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1542 Irvine Avenue sold on February 20, 2025 for $2,295,000, at the asking price after 101 days on the market, including an earlier listing. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
1542 Irvine Avenue, Newport Beach, CA 92660
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,801 sq ft
- 7,205 sq ft lot
- Built 1954
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$2,295,000
Subdivision Harbor Highlands I
The home
About 1542 Irvine Avenue
Stunning from the curb and thoughtfully renovated from the studs throughout, 1542 Irvine Avenue embraces coveted Dover Shores living, designer finishes and lush new landscaping. Situated in one of Newport Beach’s most sought after neighborhoods, the 1,801 square foot home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 chic bathrooms. Every inch of the home was redesigned with the perfect mix of function and luxurious living in mind. Full of natural light, the gourmet kitchen boasts a bifold pass-through window, designer tile, sleek natural quartzite countertops, oak cabinetry and expansive island and professional-grade range with custom lime-washed hood. Cozy up to the charming fireplace with custom white oak mantel opposite the kitchen or take the party to the additional living room and dedicated dining space. Perfect for entertaining, the grand 12-foot bifold doors let the party spill outside to the covered patio surrounded by a generous, serene backyard. The light-filled primary suite includes a luxurious en-suite bathroom with double sinks, marble countertops and a large marble-tiled shower. Other upgrades include a laundry/mud room that flows seamlessly from the kitchen, providing a sink and a window with a view of the front yard and epoxy floored 2 car garage. Ideally located walking distance from the popular shops and restaurants of 17th Street and Westcliff Plaza, this home offers the convenience of dining, shopping, and entertainment. Plus it’s situated within the coveted Mariners Elementary School district, close to Newport Back Bay trails and offers a short drive to South Coast Plaza, Fashion Island and the sparkling beaches of Newport Beach.
Property details for 1542 Irvine Avenue
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the Harbor Highlands I neighborhood of Newport Beach in Orange County. It has 1,801 square feet of living space on a 7,205-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1954. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 117-392-03. Highlights include a fireplace, single-story living, an attached two-car garage, and central air.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- NP24243976
- Year Built
- 1954
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,801
- Living Area Source
- Other
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 7,205
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1654
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Neighborhood
- Parcel Number
- 11739203
- On Market Date
- 2025-01-16
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Built In Features, Cathedral Ceilings, Eat In Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Primary Suite
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Flooring
- Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Gas
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard
- Pool Features
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Harbor Highlands I (HH01)
- Community Features
- Street Lights, Sidewalks
The record
Property History for 1542 Irvine Avenue
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 20, 2025 | Sold | $2,295,000 | |
| Jan 23, 2025 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Jan 16, 2025 | Relisted | $2,295,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 1542 Irvine Avenue
We looked up this home's map point in public government maps. These facts are not part of the MLS listing.
Hazard and noise zones
- Flood zone
Zone X, area of minimal flood hazard. Outside FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area.
FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, FIRM panel 06059C0269K 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
Outside the liquefaction zones.
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
Outside 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.
- Airport noise
Outside John Wayne Airport's 60 dB CNEL noise contour, 0.3 miles from it.
Airport Land Use Commission for Orange County, Airport Environs Land Use Plan noise contours. Checked October 15, 2026.
Internet and charging
- Fixed internet
Fiber: AT&T, up to 5,000 Mbps, at 35 of 36 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Spectrum, up to 1,000 Mbps, at 36 of 36. DSL: AT&T, up to 25 Mbps, at 1 of 36.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590630104009, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.1 miles away (ChargePoint, 2 Level 2 ports). 523 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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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
- 462
- Median price
- $4,354,000
- Median days on market
- 22
- Median per sq ft
- $1,602
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Nov 4, 2025 to Nov 4, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
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Schools
School District for 1542 Irvine Avenue
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Newport Mesa Unified.
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Listing information updated Feb 20, 2025 at 5:46 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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