Sold
118 Sapphire Avenue sold on August 15, 2023 for $5,495,000, at the asking price after 7 days on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
118 Sapphire Avenue, Newport Beach, CA 92662
- 3 beds
- 4 baths
- 2,321 sq ft
- 2,550 sq ft lot
- Built 2009
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$5,495,000
Subdivision Balboa Island - Main Island
23 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $4,875,000
This home has a newer listing: MLS NP26196169 (Sold).
The home
About 118 Sapphire Avenue
Introducing a captivating Balboa Island beach home, expertly designed by the esteemed Ian Harrison, ideally located on the premier 100 block of the island’s best street. Originally built by Greg Clarke Construction in 2009, this residence underwent a meticulous refresh in 2023, elevating it to an exceptional standard of perfection. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 3 ½ bathrooms, this home effortlessly combines indoor and outdoor living. The main floor presents an inviting space, with sliding doors opening to an elevated front patio and corner folding glass doors unveiling a side courtyard, providing ample room for gatherings. The gourmet kitchen, with its butler’s pantry, seamlessly connects to the great room. The temperature-controlled walk-in wine cellar is perfect for wine enthusiasts. Throughout, newly refinished bleached white oak floors exude understated sophistication. The upper level reveals a serene primary suite, offering private bay views from its balcony, a spacious walk-in closet, and a luxurious bathroom with heated floors. Two guest bedrooms, accompanied by two guest bathrooms and a theater room, comfortably accommodate visitors in style.
The crowning jewel is the expansive rooftop deck, a true epitome of Newport Beach living. Enjoy the warmth of the built-in fireplace, indulge in outdoor entertainment with the Sunbrite TV, and relish in the convenience of a well-placed kitchenette and bar. From this vantage point, savor breathtaking bay views, from the morning sunrises to the captivating sunsets. For added convenience, a private office and improved bonus attic area complete the third level. The home incorporates modern amenities, such as hardwired motorized privacy and blackout shades, a seamless Control4 home automation system, Lutron lighting control, integrated speakers, central vacuum, water filtration, and a modern security alarm. Additionally, the property is primed for future needs, allowing for installation of an elevator if desired. Nestled in a prime location, this home grants effortless access to the bay and the vibrant offerings of Balboa Island. Embrace the charm of Marine Avenue, with its boutique shopping, dining, and social scene. The Balboa Island Ferry's close proximity ensures easy beach access, making this locale both accessible and enviable. This exceptional beach home, characterized by refined elegance and thoughtful design, awaits those seeking coastal luxury and a relaxed, yet sophisticated lifestyle.
Property details for 118 Sapphire Avenue
This 3-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in the Balboa Island - Main Island neighborhood of Newport Beach in Orange County. It has 2,321 square feet of living space on a 2,550-square-foot lot. The home was built in 2009. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 050-111-05. Highlights include bay views, a spa, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, central air, and an updated home.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- NP23136147
- Year Built
- 2009
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,321
- Living Area Source
- Public Records
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 2,550
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.0585
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 3
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 3
- View
- Bay
- Parcel Number
- 05011105
- On Market Date
- 2023-07-24
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Balcony, All Bedrooms Up, Instant Hot Water, Loft, Primary Suite, Walk In Pantry, Wine Cellar
- Appliances
- Hot Water Circulator, Water Softener, Tankless Water Heater, Water Purifier
- Flooring
- Carpet, Stone, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room, Outside
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Cape Cod
- Exterior Features
- Awnings, Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Slate
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Rectangular Lot
- Patio and Porch
- Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Rooftop
- Parking
- Garage Faces Rear
- Fencing
- Block, Vinyl
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None, Roof Top
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Balboa Island - Main Island (BALM)
- Community Features
- Street Lights, Sidewalks, Water Sports
- Security
- Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire Detection System, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 118 Sapphire Avenue
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 30, 2026 | Sold | $6,275,000 | Arbor Real Estate |
| Aug 15, 2023 | Sold | $5,495,000 | |
| Aug 9, 2023 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Jul 31, 2023 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Jul 24, 2023 | Listed for sale | $5,495,000 | |
| Jan 22, 2018 | Sold | $3,800,000 | Abrams Coastal Properties |
| Oct 17, 2013 | Sold | $3,200,000 | Abrams Coastal Properties |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 118 Sapphire 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 25 of 25 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Spectrum, up to 1,000 Mbps, at 25 of 25. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 21 of 25.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590630062012, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.8 miles away (Tesla Destination, 2 Level 2 ports). 158 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 Island - Main Island home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 23
- Median price
- $4,875,000
- Median days on market
- 16
- Median per sq ft
- $2,590
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 Island - Main Island sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 306 Alvarado Place | Nov 4, 2026 | $2,699,000 | 1,033 | $2,613 | 207 |
| 118 Sapphire | Oct 30, 2026 | $6,275,000 | 2,321 | $2,704 | 31 |
| 1207 N Bay Front | Oct 14, 2026 | $7,250,000 | 992 | $7,308 | 128 |
| 226 Opal | Oct 9, 2026 | $2,980,000 | 936 | $3,184 | 10 |
| 225 Diamond | Sep 29, 2026 | $7,585,000 | 2,312 | $3,281 | 43 |
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Schools
Schools for 118 Sapphire Avenue
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Middle
- Corona Del Mar
- High
- Corona Del Mar
- District
- Newport Mesa Unified
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Listed by Corey Gulbranson of Shorecrest Real Estate, Inc
Listing information updated Aug 15, 2023 at 12:50 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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