$1,700,000
2Beds2Baths1,120SqFt
600 E Oceanfront 1DNewport Beach, CA 92661Balboa Peninsula (Residential)
Sold
126 31st Street sold on November 4, 2025 for $3,050,000, 15.1% above the $2,650,000 asking price after 5 days on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
126 31st Street, Newport Beach, CA 92663
$3,050,000
- Beds
- 6
- Baths
- 5
- Sq Ft
- 2,461
- Per Sq Ft
- $1,239
- Built
- 1972
- Garage
- 2-car
Call Clark Smith (949) 494-8830
Subdivision Balboa Peninsula (Residential)
7 duplexes sold in the past 12 months · median $6,600,000
About 126 31st Street
Tucked along the coveted Newport Beach Peninsula, this rare R-2–zoned duplex offers the ultimate coastal lifestyle—just 12 houses from the sand and within walking distance to the shops and dining of Lido Village, the amenities of The Landing Shopping Center, and the vibrant activity of Balboa Harbor. With R-2 zoning that permits Short-Term Lodging (property is eligible to apply for a permit), the property is as compelling for investment as it is for personal enjoyment. The upper unit lives like a private retreat, offering a spacious full kitchen, in-unit laundry, and three bedrooms—each with its own en suite bath—ideal for long-term living or premium rental opportunities. The lower unit is equally inviting with three bedrooms, two baths, and an open living area that flows seamlessly through sliding doors to a private outdoor patio. A two-car garage with laundry completes the lower level, providing both convenience and functionality. With its prime location, versatile layout, and short-term lodging potential, this property is a rare find—blending the best of lifestyle and investment in the heart of Newport Beach.
Property details for 126 31st Street
This 6-bedroom, 5-bath duplex sits in the Balboa Peninsula (Residential) neighborhood of Newport Beach in Orange County. It offers 2,461 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1972. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 047-082-01. Highlights include peek-a-boo ocean views, a fireplace, and a two-car garage. 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
- $3,050,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 2,461 sqft
- Total Baths
- 5
- Full Baths
- 5
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- N/A
- Year Built
- 1972
- MLS® Number
- NP25229658
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Duplex
- MLS Number
- NP25229658
- Year Built
- 1972
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,461
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 2,178
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.05
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Full Baths
- 5
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Ocean, Peek A Boo
- Parcel Number
- 04708201
- On Market Date
- 2025-10-02
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fans, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting
- Appliances
- Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Stone
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Inside, In Garage, Upper Level
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- End Unit, No Common Walls
- Doors
- Sliding Doors
- Accessibility
- No Stairs
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Patio Home
- Roof
- Composition, Shingle
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Corner Lot
- Parking
- Garage
- Fencing
- Wood
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 2
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Balboa Peninsula (Residential) (BALP)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Gutters, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Security
- Smoke Detectors
Property History for 126 31st Street
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 4, 2025 | Sold | $3,050,000 | |
| Oct 2, 2025 | Listed for sale | $2,650,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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 Peninsula (Residential) home sales, past 12 months
7Homes sold
$6,600,000Median price
12Median days on market
$2,486Median per sq ft
Recorded MLS closings of duplexes, Sep 20, 2025 to Sep 20, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Balboa Peninsula (Residential) sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5901 Seashore Drive | Jul 31, 2026 | $9,500,000 | 3,185 | $2,983 | 40 |
| 213 33rd Street | May 28, 2026 | $2,616,000 | 1,451 | $1,803 | 7 |
| 1204 E Balboa Boulevard | Feb 5, 2026 | $6,600,000 | 2,516 | $2,623 | 183 |
| 4103 Seashore | Jan 8, 2026 | $9,200,000 | 2,724 | $3,377 | 31 |
| 4208 River | Dec 16, 2025 | $4,350,000 | 1,750 | $2,486 | 6 |
School District for 126 31st Street
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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