
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 9.2% above the median closed sale of $2,450,000. Price per sqft ($1,850) is a 12% premium to closed comps ($1,652). Closed comps sold at 101% of list — strong seller's market. Luxury tier — fewer comparable sales widen the confidence range.
Price Position
Positioned above the market — commands a premium.
Active Properties (5)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33462 Spinnaker Drive | Dana Point | 1972 | 3 | 2 | 1,262 | 5,500 | $1,900 | $2.40M | 89 | 84 |
| 24241 Porto Nuovo | Dana Point | 1977 | 2 | 2 | 1,625 | 7,264 | $1,537 | $2.50M | 9 | 79 |
| 27 Palm Beach Court | Dana Point | 1985 | 3 | 3 | 2,472 | 3,500 | $1,011 | $2.50M | 151 | 74 |
| 33781 Pequito Drive | Dana Point | 1978 | 4 | 3 | 2,574 | 7,000 | $913 | $2.35M | 37 | 60 |
| 33871 Calle La Primavera | Dana Point | 2017 | 4 | 5 | 2,946 | 5,478 | $874 | $2.58M | 26 | 55 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 3.2 | 3.0 | 2,175.8 | 5,748.4 | $1,247 | $2.46M | 62.4 | |||
| Median | 2,472 | $2.50M | ||||||||
Closed Properties (5)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33901 El Encanto Avenue | Dana Point | 1929 | 09/30/2026 | 2 | 2 | 1,328 | 4,750 | $2.19M | $2.41M | $1,815 | 1.10 | 19 | 91 |
| 24101 Windward | Dana Point | 1972 | 09/09/2026 | 2 | 3 | 1,504 | 3,678 | $2.95M | $2.94M | $1,955 | 1.00 | 40 | 86 |
| 24232 Porto Nuovo | Dana Point | 1977 | 05/04/2026 | 2 | 2 | 1,625 | 4,516 | $2.35M | $2.35M | $1,446 | 1.00 | 76 | 83 |
| 24242 Porto Verde | Dana Point | 1977 | 07/27/2026 | 2 | 2 | 1,625 | 6,454 | $2.50M | $2.50M | $1,535 | 1.00 | 95 | 81 |
| 83 Palm Beach Court | Dana Point | 1986 | 11/12/2025 | 2 | 2 | 1,624 | 5,800 | $2.55M | $2.45M | $1,509 | 0.96 | 80 | 77 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 2.0 | 2.2 | 1,541.2 | 5,039.6 | $2.53M | $2.53M | $1,652 | — | 62 | ||||
| Median | 1,624 | $2.45M | $2.45M | ||||||||||
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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.