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1609 E Balboa Boulevard sold on December 20, 2021 for $3,850,000. The details are below for reference.
1609 E Balboa Boulevard, Newport Beach, CA 92661
- 2,756 sq ft
- Built 1949
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This property is also on the market under MLS OC26199394 (Residential Income), MLS OC26207974 (Residential).
The home
About 1609 E Balboa Boulevard
Located in one of the most desirable destinations in Newport Beach, only steps from the beach and bay, 1609 E Balboa Blvd is your opportunity to own the most charming quadruplex on the Balboa Peninsula Point. Meticulously maintained and extensively upgraded last year, this truly exceptional property allows you to reap the benefits of instant and reliable income while enjoying the beach lifestyle for yourself if you so choose. Embodying the perfect coastal chic vibe with (1) two-bedroom, one-bathroom unit, a bonus studio and (3) completely remodeled one-bedroom, one-bathroom units with new wood-planked laminate flooring, custom wainscoting, crown molding, trending barn doors throughout and fireplaces make this property feel like an upscale, elegant and intimate beach retreat. In addition, the fully updated kitchens are guaranteed to impress, with new cabinetry, subway tile backsplash, white-quartz countertops and large farm sinks. Refrigerators, the gas stove/ovens, microwaves and new USB outlets top it all off, while the immaculate bathrooms will leave you feeling blissful. Stay cool and relaxed in the ocean breeze with new windows and custom shades for privacy and comfort. The building also includes an on-site laundry room with two sets of brand new front-load washers & dryers and plentiful storage for your paddleboards and bikes. Three epoxied and redone garages provide additional storage and income opportunity. The spacious and newly furnished front patio is the perfect scene for your summer barbecues and gatherings. Last but not least enjoy peace of mind with a completely new sewer line from the property to the city main, as well as new plumbing and electrical. The property has the potential to gross over $200,000 in short-term rental income.
Walking distance to the beach, bay, restaurants, boutiques, and world famous Wedge surf spot, this property offers the quintessential Newport lifestyle. The Peninsula Point is famous for its iconic festivities, including the Christmas Boat Parade, 4th of July parade and fireworks, Friday night potlucks at the private Bay Beach, the private tennis club. This is a rare chance to place your stake amongst some of the most prized and sought-after real estate in the world.
Property details for 1609 E Balboa Boulevard
This fourplex sits in the Balboa Peninsula Point neighborhood of Newport Beach in Orange County. It has 2,756 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1949. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 048-191-08. Highlights include a fireplace, a three-car garage, an updated home, and Cape Cod architecture.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Quadruplex
- MLS Number
- OC21223383
- Year Built
- 1949
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 2,474
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.0568
- Levels
- Two
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Parking Spaces
- 3
- Parcel Number
- 04819108
- On Market Date
- 2021-10-08
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Built In Features, Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Multiple Staircases, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Paneling Wainscoting, Stone Counters, Storage
- Appliances
- Barbecue, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Carpet, Vinyl
- Heating
- Wall Furnace
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Living Room
- Laundry
- Common Area, Inside, Laundry Room
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Accessibility
- Safe Emergency Egress From Home
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Cape Cod, Craftsman
- Exterior Features
- Barbecue
- Construction
- Stucco
- Lot Features
- Two To Five Units Acre
- Parking
- Garage, Private, Garage Faces Rear
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Units
- 4
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Balboa Peninsula Point (BLPP)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Street Lights, Sidewalks
The record
Property History for 1609 E Balboa Boulevard
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 20, 2021 | Sold | $3,850,000 | |
| Oct 31, 2021 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Oct 24, 2021 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Oct 8, 2021 | Listed for sale | $3,850,000 | |
| Jul 24, 2020 | Sold | $2,200,000 | Coldwell Banker Realty |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 1609 E Balboa Boulevard
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, 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.
Internet and charging
- Fixed internet
Fiber: AT&T, up to 5,000 Mbps, at 23 of 25 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Spectrum, up to 1,000 Mbps, at 25 of 25. Fixed wireless: GeoLinks, up to 1,000 Mbps, at 4 of 25.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590628001030, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.9 miles away (5 Level 2 ports). 146 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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Listed by Giovanne Helou of The Oppenheim Group
Listing information updated Jul 24, 2023 at 5:17 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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