$4,750/month
2Beds2Baths800SqFt
315 1/2 Diamond AvenueNewport Beach, CA 92662Balboa Island - Main Island
Leased
221 Diamond leased on July 25, 2026 for $4,900/month. The details are below for reference.
221 Diamond, Newport Beach, CA 92662
- 2 beds
- 1 bath
- 1,896 sq ft
- Built 1946
$4,900/month
The home
About 221 Diamond
Experience the timeless charm of Balboa Island living in this beautifully updated front cottage, ideally located just moments from Marine Avenue's shops and restaurants and the iconic Balboa Island Ferry. This light-filled, single level residence offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom while blending classic island character with modern updates. The remodeled kitchen features elegant Carrera marble countertops, stainless steel appliances, and abundant cabinetry, creating a space that is both stylish and functional. The spacious from patio provides the perfect setting to enjoy your morning coffee, entertain guests, or relax in the afternoon ocean breeze. Additional amenities include a one-car garage space, access to a shared laundry area, and a convenient beach shower for rinsing off after a day by the water. Located in one of Newport Beach's most sought-after neighborhoods, this inviting cottage offers the quintessential Balboa Island lifestyle with easy access to the beach, waterfront, local boutiques, dining, and all the charm the island has to offer.
Property details for 221 Diamond
This 2-bedroom, 1-bath duplex sits in the Balboa Island - Main Island neighborhood of Newport Beach in Orange County. It has 1,896 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1946. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 050-092-25. Highlights include single-story living, an attached one-car garage, and central air.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Duplex
- MLS Number
- NP26158847
- Year Built
- 1946
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,896
- Living Area Source
- Public Records
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 2,614
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.06
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 1
- Parking Spaces
- 1
- View
- None
- Parcel Number
- 05009225
- On Market Date
- 2026-07-21
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- All Bedrooms Down
- Appliances
- Dryer, Washer
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- Common Area
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- One Common Wall
- Furnished
- Unfurnished
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre
- Pool Features
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Balboa Island - Main Island (BALM)
- Community Features
- Biking, Fishing, Golf, Sidewalks, Water Sports
The record
Property History for 221 Diamond
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 26, 2026 | Status changed to Leased | From Active | |
| Jul 13, 2023 | Leased | $4,300/month | Arbor Real Estate |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
Added by Realatrends Real Estate
Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 221 Diamond
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, 0.2 percent annual chance flood hazard. Outside FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area.
FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, FIRM panel 06059C0382K 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
Inside a Seismic Hazard Zone for liquefaction.
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
Inside 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, 1.0 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 1,000 Mbps, at 28 of 28 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Spectrum, up to 1,000 Mbps, at 28 of 28. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 28 of 28.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590630061014, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.7 miles away (Tesla Destination, 2 Level 2 ports). 160 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 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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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.
Schools
School District for 221 Diamond
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The MLS record lists the school district as Newport Mesa Unified.
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Listed by Shelly Angel of Arbor Real Estate
Listing information updated Jul 26, 2026 at 10:36 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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