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5301 River Avenue sold on August 5, 2024 for $3,995,000, 7% below the $4,295,000 asking price after 99 days on the market; it was first listed at $4,495,000. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.

5301 River Avenue, Newport Beach, CA 92663
- 4 beds
- 4 baths
- 2,758 sq ft
- 2,340 sq ft lot
- Built 1959
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Subdivision West Newport Beach
11 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $6,225,000
The home
About 5301 River Avenue
Situated on an oversized corner lot within the quiet coastal enclave of West Newport Beach, this beautiful property delivers approximately 2,758 square feet of refined living. A classic Dutch door entry brings the outdoors into stunning open living spaces with high ceilings and custom-fitted finishes throughout. Wide plank white oak floors, wood beamed cathedral ceilings, and wood-framed double-hung windows, produce a tasteful aesthetic, equal in form and function. Expertly designed to satisfy contemporary tastes, the fully equipped gourmet chef's kitchen features waterfall-edge quartz countertops, built-in Sub-Zero glass-door refrigerator, GE Monogram 6-burner range with grill and double ovens, dishwasher, and a sleek under-counter built-in wine cooler. Rounding out the main level is a light and bright full bath ideal for guests or sandy beachgoers alike and a stone patio accented by lighting and landscaping. The middle level houses all four gracious bedrooms, including the primary suite with a deluxe spa bath boasting a drop-in infinity air bathtub, dual sinks, and stunning marble finishes. Crowning the estate atop a sweeping wrought-iron wood staircase is the versatile bonus room that opens to a spacious split-level deck perfect for alfresco entertaining with a backdrop of sparkling ocean and city light vistas. Adding to the allure of the abode are three gas fireplaces, built-in audio available with Sonos, Eero Wi-Fi system, quiet and energy efficient Fujitsu mini split units, slate roof, two-car garage with epoxy flooring, and an optional third parking space. 5301 River Avenue is perfectly appointed for the most discriminating tastes and just moments to scenic beaches, sprawling parks, and world-class shopping and dining.
Property details for 5301 River Avenue
This 4-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in the West Newport Beach neighborhood of Newport Beach in Orange County. It has 2,758 square feet of living space on a 2,340-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1959. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 424-502-06. Highlights include peek-a-boo ocean and city lights views, 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
- NP24049206
- Year Built
- 1959
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,758
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 2,340
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.0537
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 3
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- City Lights, Neighborhood, Ocean, Peek A Boo, Water
- Parcel Number
- 42450206
- On Market Date
- 2024-03-14
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, Cathedral Ceilings, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Multiple Staircases, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Paneling Wainscoting, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Wired For Sound, All Bedrooms Up
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Built In Range, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Softener, Tankless Water Heater
- Flooring
- Stone, Tile, Wood
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Bonus Room, Gas, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Custom Coverings, Skylights
- Doors
- French Doors
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Custom, See Remarks
- Roof
- Slate
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Landscaped
- Patio and Porch
- Deck, Rooftop, Wrap Around
- Parking
- Carport, Direct Access, Door Single, Garage
- Fencing
- Masonry, Wood
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- West Newport Beach (WSNB)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Gutters
- Security
- Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 5301 River Avenue
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 5, 2024 | Sold | $3,995,000 | |
| Jul 12, 2024 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Jun 27, 2024 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Apr 25, 2024 | Price reduced | $4,295,000 | From $4,495,000 |
| Mar 14, 2024 | Status changed to Active | From Coming Soon | |
| Mar 14, 2024 | Listed for sale | $4,495,000 | |
| Aug 3, 2021 | Sold | $3,760,000 | Coldwell Banker Realty |
| Mar 4, 2021 | Sold | $3,250,000 | Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty |
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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.
West Newport Beach home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 11
- Median price
- $6,225,000
- Median days on market
- 10
- Median per sq ft
- $3,056
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Nov 1, 2025 to Nov 1, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent West Newport Beach sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 206 40th Street | Oct 1, 2026 | $2,200,000 | 720 | $3,056 | 0 |
| 207 43rd Street | Sep 21, 2026 | $6,750,000 | 3,130 | $2,157 | 5 |
| 115 41st Street | Sep 10, 2026 | $6,225,000 | 2,900 | $2,147 | 21 |
| 4807 Seashore Drive | Aug 11, 2026 | $12,345,000 | 3,100 | $3,982 | 4 |
| 6910 W Oceanfront | Jul 7, 2026 | $8,000,000 | 2,668 | $2,999 | 32 |
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Schools for 5301 River Avenue
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- Elementary
- Newport
- Middle
- Ensign
- High
- Newport Harbor
- District
- Newport Mesa Unified
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Listed by Matt Genova of Arbor Real Estate
Listing information updated Dec 4, 2024 at 3:21 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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