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10 Observatory sold on November 23, 2021 for $4,698,843, 4.4% above the $4,500,000 asking price after 6 days on the market; it was first listed at $4,000,000. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.

Single Family ResidenceSold · Nov 23, 2021

10 Observatory, Newport Coast, CA 92657

  • 4 beds
  • 4 baths
  • 3,337 sq ft
  • 10,791 sq ft lot
  • Built 2005

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$4,698,843

MLS# NP21220636

The home

About 10 Observatory

This 4 bedroom plus den, 3.5 bath SINGLE STORY Plan B home has unobstructed ocean, city lights, and canyon views. One story homes are a rarity, and a view like this one is truly hard to find. The open floorplan is spacious and inviting. The great room opens to the kitchen and the gorgeous backyard with forever-views. The gourmet kitchen has a large island perfect for entertaining. The romantic master bedroom with views of the blue pacific, rolling hills, and city lights will take your breath away. Originally a 4 bedroom home has had an addition for the fifth bedroom/den or office. The separate Casita has a separate sitting area, perfect for in-laws, guest quarters, or an office. The High-quality Hardwood floors could be sanded many times and re-stained to any color your heart desires. The french doors and high beamed ceilings create a wonderful ambiance for entertaining or your personal enjoyment. The guard-gated community of Pacific Ridge is the newest track build in the upper Newport Coast. The association dues are lower compared to the rest of the homes in the area, and the amenities include an Olympic size saltwater pool and a toddler's pool, and a beautiful spa. Newport coast elementary school is within walking distance and the private sage Highschool is very close by. The community has its own entrance to the most spectacular hiking/biking trails in Orange County. If you like golfing, hiking, biking, shopping, going to the beach, or top-rated restaurants, this is the area for you.

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Property details for 10 Observatory

This 4-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in the Cypress neighborhood of Newport Coast in Orange County. It has 3,337 square feet of living space on a 10,791-square-foot lot. The home was built in 2005. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 478-463-05. Highlights include ocean and Catalina views, a community 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
NP21220636
Year Built
2005
Living Area (sq ft)
3,337
Lot Size (sq ft)
10,791
Lot Size (acres)
0.2477
Levels
One
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
1
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
2
View
Catalina, City Lights, Canyon, Ocean, Panoramic, Water
HOA Dues
$485
HOA Frequency
Monthly
HOA Name
First Service Residencial
Parcel Number
47846305
On Market Date
2021-10-12
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Interior Features
Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Breakfast Area, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Wired For Sound, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Walk In Pantry, Walk In Closets
Appliances
Six Burner Stove, Built In Range, Barbecue, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Trash Compactor, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater
Flooring
Wood
Heating
Central, Forced Air, Fireplaces
Cooling
Central Air, Gas
Fireplace
Gas, Gas Starter, Great Room, Wood Burning
Laundry
Washer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Main Level Bedrooms
5
Main Level Bathrooms
4
Common Walls
No Common Walls
Windows
Custom Coverings, Double Pane Windows
Doors
Double Door Entry, French Doors
Accessibility
Other

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
Barbecue
Roof
Clay, Spanish Tile
Construction
Brick, Drywall, Glass, Concrete, Stucco, Copper Plumbing
Foundation
Slab
Lot Features
Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Cul De Sac, Front Yard, Garden, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Landscaped, Near Park, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinkler System
Patio and Porch
Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Open, Patio, Porch
Parking
Door Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage
Fencing
Excellent Condition, Privacy, Security, Stucco Wall, Wood
Pool Features
Community, Heated, In Ground, Salt Water, Association
Spa
Association, Community, Heated, In Ground
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Utilities
Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available
Condition
Additions Alterations, Building Permit, Turnkey
Units
1

Community Features

Subdivision
Cypress (PRCP)
Community Features
Biking, Golf, Hiking, Mountainous, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Gated, Park, Pool
Association Amenities
Fire Pit, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Playground, Pool, Guard, Spa Hot Tub
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire Sprinkler System, Gated With Guard, Gated Community, Gated With Attendant, Twenty Four Hour Security, Smoke Detectors, Security Guard

The record

Property History for 10 Observatory

DateEventPriceNote
Nov 23, 2021 Sold $4,698,843
Oct 18, 2021 Status changed to Pending From Active
Oct 13, 2021 Price increased $4,500,000 From $4,000,000
Oct 12, 2021 Status changed to Active From Coming Soon
Oct 12, 2021 Listed for sale $4,000,000

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

Added by Realatrends Real Estate

Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 10 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 1.3 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

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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.

Recent Newport Coast sales

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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

Schools for 10 Observatory

As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.

Elementary
Newport Coast
District
Newport Mesa Unified

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Listing information updated Mar 22, 2022 at 8:06 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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