About 33891 Malaga Drive
Rarely does a home come to market that tells a story as compelling as 33891 Malaga Drive. Located in the heart of the historic Lantern Village on a very desirable double lot (lots 26 & 27), this property is a unique offering on so many levels. One of the earliest dwellings built in the area in 1946, the home has been lovingly cared for over the decades. Since acquired by its current owners in 2014, this charming residence has been comprehensively reimagined inside & out-transformed with the care & intentionality of a newer build while preserving the charm & character that only an older home can provide. Over the past decade, the owners have invested in nearly every system & surface: a designer kitchen anchored by professional Thermador appliances & custom cabinetry, a spa-caliber primary suite created by opening the floor plan & finishing it with quartz, bespoke cabinetry, & a CA Closets system. Fully remodeled bathrooms on both levels, dedicated home theater, new Milgard windows, new exterior siding, new CertainTeed roof with Velux skylight, new gas logs in 2/3 fireplaces, new tankless water heater, a hardwood Timber Tech entry deck, custom stair railings, refinished Douglas Fir hardwood flooring upstairs-among many other improvements. The result is a property that delivers the turn-key finish & elevated detail of a highly-remodeled home, set against the backdrop of one of OC’s most sought-after coastal communities. A massive double lot offers ample outdoor space including two large/flat artificially-turfed areas front & back, a deck with covered spa, several patios including street-level - perfect for fireside lounging, and a rustic-country gravel lounging area in the backyard. A wrapping driveway offers uncommon private parking for multiple vehicles (6+) on site & leads to a rare 3-car garage. Other values include solar power, reimagined hard & softscaping, fireplaces on all three levels, whole-house fan & water softener. Ideally located within minutes walking to miles of coastal beach trails & access, nearby the Lantern District town center with multiple restaurants & shopping, the local farmers' market among other fun community events, walkable to the Dana Point Harbor (major renovations in process), great surf nearby at Doheny State Beach & Salt Creek, parks, & truly amazing year-round weather. An updated storybook home located in the highly-desired Lantern District on a double lot - this is truly a rare find!
Features of 33891 Malaga Drive
| MLS® # | OC26071953 |
|---|---|
| Price | $2,595,000 |
| Sold Price | $2,715,000 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 3.00 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 2,706 |
| Lot Sqft | 8,000 |
| Acres | 0.18 |
| Year Built | 1946 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Cape Cod, Cottage, Custom |
| Status | Closed |
| # Of Units | 1 |
Community Information
| Address | 33891 Malaga Drive |
|---|---|
| Area | LT - Lantern Village |
| Subdivision | Lantern Village Central (LDC) |
| City | Dana Point |
| County | Orange |
| Zip Code | 92629 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Cable Available, Phone Available |
|---|---|
| Parking Spaces | 9 |
| Parking | Door-Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Oversized, Private, One Space, Concrete, Driveway Down Slope From Street, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, On Site, RV Potential, Side By Side |
| # of Garages | 3 |
| Garages | Door-Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Oversized, Private, One Space, Concrete, Driveway Down Slope From Street, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, On Site, RV Potential, Side By Side |
| View | Neighborhood |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Waterfront | Ocean Side Of Freeway |
| Has Pool | No |
| Pool | None |
Interior
| Interior | Carpet, Tile, Wood |
|---|---|
| Interior Features | Breakfast Bar, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s), Balcony, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Country Kitchen, Crown Molding, Granite Counters, In-Law Floorplan, Paneling/Wainscoting, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Wired for Sound |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Dryer, Washer, Free-Standing Range, Freezer, Gas Oven, High Efficiency Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, SixBurnerStove, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Softener, Water To Refrigerator |
| Heating | Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Attic Fan, Whole House Fan |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Finished, Sump Pump |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Gas Starter, Living Room, Gas, Raised Hearth, Recreation Room, See Remarks |
| # of Stories | 3 |
| Stories | Multi/Split |
Exterior
| Exterior | Drywall, Glass, Stucco, Brick, Concrete, HardiPlank Type, Plaster |
|---|---|
| Exterior Features | Rain Gutters, Lighting |
| Lot Description | Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Street Level, Yard, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Gentle Sloping, Near Park, Rectangular Lot, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers Timer, Trees, Walkstreet, ZeroToOneUnitAcre |
| Windows | Bay Window(s), Custom Covering(s), Drapes, French/Mullioned, Insulated Windows, Low Emissivity Windows, Screens, Skylight(s) |
| Roof | Composition |
| Construction | Drywall, Glass, Stucco, Brick, Concrete, HardiPlank Type, Plaster |
| Foundation | Raised, Combination, Concrete Perimeter, Pillar/Post/Pier |
School Information
| District | Capistrano Unified |
|---|---|
| Elementary | R.H. Dana |
| Middle | Marco Forester |
| High | Dana Hills |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | April 6th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Date Sold | May 4th, 2026 |
| Days on Market | 7 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Agent | Christian Wach |
|---|---|
| Office | Talavera Real Estate |