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1707 E Bay Ave sold on August 28, 2020 for $7,200,000, 8.3% below the $7,850,000 asking price after 377 days on the market; it was first listed at $8,750,000. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.
1707 E Bay Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92661
- 5 beds
- 5 baths
- 3,615 sq ft
- 4,810 sq ft lot
- Built 1928
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$7,200,000
Subdivision Balboa Peninsula Point
26 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $4,575,000
The home
About 1707 E Bay Ave
This magnificent, 1928 Spanish Colonial Revival bayfront Villa was designed by Wallace Neff, the renowned “Architect of California’s Golden Age,” and is a prime example of his mastery for scale and proportion and the romance and theatrical flair that his homes typically embody. Believed to be one of only two homes built by Neff in Orange County, and retaining the best of its finest old world materials including genuine Malibu Pottery tile, thick masonry walls, and heavy hand-hewn beams, the original Villa was completely restored in 2003, adding modern safety, conveniences and luxury; yet, retaining all of its unique charm and historic landmark status. Set on a prime bayfront lot in Balboa’s Peninsula Point neighborhood, with spectacular views of Newport Harbor, the night lights of Fashion Island and all of the activity of the harbor, the home is larger than current code allows and the tallest residential structure on the Peninsula, soaring to four stories, and features an intimate courtyard entry, a lower level game room, a huge outdoor tiled patio with tiled water features, a second floor living area with a fireplace emblazoned with a whimsical crest, an outdoor dining area, an abundant sized period kitchen, a family room with a fireplace, five bedroom suites, a waterfront master suite, a fanciful “crow’s nest” room, a roof top deck and a private pier & slips for two boats, one to 60’. This historic architectural masterpiece is a once in a lifetime opportunity of ownership.
Property details for 1707 E Bay Ave
This 5-bedroom, 5-bath single-family home sits in the Balboa Peninsula Point neighborhood of Newport Beach in Orange County. It has 3,615 square feet of living space on a 4,810-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1928. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 048-232-29. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, beach frontage, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, an updated home, and Spanish architecture.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- LG19188205
- Year Built
- 1928
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 3,615
- Living Area Source
- Public Records
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 4,810
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1104
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full Baths
- 4
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Bay, Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Harbor, Marina, Ocean, Panoramic, Pier, Water
- Parcel Number
- 04823229
- On Market Date
- 2019-08-07
- Zoning
- R1
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Built In Features, Brick Walls, Balcony, Ceramic Counters, Cathedral Ceilings, Elevator, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Tile Counters, Primary Suite
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Barbecue, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Radiant
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Doors
- French Doors
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Spanish
- Exterior Features
- Boat Slip, Dock
- Roof
- Spanish Tile
- Construction
- Brick, Stucco
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Rectangular Lot, Sprinkler System
- Patio and Porch
- Tile
- Parking
- Door Single, Garage
- Fencing
- Wrought Iron
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Balboa Peninsula Point (BLPP)
- Community Features
- Urban, Water Sports
The record
Property History for 1707 E Bay Ave
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2020 | Sold | $7,200,000 | |
| Aug 7, 2019 | Listed for sale | $8,750,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 1707 E Bay Ave
We looked up this home's map point in public government maps. These facts are not part of the MLS listing.
Hazard zones
- Flood zone
Zone X, 0.2 percent annual chance flood hazard. Outside FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area.
FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, FIRM panel 06059C0382K effective March 21, 2019. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
Not in a fire hazard severity zone on the State Fire Marshal's map.
CAL FIRE, State Fire Marshal map for Local Responsibility Areas, March 24, 2025. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Earthquake fault zone
Outside the Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones.
California Geological Survey, Earthquake Fault Zones map, Newport Beach quadrangle, released July 1, 1986. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Liquefaction zone
Inside a Seismic Hazard Zone for liquefaction.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Newport Beach quadrangle, released April 15, 1998. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Landslide zone
Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Newport Beach quadrangle, released April 15, 1998. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Tsunami hazard area
Inside the Tsunami Hazard Area on the State's evacuation planning map.
California Geological Survey and Cal OES, Tsunami Hazard Area map for Orange County (2021). Checked October 15, 2026.
Internet and charging
- Fixed internet
Fiber: AT&T, up to 5,000 Mbps, at 68 of 70 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Spectrum, up to 1,000 Mbps, at 70 of 70. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 67 of 70.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590628001002, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.8 miles away (5 Level 2 ports). 146 public charging ports within 3 miles.
U.S. Department of Energy, Alternative Fuels Data Center. Straight-line distance. Checked October 15, 2026.
These facts are for the listing's map point, which can sit off the lot. A zone line can also cross a lot, and agencies revise their maps. In cities, the fire zone line follows the State Fire Marshal's 2025 map; each city adopts its own map and may add areas. These lines are not a Natural Hazard Disclosure. Check the official maps and the seller's disclosures before you rely on them. Sources for the earthquake zone lines: Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones (2025). Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Seismic Hazard Zones (2025).
Official maps
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About Newport Beach
Set along the Pacific in Orange County, Newport Beach surrounds Newport Harbor, where Balboa Island, Lido Isle, and the Balboa Peninsula frame one of California's largest recreational harbors. The city stretches from the Balboa and Newport piers to Corona del Mar and Fashion Island, within the Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
Balboa Peninsula Point home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 26
- Median price
- $4,575,000
- Median days on market
- 13
- Median per sq ft
- $2,914
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Nov 4, 2025 to Nov 4, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Balboa Peninsula Point sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Miramar | Oct 29, 2026 | $4,850,000 | 2,408 | $2,014 | 0 |
| 449 M Street | Oct 29, 2026 | $3,800,000 | 1,174 | $3,237 | 12 |
| 2012 E Ocean Boulevard | Sep 28, 2026 | $3,650,000 | 1,643 | $2,222 | 8 |
| 503 L Street | Sep 22, 2026 | $6,600,000 | 3,148 | $2,097 | 93 |
| 1730 E Ocean Boulevard | Sep 18, 2026 | $4,200,000 | 2,100 | $2,000 | 110 |
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Schools
School District for 1707 E Bay Ave
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The MLS record lists the school district as Newport Mesa Unified.
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Listed by Steve High of Villa Real Estate
Listing information updated Jun 27, 2026 at 1:39 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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