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311 Amethyst Avenue sold on October 6, 2025 for $4,350,000, 1% below the $4,395,000 asking price after 3 days on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.

311 Amethyst Avenue, Newport Beach, CA 92662
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 4
- Sq Ft
- 1,890
- Per Sq Ft
- $2,302
- Built
- 1956
- Garage
- 2-car
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Subdivision Balboa Island - Main Island
15 duplexes sold in the past 12 months · median $3,835,000
About 311 Amethyst Avenue
Outstanding 3-bedroom plus office/flex room, 4-bath turnkey cottage close to town on Balboa Island, combining the charm of classic Island living with today’s modern amenities. The main home features a spacious front patio, dramatic two-story living room with vaulted ceilings, skylights, fireplace, custom woodwork, dining area, upgraded kitchen with high-end appliances, a downstairs bedroom, plus an office/flex room with space for additional sleeping area, full bath, and a private courtyard patio. The second level includes an impressive primary suite with vaulted ceilings, walk-in closet, bath, and a generous deck ideal for lounging, also connecting to the back unit. The fully separate apartment offers vaulted ceilings with skylights, abundant natural light, a large living area with fireplace, full kitchen, bedroom, walk-in closet, and bath. The back unit also benefits from a separate entrance for added convenience. Additional features include air conditioning in both units, laundry area with a beautiful three-quarter bath, and a two-car garage. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to own a truly special and reimagined Island home.
Property details for 311 Amethyst Avenue
This 3-bedroom, 4-bath duplex sits in the Balboa Island - Main Island neighborhood of Newport Beach in Orange County. It offers 1,890 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1956. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 050-142-25. Highlights include a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, 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.
Home Details
- Price
- $4,350,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,890 sqft
- Total Baths
- 4
- Full Baths
- 1
- Partial Baths
- 3
- Lot Size
- N/A
- Year Built
- 1956
- MLS® Number
- NP25196589
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Estimated
General Features
- Property Type
- Duplex
- MLS Number
- NP25196589
- Year Built
- 1956
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,890
- Living Area Source
- Estimated
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 2,550
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.0585
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- None
- Parcel Number
- 05014225
- On Market Date
- 2025-09-02
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Bedroom On Main Level
- Flooring
- Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Guest Accommodations, Living Room
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Accessibility
- Safe Emergency Egress From Home
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Rectangular Lot
- Pool Features
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 2
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Balboa Island - Main Island (BALM)
- Community Features
- Sidewalks
Property History for 311 Amethyst Avenue
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2025 | Sold | $4,350,000 | |
| Sep 2, 2025 | Listed for sale | $4,395,000 | |
| Feb 7, 2014 | Sold | $2,325,000 | TopBroker Network Real Estate |
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.
Balboa Island - Main Island home sales, past 12 months
Recorded MLS closings of duplexes, Sep 20, 2025 to Sep 20, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Balboa Island - Main Island sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 118 Emerald | Aug 20, 2026 | $3,350,000 | 1,893 | $1,770 | 79 |
| 1403 N Bayfront | Aug 3, 2026 | $5,600,000 | 2,105 | $2,660 | 27 |
| 216 Amethyst | Jul 30, 2026 | $3,180,000 | 2,363 | $1,346 | 147 |
| 302 S Bay Front | Jun 25, 2026 | $7,105,000 | 2,926 | $2,428 | 60 |
| 137 Topaz | Jun 4, 2026 | $3,835,000 | 2,545 | $1,507 | 6 |
School District for 311 Amethyst Avenue
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the Newport Mesa Unified.
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