Sold
22 Observatory sold on January 6, 2016 for $3,380,000, 3.4% below the $3,499,000 asking price after 47 days on the market; it was first listed at $3,599,000. The details are below for reference.
22 Observatory, Newport Coast, CA 92657
- 4 beds
- 4 baths
- 3,350 sq ft
- 10,306 sq ft lot
- Built 2006
Own 22 Observatory? Request a free home valuation to see what it is worth today.
$3,380,000
Subdivision Cypress
The home
About 22 Observatory
This is a once in a lifetime opportunity...truly a special home. SINGLE LEVEL HOME is located on one of the most sought after private parcels in the development with spectacular 270 degree Catalina Island, Ocean, City Lights and Canyon views. This stunning and sophisticated home has almost 3400 square feet of gracious living space sitting on a private lot with over 10,000 sq ft. One of the very best locations and views in the entire development. Large open spaces with high ceilings enhance the living experience. Spacious master bedroom suite has been expanded to include a separate retreat area. Gorgeous Mediterranean designed SINGLE LEVEL home offers designer appointments throughout and will make you feel as though you have stepped inside Architectural Digest Magazine. The great room encompasses both the living room and dining room areas. Gourmet kitchen includes top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and custom cabinets. French doors open to the charming and spacious gardens and custom designed resort-style pool and spa with water feature, cabana and expansive covered patio. All perfect for entertaining or intimate alfresco dining. Pacific Ridge offers a grand pool and is located close to the beach and high-end shopping areas.
Property details for 22 Observatory
This 4-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in the Cypress neighborhood of Newport Coast in Orange County. It has 3,350 square feet of living space on a 10,306-square-foot lot. The home was built in 2006. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 478-463-11. Highlights include ocean and Catalina views, a private pool and spa, a fireplace, single-story living, a guard-gated community, and an attached two-car garage.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- NP15222872
- Year Built
- 2006
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 3,350
- Living Area Source
- Estimated
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 10,306
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.237
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 3
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 6
- View
- Catalina, City Lights, Canyon, Hills, Mountains, Ocean, Panoramic
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $426
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- Parcel Number
- 47846311
- On Market Date
- 2015-10-10
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Built In Features, Cathedral Ceilings, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Wired For Data, Wired For Sound, All Bedrooms Down, Entrance Foyer, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Built In Range, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Indoor Grill, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Flooring
- Stone, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows, French Mullioned
- Doors
- French Doors
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Mediterranean
- Exterior Features
- Awnings, Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Barrel
- Construction
- Frame
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Cul De Sac, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front
- Patio and Porch
- Covered, Stone
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage
- Fencing
- Glass, Masonry, Privacy
- Pool Features
- Filtered, Heated, Private, Association
- Spa
- Association, In Ground, Private
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Sewer Available, Sewer Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Faces
- Northeast
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Cypress (PRCP)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Association Amenities
- Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Pool, Spa Hot Tub
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire Detection System, Fire Sprinkler System, Gated With Guard, Twenty Four Hour Security, Smoke Detectors, Security Guard
The record
Property History for 22 Observatory
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 6, 2016 | Sold | $3,380,000 | |
| Oct 10, 2015 | Listed for sale | $3,599,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
Added by Realatrends Real Estate
Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 22 Observatory
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 06059C0406J effective December 3, 2009. 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
Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.
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
Fiber: Google Fiber, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 87 of 88 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 87 of 88. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 75 of 88.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626436002, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.2 miles away (ChargePoint, 1 Level 2 port). 11 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
Next steps
Looking for something similar
22 Observatory is no longer on the market, but comparable homes come up in Newport Coast regularly. We can tell you what this one actually closed at and set up alerts for listings that match it.
Selling near 22 Observatory
Thinking of selling nearby? We bring current Cypress sales data and a clear pricing strategy to every listing, backed by more than 700 closed sales and over $1B in Orange County volume. Start with a free home valuation, or reach out to talk through your options.
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, Oct 31, 2025 to Oct 31, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Newport Coast sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Tidal Surf | Oct 30, 2026 | $3,850,000 | 2,800 | $1,375 | 80 |
| 14 Clearview | Oct 9, 2026 | $8,350,000 | 4,598 | $1,816 | 17 |
| 50 Tidal Surf | Oct 8, 2026 | $4,600,000 | 2,964 | $1,552 | 0 |
| 11 Bellevue | Oct 7, 2026 | $3,400,000 | 2,530 | $1,344 | 82 |
| 1 Ocean Bluff | Sep 30, 2026 | $15,795,000 | 5,045 | $3,131 | 6 |
Schools
School District for 22 Observatory
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Newport Mesa Unified.
Living in Newport Coast covers its schools, parks and beaches.
Nearby listings
Similar Homes for Sale in Newport Coast
Nearby sales
Recently Sold Near 22 Observatory
Just listed
Newest Newport Coast Homes for Sale
Explore
Explore Newport Coast Real Estate
See every home for sale in Newport Coast, or search the full Orange County MLS on our live homes search. Questions about 22 Observatory? Talk to Realatrends.
- Newport Coast Homes for Sale
- Cypress Homes for Sale
- Newport Coast Single-Family Homes for Sale
- Newport Coast Homes with Pools for Sale
- Newport Coast Ocean View Homes for Sale
- Newport Coast vs Newport Beach
- Newport Coast vs Corona del Mar
- Newport Coast Open Houses
- Crystal Cove Beaches
- Newport Coast Schools
- Newport Coast Selling a Home in Newport Coast
- Newport Coast Buying a Home in Newport Coast
- Orange County Real Estate
Explore Orange County
Browse Homes by City
Listing alerts
Be first to see new Newport Coast listings
What criteria are you looking for?
New Newport Coast homes by email, often before they reach the big portals.
You are all set.
Listed by Andrew Karigan of Teles Properties, Inc.
Listing information updated Jul 23, 2023 at 7:07 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
This information is for your personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties you may be interested in purchasing. The display of MLS data is usually deemed reliable but is NOT guaranteed accurate by the MLS. Buyers are responsible for verifying the accuracy of all information and should investigate the data themselves or retain appropriate professionals. Information from sources other than the Listing Agent may have been included in the MLS data. Unless otherwise specified in writing, the Broker/Agent has not and will not verify any information obtained from other sources. The Broker/Agent providing the information contained herein may or may not have been the Listing and/or Selling Agent.