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1600 Galaxy Drive sold on July 9, 2024 for $5,495,000, at the asking price after 4 days on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
1600 Galaxy Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
- 4 beds
- 4 baths
- 4,117 sq ft
- 9,500 sq ft lot
- Built 1972
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$5,495,000
Subdivision Dover Shores
18 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $5,775,000
The home
About 1600 Galaxy Drive
Introducing 1600 Galaxy - a striking architectural masterpiece that exudes a perfect fusion of classic mid-century elegance and contemporary luxury. Situated on a sprawling 9,500 SF corner lot in the highly coveted Dover Shores neighborhood, this property is a true gem. As you step inside you will find impressive 2-story front doors that lead to a light-filled living area, adorned with floor-to-ceiling windows and high ceilings. An office makes way to the primary bedroom where high ceilings continue and lead to a spa-like ensuite bathroom, featuring dual sinks, a custom-tiled oversized shower, and a decadent soaking tub. The dining area flows seamlessly into the kitchen that provides a large island, stainless steel appliances, white oak flooring, and an adjacent family room with breathtaking views of the Back Bay. In the secluded front courtyard, you will find a resort like pool, multiple seating areas, and a built-in BBQ - an entertainer's delight! This spectacular property also features remarkable wood beams, a spacious laundry room, a putting green, solar panels, and a 3-car garage complete with epoxy floors. There is an additional 186 SF bonus room off the garage (not included in square footage) that is perfect for a secondary office space. The Dover Shores HOA amenities include access to 3 private resident-only beaches. 1600 Galaxy is in the Mariners Elementary School district and is located just minutes away from the conveniences of 17th Street, John Wayne Airport, famous beaches and all the shopping/dining Fashion Island has to offer!
Property details for 1600 Galaxy Drive
This 4-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in the Dover Shores neighborhood of Newport Beach in Orange County. It has 4,117 square feet of living space on a 9,500-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1972. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 117-661-04. Highlights include Back Bay and city lights views, a private pool and spa, a fireplace, single-story living, an attached three-car garage, and central air.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- NP24107276
- Year Built
- 1972
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 4,117
- Living Area Source
- Measured
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 9,500
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.2181
- Levels
- Multi Split
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 3
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Parking Spaces
- 3
- View
- Back Bay, City Lights
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $85
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Dover Shores
- Parcel Number
- 11766104
- On Market Date
- 2024-05-29
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Ceiling Fans, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Sunken Living Room, Track Lighting, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Flooring
- Concrete, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 4
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 4
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Roof
- Flat
- Lot Features
- Corner Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped, Near Park
- Patio and Porch
- Deck
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage
- Pool Features
- Private
- Spa
- Private
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Dover Shores (DSAM)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Park
- Association Amenities
- Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground
- Security
- Prewired, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 1600 Galaxy Drive
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 9, 2024 | Sold | $5,495,000 | |
| Jun 11, 2024 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Jun 4, 2024 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| May 29, 2024 | Listed for sale | $5,495,000 | |
| Aug 31, 2017 | Sold | $3,435,000 | Keller Williams Pacific Estate |
| Sep 23, 2014 | Sold | $2,099,000 | Villa Real Estate |
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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.
Dover Shores home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 18
- Median price
- $5,775,000
- Median days on market
- 36
- Median per sq ft
- $1,610
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 Dover Shores sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 Dover Drive | Nov 4, 2026 | $3,575,000 | 2,883 | $1,240 | 18 |
| 1423 Mariners | Oct 14, 2026 | $6,000,000 | 4,446 | $1,350 | 91 |
| 1312 Nottingham Road | Oct 13, 2026 | $4,536,000 | 3,170 | $1,431 | 63 |
| 218 Evening Star | Oct 2, 2026 | $8,500,000 | 4,500 | $1,889 | 70 |
| 1453 Galaxy Dr | Sep 23, 2026 | $10,500,000 | 5,755 | $1,825 | 124 |
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School District for 1600 Galaxy Drive
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The MLS record lists the school district as Newport Mesa Unified.
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Listed by Timothy Carr of Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Listing information updated Jul 10, 2024 at 9:26 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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