$3,800,000

523 W Balboa Blvd Newport Beach, CA 92661

3 beds
3 full
1,815 sqft
0.05 acres
$2,094 / sqft
House

Property details

About 523 W Balboa Blvd

Experience the best of beachside living in this stunning 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom Cape Cod-style home, perfectly positioned just steps from the sand. Offering white-water ocean views, exceptional craftsmanship, and a prime location, this home is an incredible opportunity for coastal luxury at half the price of a front-row property. Designed with quality and attention to detail, the bright and open interior showcases brick accents, detailed millwork, and solid wood flooring, creating a warm yet sophisticated atmosphere. The gourmet kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring custom cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor living with an updated balcony off the living area and a rooftop deck equipped with a spa hook-up, built-in BBQ, sink, and ample space for entertaining or sunset watching. The home is also wired with surround sound and central vacuum throughout, adding to its modern convenience. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a meticulously maintained beachside retreat—where luxury meets location, just a few steps from the ocean.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,815 sqft
Lot size0.0482 Acres
Year built2000
MLS #OC25063114
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceFamily Room
ViewBay, Island, City Lights, Other, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Ocean, Water

Summary

  • MLS Number: OC25063114
  • MLS Name: CRMLS
  • Office Name: E Realty
  • Office Phone: (562) 881-9947
  • Listing Agent: Yazen Haddad

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jul 22, 2020
Home Sold
$2,220,000
Apr 12, 2013
Home Sold
$1,950,000
Dec 03, 2010
Home Sold
$2,000,000
Aug 06, 2003
Home Sold
$1,250,000
Apr 07, 1997
Home Sold
$312,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$2,355,881$25,108
2023$2,309,688$24,519
2022$2,264,400$24,111
2021$2,220,000$23,647
2020$2,195,668$23,477
2019$2,152,616$22,533
2018$2,110,408$22,533
2017$2,069,028$22,134

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

Newport Elementary School

Public District KG-6

0.7 mi

1327 W Balboa Blvd

7

Newport Heights Elementary School

Public District KG-6

1.8 mi

300 E 15th St

7

Mariners Elementary School

Public District KG-6

1.9 mi

2100 Mariners Dr

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $105,357. The most common annual income of people living in Newport Beach, CA is between $100k-200k. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

20%
<35k
28%
35k-100k
38%
100k-200k
14%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

64%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
25%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

5%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
37%
18-34 yrs old
35%
35-64 yrs old
19%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Art MuseumsArt Museums
  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • H&MH&M
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • MercedesMercedes
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 523 W Balboa Blvd

This home is located at 523 W Balboa Blvd in Newport Beach, CA and zip code 92661 in the Central Newport Beach neighborhood. This 1,815 square foot home, which was built in 2000, sits on a 0.05 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $3,800,000.

While more than 14 listings in Newport Beach, CA in March 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 26 listings sold at asking price, and more than 54 were sold below. Between February and March 2025, Newport Beach, CA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 3.8%. Listings spent 43 days on the market in March 2025, and had a median list price of $3,578,461 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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