2601 Way Lane, Newport Beach, CA 92625
- 2 beds
- 4 baths
- 2,958 sq ft
- 3,494 sq ft lot
- Built 1938
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The home
About 2601 Way Lane
Situated just steps from the beach in the prestigious enclave of China Cove, 2601 Way Lane offers an exceptional coastal lifestyle with breathtaking views and inviting indoor-outdoor living. This picturesque modern residence features 2 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and nearly 3,000 square feet of living space. The lower level features a dedicated office area and a spacious living room that can be converted into an additional bedroom, offering flexibility to suit your needs. The second level is home to two bedrooms, including the primary suite, complete with a generous walk-in closet and an en-suite bathroom featuring dual sinks, a soaking tub, and a separate shower. Each bedroom enjoys its own private outdoor patio, creating a peaceful retreat. The top level welcomes you with an abundance of natural light and an expansive living area, dining room, sitting area, and kitchen appointed with stainless steel appliances. Step onto the spacious deck to take in jaw-dropping panoramic views of Newport Harbor, the Pacific Ocean, and Catalina Island—an extraordinary backdrop for entertaining or simply enjoying the coastal surroundings. Outside, the serene backyard feels like a private oasis, surrounded by lush landscaping and featuring a private pool and spa. Additional highlights include central air conditioning, multiple guest parking spaces, and an attached oversized two-car garage with built-in storage. China Cove is a truly special coastal community, offering close proximity to world-class beaches, scenic parks, Fashion Island, and the charming shops, restaurants, and amenities of Corona del Mar Village. With its versatile living spaces, exceptional views, and coveted beachside location, 2601 Way Lane presents a rare opportunity to experience the best of coastal Newport Beach living.
Property details for 2601 Way Lane
This 2-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in the Corona del Mar South of PCH neighborhood of Newport Beach in Orange County. It has 2,958 square feet of living space on a 3,494-square-foot lot and is listed at $5,495,000, about $1,858 per square foot. The home was built in 1938. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 052-042-20. Highlights include ocean and Catalina views, a private pool and spa, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, and central air.
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Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- NP26233399
- Year Built
- 1938
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,958
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 3,494
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.0802
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full Baths
- 3
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Catalina, Harbor, Ocean
- Private Pool
- Yes
- Parcel Number
- 05204220
- On Market Date
- 2026-11-03
- Listing Terms
- Trust
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Built In Features, Balcony, Living Room Deck Attached, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Rooms
- Other, Bathroom, Kitchen, Entry Foyer, Office, Family Room
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Patio Home
- Roof
- Metal
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Corner Lot
- Patio and Porch
- Deck, Patio
- Parking
- Garage
- Pool Features
- Private
- Spa
- Private
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Corona del Mar South of PCH (CDMS)
- Community Features
- Biking, Fishing
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 2601 Way Lane
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 3, 2026 | Listed for sale | $5,495,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.24% · 30-yr fixedEstimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.24% (week of Oct 29, 2026); your rate will differ. A loan this size is typically a jumbo loan, which prices differently. Tax and insurance are modelled, not billed amounts; tax uses a typical Newport Beach rate, excluding Mello-Roos. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.
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The neighborhood
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.
Newport Beach home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 459
- Median price
- $4,325,000
- Median days on market
- 22
- Median per sq ft
- $1,610
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 27, 2025 to Oct 27, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent Newport Beach sales
At $1,858 per square foot, this home's asking price is 15% above the Newport Beach median of $1,610 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Newport Beach sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1518 Anita Lane | Oct 27, 2026 | $4,170,000 | 3,672 | $1,136 | 84 |
| 331 Walnut Street | Oct 26, 2026 | $2,790,000 | 2,546 | $1,096 | 95 |
| 1123 E Balboa | Oct 25, 2026 | $10,900,000 | 2,851 | $3,823 | 36 |
| 2212 Fiesta | Oct 23, 2026 | $2,288,200 | 1,685 | $1,358 | 3 |
| 2242 Orchard Drive | Oct 19, 2026 | $1,610,168 | 1,106 | $1,456 | 11 |
Schools
School District for 2601 Way Lane
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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Listed by Timothy Carr of Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Listing information updated Nov 3, 2026 at 8:16 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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