$23,995,000
6Beds8Baths8,367SqFt
3 Island VistaNewport Coast, CA 92657Pelican Crest
Sold
18 Channel Vista sold on January 15, 2026 for $20,000,000, 19.5% below the $24,850,000 asking price after 305 days on the market; it was first listed at $25,850,000. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
18 Channel Vista, Newport Coast, CA 92657
- 5 beds
- 7 baths
- 8,039 sq ft
- 0.38-acre lot
- Built 1999
$20,000,000
Subdivision Pelican Crest
9 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $15,500,000
The home
About 18 Channel Vista
Nestled within the prestigious, gated, and patrolled community of Pelican Crest in Newport Coast, this extraordinary estate redefines luxury living. Commanding unobstructed panoramic ocean views stretching from Newport Harbor to the Palos Verdes Peninsula, and capturing year-round sunsets over Catalina Island, this residence is a true coastal gem. Positioned on a premier 16,500+ square-foot parcel, this 8,500-square-foot home offers 5 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms. Designed for seamless entertaining and relaxed sophistication, the open living areas feature grand fireplaces, with billiards room and gourmet kitchen/ adjacent breakfast room cater to every lifestyle need. A dedicated home, climate-controlled wine cellar, and sprawling subterranean garage, perfect for car enthusiasts, elevate the home's allure, while the wood-clad office overlooks front exterior grounds providing a tranquil haven for thought and reflection. The exterior is equally captivating, with a sparkling pool and spa, dramatic water and fire features, and ample lounge and dining spaces that frame the endless ocean vistas. All of this in close proximity to a host of world-class amenities. These include renowned shopping at South Coast Plaza and Fashion Island, Newport's pristine beaches, nautical adventures in Newport Harbor, cultural experiences at the Performing Arts Center, John Wayne Airport, championship golf courses, tennis facilities, and scenic hiking trails—all just 15 minutes or less from this exquisite retreat. Experience coastal living at its finest in this extraordinary estate that harmoniously blends elegance, comfort, and unparalleled views.
Property details for 18 Channel Vista
This 5-bedroom, 7-bath single-family home sits in the Pelican Crest neighborhood of Newport Coast in Orange County. It offers 8,039 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1999. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 473-162-08. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a private pool, a fireplace, an attached five-car garage, a 0.38-acre lot, and central air. The detail sections on this page cover interior and exterior features, estimated taxes, HOA dues where they apply, and the map location.
Specifications
Home Details
At a glance
- Price
- $20,000,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 8,039 sqft
- Total Baths
- 7
- Full Baths
- 5
- Partial Baths
- 2
- Lot Size
- 0.3788 Acres
- Year Built
- 1999
- MLS® Number
- NP24255652
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $1,463 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Appraiser
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- NP24255652
- Year Built
- 1999
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 8,039
- Living Area Source
- Appraiser
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 16,502
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.3788
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full Baths
- 5
- Half Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 5
- Parking Spaces
- 5
- View
- Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Harbor, Ocean
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $1,025
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Pelican Crest
- Parcel Number
- 47316208
- On Market Date
- 2025-01-03
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Primary Suite
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Library, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 3
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Cul De Sac
- Pool Features
- Private, Association
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Pelican Crest (NCPC)
- Community Features
- Suburban
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Controlled Access, Sport Court, Meeting Banquet Party Room, Other Courts, Pool, Guard, Spa Hot Tub, Security
- Second HOA Dues
- $438
The record
Property History for 18 Channel Vista
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 15, 2026 | Sold | $20,000,000 | |
| Jan 3, 2025 | Listed for sale | $25,850,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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The neighborhood
About Newport Coast
Master-planned by the Irvine Company in the 1990s, Newport Coast climbs the San Joaquin Hills along Newport Coast Drive within the City of Newport Beach, set above Crystal Cove State Park and its historic beach cottages. The community takes in the Pelican Hill enclaves and resort, and falls within the Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
Pelican Crest home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 9
- Median price
- $15,500,000
- Median days on market
- 241
- Median per sq ft
- $2,231
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Sep 20, 2025 to Sep 20, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Pelican Crest sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Pelican Crest Drive | Jun 18, 2026 | $22,500,000 | 10,087 | $2,231 | 314 |
| 23 Skyridge | Jun 15, 2026 | $12,900,000 | 7,800 | $1,654 | 63 |
| 28 Shoreridge | Jun 10, 2026 | $12,200,000 | 8,000 | $1,525 | 331 |
| 50 Pelican Crest | May 22, 2026 | $20,000,000 | 8,900 | $2,247 | 56 |
| 9 Shoreridge | May 21, 2026 | $13,500,000 | 10,310 | $1,309 | 241 |
Schools
School District for 18 Channel Vista
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the Newport Mesa Unified.
Living in Newport Coast covers its schools, parks and beaches.
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Listed by Rex McKown of Compass
Listing information updated Jan 15, 2026 at 5:02 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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