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20 Shell Beach sold on April 28, 2016 for $9,050,000, 17% below the $10,898,000 asking price after 915 days on the market, including an earlier listing. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
20 Shell Beach, Newport Coast, CA 92657
- 7 beds
- 13 baths
- 13,306 sq ft
- 0.67-acre lot
- Built 2012
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$9,050,000
Subdivision Crystal Cove Estate Collection
6 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $28,750,000
The home
About 20 Shell Beach
Lowest price/sq ft custom home in Crystal Cove history. This is one of Southern California’s most impressive estate properties, on one of the largest lots in the prestigious enclave of Crystal Cove. Set on an exceptionally private, gated ¾-acre parcel, the estate is reminiscent of European country manors & legacy East Coast mansions. The property showcases the ultra-custom building industry’s highest quality construction from Rodeo Homes, exquisite heirloom & art-quality finishes selected by interior designer Robert Ricker & spectacular architecture from the renowned Richard Krantz. In addition to the grand-scale 6 bedroom, 11 bath main residence, the estate includes a 1-bed, 1.5 bath guest/pool house and resort-inspired grounds with pool, spa, outdoor kitchen and formal gardens. Spanning 4 levels serviced by an elevator, the main house incorporates an opulent master wing, large secondary suites, two chef’s kitchens, indoor basketball court, fitness center, and subterranean garaging for 11 cars. As eco-minded as it is elegant, the residence has been constructed and finished with non-toxic materials for healthful living. Enjoy world-class amenities of Crystal Cove & access to the region’s best schools & Crystal Cove State Park.
Property details for 20 Shell Beach
This 7-bedroom, 13-bath single-family home sits in the Crystal Cove Estate Collection neighborhood of Newport Coast in Orange County. It has 13,306 square feet of living space on a 0.67-acre lot. The home was built in 2012. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 477-261-51. Highlights include peek-a-boo ocean and coastline views, a private pool and spa, a fireplace, a guard-gated community, an attached 11-car garage, and central air.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC16006196
- Year Built
- 2012
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 13,306
- Living Area Source
- Appraiser
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 29,098
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.668
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Bedrooms
- 7
- Full Baths
- 8
- Half Baths
- 5
- Garage Spaces
- 11
- Parking Spaces
- 11
- View
- Catalina, Coastline, Ocean, Peek A Boo
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $947
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- Parcel Number
- 47726151
- On Market Date
- 2016-01-11
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Balcony, Crown Molding, Central Vacuum, Coffered Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, Elevator, High Ceilings, Multiple Staircases, Pantry, Paneling Wainscoting, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Smart Home, Two Story Ceilings, Wired For Sound, Dressing Area, Entrance Foyer
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Built In Range, Barbecue, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Hot Water Circulator, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water To Refrigerator, Warming Drawer
- Flooring
- Stone, Wood
- Heating
- Central, Zoned
- Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Outside
- Laundry
- Laundry Chute, Common Area, Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Custom Coverings, Double Pane Windows, Drapes, French Mullioned
- Doors
- French Doors
- Accessibility
- Accessible Elevator Installed, Parking
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- French Provincial, Mediterranean, Traditional
- Exterior Features
- Barbecue, Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Spanish Tile
- Construction
- Brick, Copper Plumbing
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Cul De Sac, Front Yard, Garden, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Landscaped, Paved, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinkler System, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Lanai, Stone
- Parking
- Direct Access, Driveway, Underground, Garage, Gated, Private, Storage
- Fencing
- Block
- Pool Features
- Heated, In Ground, Private, Association
- Spa
- Association, In Ground, Private
- Sewer
- Sewer Tap Paid
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Sewer Available
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Crystal Cove Estate Collection (CCEC)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Gated
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Controlled Access, Dues Paid Monthly, Fitness Center, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Guard, Spa Hot Tub, Security, Tennis Courts, Trails
- Security
- Prewired, Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire Sprinkler System, Gated With Guard, Gated Community, Twenty Four Hour Security, Smoke Detectors, Security Guard, Security Lights
The record
Property History for 20 Shell Beach
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 28, 2016 | Sold | $9,050,000 | |
| Jan 11, 2016 | Relisted | $10,898,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 20 Shell Beach
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 06059C0404K effective March 21, 2019. 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
Inside a Seismic Hazard Zone for earthquake-induced landslides.
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
Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 6 of 6 residential locations in this census block. Fixed wireless: AT&T, up to 25 Mbps, at 6 of 6. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 25 Mbps, at 6 of 6.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626431008, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.8 miles away (ChargePoint, 1 Level 2 port). 15 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.
Crystal Cove Estate Collection home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 6
- Median price
- $28,750,000
- Median days on market
- 34
- Median per sq ft
- $2,553
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 Crystal Cove Estate Collection sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Clear Water | Aug 3, 2026 | $38,900,000 | 12,347 | $3,151 | 169 |
| 11 Coral Ridge | Jul 20, 2026 | $25,700,000 | 9,906 | $2,594 | 0 |
| 17 High Water | Jun 8, 2026 | $38,000,000 | 12,500 | $3,040 | 43 |
| 9 Clear Water | Mar 30, 2026 | $26,000,000 | 11,888 | $2,187 | 2 |
| 3 Coral Cay | Mar 11, 2026 | $10,000,000 | 3,982 | $2,511 | 25 |
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Schools
School District for 20 Shell Beach
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The MLS record lists the school district as Laguna Beach Unified.
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Listed by John Cain of HOM Sotheby's International
Listing information updated Apr 30, 2021 at 9:04 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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