Sold
520 W Oceanfront sold on March 10, 2023 for $6,350,000, 2.2% below the $6,495,000 asking price after 18 days on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
520 W Oceanfront, Newport Beach, CA 92661
- 4 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,303 sq ft
- 2,100 sq ft lot
- Built 1981
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$6,350,000
Subdivision Balboa Peninsula (Residential)
27 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $7,300,000
This home has a newer listing: MLS OC23115199 (Sold).
The home
About 520 W Oceanfront
Opportunity awaits at this stunning beachfront residence. Situated on a sunny corner lot on a quiet block of Newport Beach’s Balboa Peninsula, this Traditional-style home showcases uninterrupted views of the coastline, Catalina Island, and the pier. Experience the quintessential Newport Beach lifestyle in this prime location, a short walk or quick bike ride to various local restaurants, coffee houses, the Newport Harbor Yacht Club, the pier, and so much more. Living on the corner of a beach access walkway with only one direct neighbor, one will find additional privacy and an abundance of natural light, all while avoiding any street traffic. Enter through the charming Dutch door into the living room, adorned with a brick fireplace and tall sliding glass doors that lead out to the large patio with built-in barbecue. Lofted a few steps above the living room, the dining room is perfectly positioned to enjoy the beachfront views while entertaining family and friends. The kitchen flows into a cozy sitting area with fireplace and floor-to-ceiling windows, creating a fantastic space for casual dining. A back door is situated in the far point of this sitting area, allowing for easy access in and out of the home. The main floor includes one bedroom and full bathroom, ideal for guest quarters, an office or den. Upstairs, natural light streams in from the large picture windows above the staircase. All three bedrooms and two bathrooms feature tall, vaulted ceilings. Through double doors, find an awe-inspiring primary suite featuring an expansive deck facing the ocean with 180-degree views, as well as a completely private deck facing the interior of the home. This sizable bedroom includes a walk-in closet and large bathroom boasting ocean views from the shower. The two secondary bedrooms share a bathroom with double sinks and balcony. The subterranean, two-car garage includes a laundry area and is large enough to house two SUVs plus plentiful storage. This residence features an ideal floor plan, making it easy for its next owner to put his/her personal touches on this charming home and build-in significant value.
Property details for 520 W Oceanfront
This 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Balboa Peninsula (Residential) neighborhood of Newport Beach in Orange County. It has 2,303 square feet of living space on a 2,100-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1981. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 048-073-05. Highlights include coastline and Catalina views, ocean frontage, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, and craftsman architecture.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- NP23020580
- Year Built
- 1981
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,303
- Living Area Source
- Public Records
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 2,100
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.0482
- Levels
- Multi Split
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Catalina, Coastline, Panoramic, Pier, Water
- Parcel Number
- 04807305
- On Market Date
- 2023-02-08
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Balcony, Ceiling Fans, Living Room Deck Attached, Unfurnished, Bedroom On Main Level, Primary Suite
- Appliances
- Built In Range, Barbecue, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplaces
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Den, Living Room
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Blinds, Bay Windows
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Craftsman, Traditional
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Corner Lot
- Patio and Porch
- Brick, Deck, Front Porch, Patio
- Parking
- Driveway Down Slope From Street, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Side By Side
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Balboa Peninsula (Residential) (BALP)
- Community Features
- Biking, Sidewalks
The record
Property History for 520 W Oceanfront
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 18, 2023 | Sold | $6,450,000 | Compass |
| Mar 10, 2023 | Sold | $6,350,000 | |
| Mar 5, 2023 | Status changed to Pending | From Active | |
| Feb 8, 2023 | Listed for sale | $6,495,000 |
Added by Realatrends Real Estate
Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 520 W Oceanfront
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 22 of 22 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Spectrum, up to 1,000 Mbps, at 22 of 22. DSL: AT&T, up to 10 Mbps, at 1 of 22.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590628004026, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.9 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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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 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
School District for 520 W Oceanfront
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Newport Mesa Unified.
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Listed by Nikki Gwaltney of Compass
Listing information updated Mar 10, 2023 at 2:21 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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