23846 Kara Bay, Dana Point, CA 92629
23846 Kara Bay, Dana Point, CA 92629
Property Description
**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.**
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Comparative Market Analysis
Luxury Tier · 5 active · 5 closed
Dana Point · Single Family Residence
Listed 4.9% below the median closed sale of $2,940,000. Price per sqft ($1,933) is a 18% premium to closed comps ($1,645). Closed comps sold at 101% of list — strong seller's market. Luxury tier — fewer comparable sales widen the confidence range.
Price Position
Aligned with the market — fair pricing for the comps.
Active Properties (5)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35725 Beach Road | Dana Point | 1960 | 3 | 2 | 1,505 | 2,680 | $3,488 | $5.25M | 84 | 80 |
| 25101 Danalaurel | Dana Point | 1986 | 3 | 3 | 1,837 | 4,000 | $979 | $1.80M | 31 | 79 |
| 33932 Malaga Dr. | Dana Point | 1955 | 4 | 3 | 1,696 | 4,000 | $1,179 | $2.00M | 49 | 78 |
| 33462 Spinnaker Drive | Dana Point | 1972 | 3 | 2 | 1,262 | 5,500 | $1,981 | $2.50M | 69 | 78 |
| 28 Saint Kitts | Dana Point | 1986 | 3 | 3 | 1,955 | 4,200 | $1,023 | $2.00M | 83 | 76 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 3.2 | 2.6 | 1,651 | 4,076 | $1,730 | $2.71M | 63.2 | |||
| Median | 1,696 | $2.00M | ||||||||
Closed Properties (5)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23862 Bothnia | Dana Point | 1972 | 08/31/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,684 | 4,050 | $3.35M | $3.20M | $1,900 | 0.96 | 32 | 86 |
| 34595 Calle Portola | Dana Point | 1975 | 07/30/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,368 | 4,891 | $1.53M | $1.50M | $1,096 | 0.98 | 47 | 84 |
| 24101 Windward | Dana Point | 1972 | 09/09/2026 | 2 | 3 | 1,504 | 3,678 | $2.95M | $2.94M | $1,955 | 1.00 | 39 | 83 |
| 33795 Vista Grande | Dana Point | 1977 | 09/04/2026 | 2 | 2 | 1,625 | 4,463 | $3.50M | $3.33M | $2,049 | 0.95 | 80 | 82 |
| 34041 El Encanto | Dana Point | 1949 | 07/24/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,235 | 4,510 | $1.30M | $1.51M | $1,227 | 1.17 | 45 | 81 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 2.6 | 2.2 | 1,483.2 | 4,318.4 | $2.50M | $2.50M | $1,645.4 | — | 48.6 | ||||
| Median | 1,504 | $2.94M | $2.94M | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.