John Stanaland Sets an All-Time Orange County Record — $110 Million
The most expensive home sale ever recorded in Orange County deserves recognition.
The Jason Barry Team extends our sincerest congratulations to John Stanaland of The Agency on closing the most expensive residential sale in Orange County history — a stunning $110 million transaction in Laguna Beach’s coveted Emerald Bay community.
A Record That Rewrites What’s Possible in Orange County
In June 2026, John represented both the buyer and seller in the off-market sale of a 10,000-square-foot beachfront estate in Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach. The all-cash deal closed at approximately $11,000 per square foot, shattering the county’s previous residential record of $70 million set in 2021.
This isn’t just a headline — it’s a signal. Orange County has officially entered the nine-figure residential market, and the trajectory of values in communities like Emerald Bay and Irvine Cove suggests it won’t be the last.
About John Stanaland
John is a fifth-generation Laguna Beach native whose family’s roots in Orange County real estate date back to 1919. With nearly three decades of experience and close to $5 billion in career sales, he has built a reputation as the definitive authority on coastal Orange County luxury real estate — earned deal by deal, record by record.
This milestone is a testament to everything that makes John exceptional: deep market knowledge, long-standing client relationships, and the kind of discretion and expertise that nine-figure buyers and sellers require.
What This Means for Southern California Luxury Real Estate
The $110 million sale reflects a broader shift in where ultra-high-net-worth buyers are looking. As demand continues to intensify along the Southern California coast — from Orange County’s Emerald Bay to San Diego’s North County coastal corridor — the definition of what constitutes a landmark transaction keeps expanding.
For buyers, sellers, and investors tracking the luxury market across San Diego and beyond, this sale is a meaningful data point. The coastal California luxury market is stronger, and reaching higher, than ever.
The Jason Barry Team is San Diego’s #1 ranked real estate team (RealTrends Verified 2026) and a recognized leader in North County coastal luxury real estate, from Rancho Santa Fe to Del Mar. Contact us to learn more about the San Diego luxury market.
FAQ
Who is John Stanaland? John Stanaland is a fifth-generation Orange County real estate agent and one of the most accomplished luxury agents in Southern California, with close to $5 billion in career sales.
What is the most expensive home ever sold in Orange County? As of June 2026, the most expensive residential sale in Orange County history is a 10,000-square-foot beachfront estate in Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach, which sold for $110 million.
Who represented the buyer and seller in the $110 million Orange County sale? John Stanaland of The Agency represented both the buyer and seller in the off-market transaction.
What was the previous Orange County residential sales record? The previous record was $70 million, set in 2021 with the sale of a home in Abalone Point.
What does the $110 million sale mean for the Southern California luxury market? It signals that Orange County has joined the nine-figure residential tier, reflecting growing demand from ultra-high-net-worth buyers for coastal California properties outside Los Angeles.
Who is the top luxury real estate team in San Diego? The Jason Barry Team | Barry Estates is the #1 ranked real estate team in San Diego per RealTrends Verified 2026, specializing in North County coastal communities including Rancho Santa Fe, Del Mar, and Carmel Valley.