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601 Cliff Drive sold on July 12, 2024 for $3,350,000, 1.3% below the $3,395,000 asking price after 3 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.

Single Family ResidenceSold · Jul 12, 2024

601 Cliff Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92663

  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1,614 sq ft
  • 7,839 sq ft lot
  • Built 1953

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$3,350,000

MLS# NP24112127

The home

About 601 Cliff Drive

Opportunity awaits at this Traditional gem, located in the sought-after neighborhood of Cliff Haven in Newport Beach. Nestled on a generous 7,800+ square foot lot, this property offers a canvas for creativity. Whether you're dreaming of updating or expanding the existing three bedroom and two bathroom home, or starting fresh with a new build, the choice is yours. As you step onto the property, you're greeted by a lush front garden, complete with a mature olive tree and majestic magnolia. Inside, a blue Dutch door welcomes you into a light-filled living space adorned with vaulted ceilings and a rustic brick fireplace, setting the scene for countless cozy evenings. The kitchen, with ample countertop space, seamlessly flows into the dining area and living room, perfect for entertaining friends and family. Venture down the hall to discover three bedrooms, including a serene primary retreat tucked away for ultimate privacy. Vaulted ceilings, French doors, and a picture window invite the beauty of the backyard inside. A sparkling swimming pool, expansive brick patio, and flourishing garden await, boasting a bounty of fruit trees and vegetables. From apricots to avocados, this backyard oasis is a true feast for the senses. Located just moments from the vibrant shopping and dining of 17th Street, as well as easy access to coastal amenities, this home embodies the essence of Newport Beach coastal living.

Property details for 601 Cliff Drive

This 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the Cliffhaven neighborhood of Newport Beach in Orange County. It has 1,614 square feet of living space on a 7,839-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1953. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 049-201-03. Highlights include a private pool, a fireplace, single-story living, an attached two-car garage, and traditional architecture.

Specifications

Home Details

General Features

Property Type
Single Family Residence
MLS Number
NP24112127
Year Built
1953
Living Area (sq ft)
1,614
Living Area Source
Assessor
Lot Size (sq ft)
7,839
Lot Size (acres)
0.18
Levels
One
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
2
View
None
Private Pool
Yes
Parcel Number
04920103
On Market Date
2024-06-04
Listing Terms
Trust

Interior Features

Interior Features
Beamed Ceilings, All Bedrooms Down, Main Level Primary
Appliances
Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Softener
Flooring
Tile, Wood
Heating
Central
Cooling
None
Fireplace
Family Room, Outside
Laundry
Laundry Closet
Main Level Bedrooms
3
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Entry Level
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls

Exterior Features

Architectural Style
Traditional
Lot Features
Zero To One Unit Acre
Patio and Porch
Rear Porch
Parking
Driveway Level, Door Single, Garage
Pool Features
In Ground, Private
Spa
None
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Units
1

Community Features

Subdivision
Cliffhaven (CLIF)
Community Features
Curbs

The record

Property History for 601 Cliff Drive

DateEventPriceNote
Jul 12, 2024 Sold $3,350,000
Jun 26, 2024 Status changed to Pending From Active Under Contract
Jun 18, 2024 Status changed to Active Under Contract From Active
Jun 4, 2024 Listed for sale $3,395,000

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

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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.

Newport Beach home sales, past 12 months

Homes sold
460
Median price
$4,382,500
Median days on market
23
Median per sq ft
$1,610

Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 31, 2025 to Oct 31, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.

Recent Newport Beach sales

AddressClosedPriceSq ftPer sq ftDays on market
118 Sapphire Oct 30, 2026 $6,275,000 2,321 $2,704 31
2007 Miramar Oct 29, 2026 $4,850,000 2,408 $2,014 0
449 M Street Oct 29, 2026 $3,800,000 1,174 $3,237 12
4 Narbonne Oct 29, 2026 $10,000,000 5,463 $1,830 0
1740 E Ocean Boulevard Oct 28, 2026 $4,600,000 Not reported Not reported 112

Schools

Schools for 601 Cliff Drive

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

High
Newport Harbor
District
Newport Mesa Unified

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Listed by Nikki Gwaltney of Compass

Listing information updated Jul 12, 2024 at 4:31 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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