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221 E Bay Front sold on August 31, 2017 for $6,350,000, 8.3% below the $6,925,000 asking price after 154 days on the market; it was first listed at $7,500,000. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
221 E Bay Front, Newport Beach, CA 92662
- 2 beds
- 4 baths
- 2,818 sq ft
- 2,550 sq ft lot
- Built 2012
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$6,350,000
Subdivision Balboa Island - Little Island
7 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $4,500,000
The home
About 221 E Bay Front
This iconic bay front home is located on picturesque Little Balboa Island. Designed by local architect Ian Harrison, it is reminiscent of Northwestern lighthouses. Located on beautiful Newport Harbor it features the very finest in quality materials, exquisite detail and the latest in technology. Enter the first level through leaded glass Dutch doors. The first floor den/family room features a full service bar area, a cozy fireplace and a wall of glass that opens to the an expansive stone paved, heated and covered patio. An ensuite guest bedroom, temperature controlled wine cellar and large laundry room complete the first level. A craftsman style curved staircase leads to the second level where you will find the main living area with abundant seating areas and another glass wall leading to a heated and covered view deck. The gourmet kitchen with state-of-the-art appliances and butler's pantry will be found here along with the open dining area. The master suite provides a sitting area/office space, walk-in closet and grand master bath with spa tub, heated floors and in-mirror TV. A beautiful powder room completes this floor. Continuing up, the third level offers a second office space, a powder room and a fabulous roof deck complete with hot tub, fireplace and stainless appliances. The views are inspiring. A convenient elevator services all levels. The boat dock will accommodate a large yacht with room for a bay boat and additional water toys.
Property details for 221 E Bay Front
This 2-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in the Balboa Island - Little Island neighborhood of Newport Beach in Orange County. It has 2,818 square feet of living space. The home was built in 2012. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 050-193-30. Highlights include harbor and bay views, bay frontage, a spa, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, and central air.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- NP17028426
- Year Built
- 2012
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,818
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 2,550
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Bay, City Lights, Harbor, Marina, Panoramic, Water
- Parcel Number
- 05019330
- On Market Date
- 2017-02-10
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Balcony, Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, Cathedral Ceilings, Central Vacuum, Elevator, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Smart Home, Bar, Wired For Sound, Bedroom On Main Level, Primary Suite, Wine Cellar
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Built In Range, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Indoor Grill, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
- Flooring
- Carpet, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air, Dual
- Fireplace
- Den, Family Room, Outside
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Cape Cod
- Exterior Features
- Boat Slip, Dock
- Construction
- Cement Siding
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Landscaped
- Patio and Porch
- Covered, Deck, Patio, Rooftop, Stone
- Parking
- Direct Access, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- Above Ground, Bath, Roof Top
- Sewer
- Sewer Tap Paid
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Balboa Island - Little Island (BALL)
- Community Features
- Storm Drains, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Security
- Security System, Closed Circuit Cameras, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 221 E Bay Front
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2017 | Sold | $6,350,000 | |
| Feb 10, 2017 | Listed for sale | $7,500,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Map Facts for 221 E Bay Front
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.
- 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 28 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Spectrum, up to 1,000 Mbps, at 28 of 28. DSL: AT&T, up to 10 Mbps, at 2 of 28.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590630062016, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.5 miles away (ChargePoint, 2 Level 2 ports). 175 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. 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 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 Island - Little Island home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 7
- Median price
- $4,500,000
- Median days on market
- 30
- Median per sq ft
- $2,197
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Nov 1, 2025 to Nov 1, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| 1610 Park Avenue | Sep 10, 2026 | $2,300,000 | 1,008 | $2,282 | 112 |
| 214 Abalone Avenue | Jul 23, 2026 | $5,500,000 | 2,760 | $1,993 | 137 |
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Schools
School District for 221 E Bay Front
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The MLS record lists the school district as Newport Mesa Unified.
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Listed by Lynn Noah of Surterre Properties Inc.
Listing information updated Apr 30, 2021 at 9:25 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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