To Clubhouse, Garden, Lawn
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Fencing
- Stucco Wall
- Property outlook
- Hills
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
- Community features
- Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Gated, Pool
- Association amenities
- Clubhouse, Sport Court, Game Room, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Recreation Room, Guard, Spa Hot Tub, Security, Tennis Courts, Trails
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $415.00
- Association fee frequency
- Quarterly
Schools reported in the listing
- High school
- Dana Hills
- High school district
- Capistrano Unified
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Nearby public schools
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| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Richard Henry Dana Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Dana Point | K–5 | 0.5 mi |
| Dana Hills High (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Dana Point | 9–12 | 0.8 mi |
| John Malcom Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Laguna Niguel | K–5 | 1.5 mi |
| Del Obispo Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · San Juan Capistrano | K–5 | 2.1 mi |
| Marco Forster Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · San Juan Capistrano | 6–8 | 2.2 mi |
| Kinoshita Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · San Juan Capistrano | K–5 | 2.3 mi |
| Palisades Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Capistrano Beach | K–5 | 2.8 mi |
| George White Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Laguna Niguel | K–5 | 3.3 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $2,795,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $2,795,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 06:01 | $2,795,000 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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