Sold
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.

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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Subdivision Cliffhaven
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
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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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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