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8 Cape Danbury sold on January 31, 2024 for $5,425,000, 1.3% below the $5,495,000 asking price after 57 days on the market; it was first listed at $5,995,000. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.
8 Cape Danbury, Newport Beach, CA 92660
- 4 beds
- 5 baths
- 4,519 sq ft
- 7,545 sq ft lot
- Built 1997
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$5,425,000
Subdivision Castaways
5 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $6,350,000
The home
About 8 Cape Danbury
Nestled in the highly acclaimed, guard-gated community of Castaways, on the enclave’s most desirable cul-de-sac, 8 Cape Danbury effortlessly blends Cape Cod charm with luxury beach living. Recently refreshed, this expanded and meticulously maintained 4,519 +/- s.f. coastal residence features an eminently livable floor plan comprised of expansive living spaces, 4 ensuite bedrooms, main level home office and a stunning art studio. Step through a rustic Dutch door into an entry foyer where reclaimed pine wood floors exude warmth and set the stage for the home’s remarkable flow. Tall ceilings throughout the main level create open and bright rooms that connect with the outdoors through large windows and multiple sets of French doors. A formal living room centers around a cozy fireplace and connects with a quaint front porch surrounded by lush landscaping. The adjacent formal dining room opens to a central courtyard that connects to the impressive rear grounds. A renovated chef’s kitchen is the heart of the home with stunning Calacatta marble and soapstone countertops, custom cabinetry, oversized center island, a full suite of professional-grade appliances, and a sunny breakfast room with views of the courtyard. Epitomizing open-concept living, the kitchen adjoins the family room that features a stone-clad fireplace and separate seating area. The first floor is completed by a 1,400-bottle climate-controlled wine room, designer-appointed powder room, and spacious laundry room. Upstairs, an appealing bedroom configuration awaits starting with a sumptuous primary suite complete with a fireplace, built-in cabinetry, renovated bathroom, expansive custom closet, and a balcony that draws in coastal breezes. Three additional bedroom suites and the art studio complete the second floor. Outside, professionally designed grounds exude charm and privacy and offer incredible entertaining amenities, including a renovated pool and spa with water features, gas fire pit, built-in BBQ and cooktop, wood-burning pizza oven, and separate chef’s pantry with built-in refrigerator. A 2-car garage with epoxy floors and built-in cabinetry completes this exemplary home. Set in a prime location within blocks of outdoor adventures, enjoy surf and sand, kayaking, paddleboarding & fishing, and access to scenic trails with breathtaking blufftop vistas of the bay and ocean. This exceptional locale is just minutes from Balboa Island, beaches, Fashion Island, John Wayne airport and more.
Property details for 8 Cape Danbury
This 4-bedroom, 5-bath single-family home sits in the Castaways neighborhood of Newport Beach in Orange County. It has 4,519 square feet of living space on a 7,545-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1997. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 117-803-04. Highlights include a private pool and spa, a fireplace, a guard-gated community, an attached two-car garage, central air, and a turnkey home.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC23176845
- Year Built
- 1997
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 4,519
- Living Area Source
- Appraiser
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 7,545
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1732
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 4
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Courtyard, Pool
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $400
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Castaways
- Parcel Number
- 11780304
- On Market Date
- 2023-09-28
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Area, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, Unfurnished, Primary Suite, Walk In Pantry, Wine Cellar, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Barbecue, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Warming Drawer
- Flooring
- Wood
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Gas, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Outside, Wood Burning
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Cape Cod
- Exterior Features
- Barbecue, Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Cul De Sac, Landscaped, Near Park, Street Level
- Patio and Porch
- Concrete, Front Porch, Patio
- Parking
- Door Multi, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Pool Features
- In Ground, Private
- Spa
- Heated, Private
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Castaways (CAST)
- Community Features
- Suburban, Gated, Park
- Association Amenities
- Controlled Access, Maintenance Grounds, Guard, Security
- Security
- Gated With Guard, Gated Community, Gated With Attendant, Twenty Four Hour Security, Smoke Detectors, Security Guard
The record
Property History for 8 Cape Danbury
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 31, 2024 | Sold | $5,425,000 | |
| Jan 9, 2024 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Nov 27, 2023 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Nov 9, 2023 | Price reduced | $5,495,000 | From $5,995,000 |
| Sep 28, 2023 | Listed for sale | $5,995,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 8 Cape Danbury
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, area of minimal 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
Outside the liquefaction zones.
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
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.
- Airport noise
Outside John Wayne Airport's 60 dB CNEL noise contour, 0.5 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 5,000 Mbps, at 123 of 224 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Spectrum, up to 1,000 Mbps, at 220 of 224.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590630103001, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.2 miles away (ChargePoint, 2 Level 2 ports). 259 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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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.
Castaways home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 5
- Median price
- $6,350,000
- Median days on market
- 6
- Median per sq ft
- $1,678
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Nov 1, 2025 to Nov 1, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Castaways sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Cape Danbury | Oct 8, 2026 | $6,600,000 | 3,889 | $1,697 | 0 |
| 10 Cape Andover | Jul 24, 2026 | $5,400,000 | 4,060 | $1,330 | 64 |
| 31 Cape Andover | Jun 8, 2026 | $7,125,000 | 4,010 | $1,777 | 0 |
| 47 Cape Andover | Mar 17, 2026 | $6,010,000 | 3,989 | $1,507 | 6 |
| 57 Cape Andover | Nov 21, 2025 | $6,350,000 | 3,784 | $1,678 | 14 |
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Schools for 8 Cape Danbury
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- Elementary
- Mariners
- Middle
- Horace Ensign
- High
- Newport Harbor
- District
- Newport Mesa Unified
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Listed by John Cain of Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Listing information updated Feb 1, 2024 at 6:28 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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