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Three Arch Bay

A guard-gated South Laguna enclave with a private cove, sea caves, and a village-like community feel.

Living in Three Arch Bay

Three Arch Bay — known locally as TAB — is a beloved guard-gated community in South Laguna Beach, built around a private cove famous for its sea caves, tide pools, and dramatic rock formations. With roughly 450 homes, it blends the security of a gated enclave with a warm, family-oriented, village-like atmosphere.

You’ll find everything from original 1930s cottages around $3M to newly built oceanfront estates above $20M. Residents enjoy a private beach, a community park and clubhouse, and one of the strongest community cultures in Laguna — all just above Aliso Beach and South Laguna’s shops and restaurants.

What sets Three Arch Bay apart

  • Guard-gated entry and private beach cove
  • Sea caves, tide pools, and rock formations
  • Community park and clubhouse
  • Strong, family-oriented community
  • Mix of vintage cottages and modern estates
  • Near Aliso Beach and South Laguna village

What buyers should know

Homes range from roughly $3M for cottages needing updating to $20M+ for oceanfront estates. Turnkey and view homes are especially competitive, and inventory is limited, so buyers should be ready to move when the right property comes up.

Schools

Three Arch Bay is served by the top-rated Laguna Beach Unified School District, with El Morro Elementary, Thurston Middle, and Laguna Beach High — a strong draw for the many families who call TAB home.

Lifestyle

The heart of Three Arch Bay is its private beach and cove — ideal for swimming, tide-pooling, and exploring sea caves — complemented by a community park, clubhouse, and a full calendar of neighborhood events.

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Three Arch Bay Real Estate FAQs

Quick answers to the questions buyers, sellers, and prospective Dana Point residents ask most.

How much do homes cost in Three Arch Bay?

Three Arch Bay homes typically range from about $3M for original cottages to $20M+ for oceanfront estates, depending on location and views.

Is Three Arch Bay gated?

Yes — Three Arch Bay is a guard-gated community with a private beach cove known for its sea caves and tide pools, plus a community park and clubhouse.

What schools serve Three Arch Bay?

It is part of the top-rated Laguna Beach Unified School District: El Morro Elementary, Thurston Middle, and Laguna Beach High.

What is Three Arch Bay known for?

TAB is known for its private cove and sea caves, its guard-gated privacy, and one of the strongest, most family-oriented community cultures in Laguna Beach.

Is Three Arch Bay a good place to live?

Yes — residents love the combination of gated privacy, a private beach, an active community, and quick access to Aliso Beach and South Laguna dining.