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201 E Bay Avenue sold on March 28, 2017 for $2,575,000, at the asking price after 68 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.

201 E Bay Avenue, Newport Beach, CA 92661
- 4 beds
- 5 baths
- 2,500 sq ft
- 2,280 sq ft lot
- Built 2012
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Subdivision Balboa Peninsula (Residential)
27 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $7,300,000
The home
About 201 E Bay Avenue
The best of both worlds! Just steps from the beach and the bay this newer construction Cape Cod inspired home is sited on a sunny corner lot and features a comfortable, classic coastal decor. Constructed in 2012 by Joe Lippnik - a name synonymous with the highest level of building quality and craftsmanship -this turn key property functions perfectly as either a vacation home or full time residence. Offering four en-suite bedrooms, one of which resides on the first floor, the home is built to accommodate an abundance of friends and family at the beach! Crisp white bead board and crown molding detail provide a striking contrast to the richly stained, plank hardwood floors throughout the home. With a welcoming Dutch door entry the foyer leads to the great room living, dining and kitchen areas, all of which open onto the sunny front patio, perfect for BBQ’s and social summer fun. Upstairs the gracious master suite is highlighted by a private terrace, fireplace, finely detailed spa bath and walk-in closet. Two additional guest bedroom suites, each with adjoining terrace, and a cozy den area complete the second level. Incredible third floor roof top terrace provides a panorama of endless views. From city lights and snow capped mountains in the distance, to glorious sunsets and a peek of the ocean, the living and entertaining possibilities are endless. Additional amenities include separate laundry room, household audio, storage, and large 2 car garage with separate golf cart stall.
Property details for 201 E Bay Avenue
This 4-bedroom, 5-bath single-family home sits in the Balboa Peninsula (Residential) neighborhood of Newport Beach in Orange County. It has 2,500 square feet of living space. The home was built in 2012. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 048-091-01. Highlights include peek-a-boo panoramic and water views, a fireplace, an attached three-car garage, central air, a turnkey home, and Cape Cod architecture.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- NP17012460
- Year Built
- 2012
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,500
- Living Area Source
- Public Records
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 2,280
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 4
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Parking Spaces
- 3
- View
- City Lights, Mountains, Neighborhood, Panoramic, Peek A Boo, Water
- Parcel Number
- 04809101
- On Market Date
- 2017-01-19
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Balcony, Chair Rail, Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Paneling Wainscoting, Stone Counters, Storage, Smart Home, Wired For Data, Wired For Sound, Bedroom On Main Level, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Built In Range, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Indoor Grill, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Trash Compactor
- Flooring
- Carpet, Wood
- Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Great Room, Primary Bedroom, See Remarks
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room, See Remarks
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Blinds
- Accessibility
- See Remarks
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Cape Cod
- Exterior Features
- Barbecue
- Lot Features
- Corner Lot
- Patio and Porch
- Deck, Patio, Rooftop, Terrace
- Parking
- Door Multi, Direct Access, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Balboa Peninsula (Residential) (BALP)
- Community Features
- Storm Drains, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Urban, Marina
- Security
- Security System, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 201 E Bay Avenue
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 28, 2017 | Sold | $2,575,000 | |
| Jan 19, 2017 | Listed for sale | $2,575,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 201 E Bay Avenue
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 20 of 20 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Spectrum, up to 1,000 Mbps, at 20 of 20. DSL: AT&T, up to 10 Mbps, at 3 of 20.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590628003008, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.0 miles away (Tesla Destination, 1 Level 2 port). 156 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 (Residential) home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 27
- Median price
- $7,300,000
- Median days on market
- 35
- Median per sq ft
- $2,501
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 (Residential) sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1123 E Balboa | Oct 25, 2026 | $10,900,000 | 2,851 | $3,823 | 36 |
| 915 W Bay Avenue | Oct 19, 2026 | $4,921,000 | 2,270 | $2,168 | 3 |
| 3603 Lake Avenue | Oct 5, 2026 | $4,550,000 | 2,200 | $2,068 | 0 |
| 1440 W Bay Avenue | Sep 9, 2026 | $9,125,000 | 3,264 | $2,796 | 0 |
| 3601 Lake Avenue | Sep 4, 2026 | $4,500,000 | 2,200 | $2,045 | 7 |
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Schools
Schools for 201 E Bay Avenue
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Newport
- Middle
- Ensign
- High
- Newport Harbor
- District
- Newport Mesa Unified
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Listed by Tara Foster Shapiro of HOM Sotheby's International Re
Listing information updated Apr 30, 2021 at 9:19 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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