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4010 River Avenue sold on May 10, 2023 for $6,850,000. The details are below for reference.

DuplexSold · May 10, 2023

4010 River Avenue, Newport Beach, CA 92663

  • 2,800 sq ft
  • Built 1948

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$6,850,000

MLS# NP21195146

The home

About 4010 River Avenue

THIS RARE WATERFRONT GEM is one of the top luxury short-term vacation rental getaways in all of Newport Beach. The exceptional offering is completely turnkey and ready for a new owner to step right into an instant flow of year-round income. PRIVATE OVER-SIZED DOCK, Reissue of 2- COVETED SHORT TERM LODGING PERMITS (STLP) and 1- adjacent MOORING PERMIT transfer are included. The property is WELL-MAINTAINED, FULLY FURNISHED and upgraded throughout, melding today's modern luxuries with a balance of elegance and casual coastal living accommodations that meet demanding expectations of even the most discerning guests. A convenient locale allows easy access to all Newport Harbor waterways and beyond for boaters, paddleboarding or kayakers and is just steps or a bike ride away from everything the famed Balboa Peninsula has to offer; the beach for some of the best surf around, beautiful parks, art galleries, upscale boutiques, fine dining and night life, while providing exclusive privacy and tranquility of a quaint residential community living experience. The RARE CORNER LOT leverages E/W exposure into both units, while an adjoining tropical garden extends a greater sense of privacy and space. BOTH UNITS FEATURE 3 BRs, 2 BAs, sweeping bay views overlooking the Rivo Alto canal, alfresco dining, natural gas BBQ grill, sunning/lounging/entertainment areas, fire pit, spacious rooms with casual and comfortable furnishings, well-appointed kitchen, HVAC system, natural gas fireplace in living room & each a private 1 car garage. LOWER UNIT-Sleeps 8- Approx. 1,291 sq.ft., lg. teak-like patio deck leading to private dock. UPPER UNIT-Sleeps 8- Approx. 1,509 sq.ft., lg. cantilevered deck. Occupy 1 unit (full or part-time) and rent the other, or rent both. This amazing owner-operated VRBO STL business was methodically designed and built by the sellers with two goals in mind: 1)to run a lucrative, efficient, streamlined business that would consistently deliver the finest available in STL, 2)to be rated as a top vacation rental in Newport Beach; they have achieved both. Neighborhood utilities were recently undergrounded. This meticulously curated and attractive business investment comes with all furnishings, including operational/replacement items on hand, recreational bay/beach toys, and impressive number of 2023 bookings. Read all reviews on VRBO. This unique TURNKEY investment strategy awaits just one fortunate investor; will you be the one?

Property details for 4010 River Avenue

This duplex sits in Newport Beach in Orange County. It has 2,800 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1948. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 423-302-01. Highlights include bay and panoramic views, bay frontage, a fireplace, a two-car garage, central air, and an updated home.

Specifications

Home Details

General Features

Property Type
Duplex
MLS Number
NP21195146
Year Built
1948
Lot Size (sq ft)
3,036
Lot Size (acres)
0.0697
Levels
Two
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
2
View
Bay, Canal, City Lights, Panoramic
Parcel Number
42330201
On Market Date
2021-09-13
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Appliances
Dryer, Washer
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Living Room
Laundry
Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
Common Walls
No Common Walls

Exterior Features

Architectural Style
Cape Cod
Exterior Features
Barbecue, Dock, Lighting, Rain Gutters
Lot Features
Zero To One Unit Acre, Corner Lot, Near Park
Parking
Door Multi, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Pool Features
None
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Condition
Additions Alterations, Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
Units
2

Community Features

Community Features
Biking, Curbs, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Water Sports, Park
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors

The record

Property History for 4010 River Avenue

DateEventPriceNote
May 10, 2023 Sold $6,850,000
May 5, 2023 Status changed to Pending From Active Under Contract
Apr 21, 2023 Status changed to Active Under Contract From Active
Jan 19, 2023 Price reduced $7,125,000 From $7,500,000
Aug 26, 2022 Status changed to Active From Hold
Aug 26, 2022 Price increased $7,500,000 From $6,595,000
Nov 21, 2021 Status changed to Hold From Active
Sep 29, 2021 Status changed to Active From Active Under Contract
Sep 15, 2021 Status changed to Active Under Contract From Active
Sep 13, 2021 Status changed to Active From Coming Soon
Sep 13, 2021 Listed for sale $6,595,000

No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.

Added by Realatrends Real Estate

Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 4010 River 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 06059C0381K 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 6 of 6 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Spectrum, up to 1,000 Mbps, at 6 of 6. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 6 of 6.

FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590635003003, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.

EV charging

Nearest public charger 0.3 miles away (ChargePoint, 2 Level 2 ports). 114 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.

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Homes sold
33
Median price
$3,750,000
Median days on market
50
Median per sq ft
$1,811

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Listing information updated Jul 25, 2023 at 6:29 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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