Sold
3 Seashell sold on March 23, 2026 for $25,000,000, 28.6% below the $35,000,000 asking price after 247 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.
3 Seashell, Newport Coast, CA 92657
- 6 beds
- 7 baths
- 10,789 sq ft
- 0.49-acre lot
- Built 1994
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$25,000,000
Subdivision Pelican Hill
The home
About 3 Seashell
Commandingly positioned at the point of one of Pelican Hill’s most coveted view lots, this custom estate boasts an extraordinarily rare 200 feet of uninterrupted frontage capturing breathtaking white water vistas down the California coastline, past the glistening lights of Newport Harbor, and stretching to the Palos Verdes Peninsula framed by year-round sunsets and Catalina Island resting on the horizon. Set within the prestigious 24/7 guard-gated community of Pelican Hill in Newport Coast, this rare soft contemporary residence offers a refined architectural expression seldom found in the area. The estate’s elevated orientation at the end of a promontory ensures exceptional privacy and arguably the finest view vantage in the neighborhood. Inside, the home presents a thoughtful floor plan highlighted by two grand primary suites upstairs, each with dedicated stone-clad spa-like bathrooms, generous wardrobes, and unmatched coastal panoramas. An elegant spiral staircase anchors the great room, which opens through expansive walls of glass to the rear grounds where an illuminated pool and manicured landscaping merge seamlessly with the horizon beyond. A grand fireplace adds warmth and sophistication to the view-centric living space. The formal dining room that flows to a covered and enclosed outdoor dining and lounge area. The kitchen is richly appointed with exquisite full-slab stonework, an open-concept breakfast nook, and adjacent living space, creating a perfect balance of luxury and functionality. Additional highlights include a main-level guest suite, a lounge/library, a massage and salon suite, and a spacious subterranean level featuring a game room, multiple flexible living areas, and additional bedroom and bathroom accommodations. The estate also boasts an expansive subterranean garage and exceptional storage throughout. A gated, on-grade motor court and central entry fountain welcome guests into a lushly landscaped front courtyard, while mature plantings enhance the serenity and privacy of the property’s outdoor living spaces. Representing one of the most significant land parcels in all of Pelican Hill for both orientation and panoramic frontage, this estate presents a rare opportunity to personalize a dream residence in a location that defines world-class coastal living.
Property details for 3 Seashell
This 6-bedroom, 7-bath single-family home sits in the Pelican Hill neighborhood of Newport Coast in Orange County. It has 10,789 square feet of living space on a 0.49-acre lot. The home was built in 1994. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 473-061-47. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a private pool, a fireplace, an attached six-car garage, and central air.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- NP25093236
- Year Built
- 1994
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 10,789
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 21,192
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.4865
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Full Baths
- 6
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 6
- Parking Spaces
- 6
- View
- Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Harbor, Ocean
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $1,080
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Pelican Hill Community
- Parcel Number
- 47306147
- On Market Date
- 2025-05-12
- Listing Terms
- Standard
- HOA fees
- $1,702 monthly
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Bedroom On Main Level, Dressing Area, Primary Suite
- Appliances
- Dryer, Washer
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Bath, Dining Room, 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
- Zero To One Unit Acre
- Pool Features
- Private, Association
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Pelican Hill (NCPH)
- Community Features
- Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
- Association Amenities
- Sport Court, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts
- Second HOA Dues
- $622
The record
Property History for 3 Seashell
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 23, 2026 | Sold | $25,000,000 | |
| Mar 8, 2026 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Jan 15, 2026 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| May 12, 2025 | Listed for sale | $35,000,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 3 Seashell
We looked up this home's map point in public government maps. These facts are not part of the MLS listing.
Hazard zones
- Flood zone
Zone X, area of minimal flood hazard. Outside FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area.
FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, FIRM panel 06059C0401J effective December 3, 2009. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, Local Responsibility Area.
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. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Liquefaction zone
Outside the liquefaction zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Laguna 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, Laguna 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.
Internet and charging
- Fixed internet
Fiber: AT&T, up to 5,000 Mbps, at 38 of 39 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 38 of 39. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 8 of 39.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626432005, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.9 miles away (ChargePoint, 2 Level 2 ports). 205 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 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.
Newport Coast home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 82
- Median price
- $8,875,000
- Median days on market
- 33
- Median per sq ft
- $1,705
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 Newport Coast sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Tidal Surf | Oct 30, 2026 | $3,850,000 | 2,800 | $1,375 | 80 |
| 14 Clearview | Oct 9, 2026 | $8,350,000 | 4,598 | $1,816 | 17 |
| 50 Tidal Surf | Oct 8, 2026 | $4,600,000 | 2,964 | $1,552 | 0 |
| 11 Bellevue | Oct 7, 2026 | $3,400,000 | 2,530 | $1,344 | 82 |
| 1 Ocean Bluff | Sep 30, 2026 | $15,795,000 | 5,045 | $3,131 | 6 |
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Schools
School District for 3 Seashell
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 Mar 24, 2026 at 12:39 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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