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19 Shell Beach sold on July 31, 2015 for $17,500,000, 12.3% below the $19,950,000 asking price after 481 days on the market; it was first listed at $21,800,000. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.

19 Shell Beach, Newport Coast, CA 92657
- 6 beds
- 11 baths
- 11,878 sq ft
- 0.46-acre lot
- Built 2013
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The home
About 19 Shell Beach
Savor boundless ocean vistas from this European masterwork in the distinguished sanctuary of Crystal Cove. Custom built in 2013 by Pridemark and designed by renowned architect Richard Krantz, the extraordinary, three-level, Mediterranean-style estate encompasses approximately 11,878 square feet of living space punctuated by expansive Albertini sliding glass doors in the great room offering picturesque ocean, Catalina, Newport Harbor and coastline views. Resort-inspired grounds lend way to outdoor covered loggias with fireplaces, saltwater pool and spa, and unparalleled landscapes by Greg Grisamore. Inside this refined estate — with interiors designed by Robert Ricker —discover six bedroom suites (including a main-level master suite); two offices; a world-class gourmet kitchen with separate catering kitchen; billiard room; fitness room with sauna and steam shower; beauty salon and massage room, 18-person home theater designed by Audio Visions; Savant home automation system; wine cellar; elevator; and 9-car clear-span subterranean garage. Access to the exclusive Crystal Cove amenities, including 24-hour guard gate, swimming, fitness and tennis facilities, playgrounds, the region’s best schools and Crystal Cove State Park.
Property details for 19 Shell Beach
This 6-bedroom, 11-bath single-family home sits in Newport Coast in Orange County. It has 11,878 square feet of living space on a 0.46-acre lot. The home was built in 2013. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 477-261-33. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a private pool and spa, a fireplace, a guard-gated community, an attached nine-car garage, and central air.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- NP14069126
- Year Built
- 2013
- Builder
- Pridemark
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 11,878
- Living Area Source
- Estimated
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 20,081
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.461
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Full Baths
- 6
- Half Baths
- 3
- Garage Spaces
- 9
- Parking Spaces
- 9
- View
- Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Golf Course, Harbor, Ocean, Panoramic, Water
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $903
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- Parcel Number
- 47726133
- On Market Date
- 2014-04-04
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Wet Bar, Breakfast Area, Crown Molding, Central Vacuum, Separate Formal Dining Room, Elevator, Furnished, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Storage, Smart Home, Bar, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Utility Room, Walk In Pantry, Wine Cellar, Walk In Closets, Workshop
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Built In Range, Barbecue, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Indoor Grill, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Softener, Vented Exhaust Fan, Warming Drawer, Water Purifier
- Flooring
- Stone, Wood
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Great Room, Library, Primary Bedroom, Outside
- Laundry
- Laundry Chute, Inside, Laundry Room
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Custom Coverings, Drapes, Wood Frames
- Doors
- Double Door Entry, French Doors, Insulated Doors, Sliding Doors
- Accessibility
- Accessible Elevator Installed
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Custom, Mediterranean
- Exterior Features
- Barbecue, Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Spanish Tile
- Construction
- Stone, Stucco, Copper Plumbing
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Planned Unit Development, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System
- Patio and Porch
- Covered, Stone, Terrace
- Parking
- Door Single, Underground, Garage, Oversized, Private, Storage
- Fencing
- Excellent Condition, New Condition, Security
- Pool Features
- Heated, In Ground, Private, Association
- Spa
- Heated, In Ground, Private
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Sewer Available
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Community Features
- Sidewalks, Gated
- Association Amenities
- Fitness Center, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Security, Tennis Courts
- Security
- Security System, Fire Sprinkler System, Gated With Guard, Gated Community, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 19 Shell Beach
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2015 | Sold | $17,500,000 | |
| Apr 4, 2014 | Listed for sale | $21,800,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 19 Shell Beach
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, area of minimal flood hazard. Outside FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area.
FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, FIRM panel 06059C0404K effective March 21, 2019. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, Local Responsibility Area.
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. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Liquefaction zone
Outside the liquefaction zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Laguna Beach quadrangle, released April 15, 1998. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Landslide zone
Inside a Seismic Hazard Zone for earthquake-induced landslides.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Laguna Beach quadrangle, released April 15, 1998. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Tsunami hazard area
Outside 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
Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 257 of 259 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Xfinity, up to 1,200 Mbps, at 1 of 259. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 241 of 259.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626431007, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.8 miles away (ChargePoint, 1 Level 2 port). 15 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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The neighborhood
About Newport Coast
Master-planned by the Irvine Company in the 1990s, Newport Coast climbs the San Joaquin Hills along Newport Coast Drive within the City of Newport Beach, set above Crystal Cove State Park and its historic beach cottages. The community takes in the Pelican Hill enclaves and resort, and falls within the Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
Newport Coast home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 82
- Median price
- $8,875,000
- Median days on market
- 33
- Median per sq ft
- $1,705
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Nov 4, 2025 to Nov 4, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
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Schools
School District for 19 Shell Beach
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The MLS record lists the school district as Laguna Beach Unified.
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Listed by Andre White of HOM Sotheby's International Re
Listing information updated Jul 25, 2023 at 8:03 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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