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2600 Mesa Drive sold on August 5, 2024 for $22,850,000, 8.6% below the $25,000,000 asking price after 84 days on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.

Single Family ResidenceSold · Aug 5, 2024

2600 Mesa Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660

  • 6 beds
  • 8 baths
  • 6,895 sq ft
  • 3.50-acre lot
  • Built 1951

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$22,850,000

MLS# OC24072899

The home

About 2600 Mesa Drive

Nestled atop the serene bluff overlooking Newport Harbor's Back Bay, 2600 Mesa Drive presents a rare gem in Newport Beach - one of the largest residential lots in the city. This sprawling estate covers over 3.5 acres of meticulously landscaped grounds, offering unparalleled privacy and spectacular views of the entire Back Bay. The property features a single-level ranch home, spanning nearly 7,000 square feet of elegant living space, which has had the honor of hosting numerous presidents, vice presidents, governors, and other dignitaries, adding a rich historical layer to its allure. Designed with meticulous attention to detail, the home boasts 6 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms, offering ample space for luxury living and grand-scale entertaining. A testament to thoughtful design, the residence is positioned to capture the breathtaking morning sunrises from the east and the mesmerizing sunsets in the west. With 381 feet of view frontage, residents can enjoy panoramic vistas of the water, making every moment at home a picturesque experience. The estate's outdoor amenities are equally impressive, featuring a tennis court, a pool house, and a sparkling swimming pool, all designed to provide unparalleled outdoor living experiences. The property is zoned equestrian and is permitted stabling up to six horses. The property's architecture and layout were carefully planned to blend seamlessly with its natural surroundings, ensuring that each day is greeted with the sun's warming rays and concludes with a stunning display of color over the water. This exceptional estate offers a unique opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind piece of paradise in Newport Beach, where luxury meets natural beauty in perfect harmony, enriched by its legacy of distinguished guests.

Property details for 2600 Mesa Drive

This 6-bedroom, 8-bath single-family home sits in the Back Bay Custom Homes neighborhood of Newport Beach in Orange County. It has 6,895 square feet of living space on a 3.5-acre lot. The home was built in 1951. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 439-051-05. Highlights include coastline and Back Bay views, bay frontage, a private pool, a fireplace, single-story living, and a four-car garage.

Specifications

Home Details

General Features

Property Type
Single Family Residence
MLS Number
OC24072899
Year Built
1951
Living Area (sq ft)
6,895
Living Area Source
Plans
Lot Size (sq ft)
152,460
Lot Size (acres)
3.5
Levels
One
Bedrooms
6
Full Baths
6
Half Baths
2
Garage Spaces
4
Parking Spaces
4
View
Bay, Back Bay, Bluff, Coastline, Panoramic, Trees Woods, Water
Private Pool
Yes
Parcel Number
43905105
On Market Date
2024-04-24
Zoning
R1
Listing Terms
Standard, Trust

Interior Features

Interior Features
Wet Bar, Built In Features, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Track Lighting, Bar, Wood Product Walls, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Entrance Foyer, Jack And Jill Bath, Main Level Primary, Utility Room, Wine Cellar, Workshop
Appliances
Six Burner Stove, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Indoor Grill, Microwave, Refrigerator, Sump Pump
Flooring
Carpet, Wood
Heating
Radiant
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Bonus Room, Family Room, Living Room
Laundry
Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Main Level Bedrooms
6
Main Level Bathrooms
8
Entry Level
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls
Windows
Atrium, Bay Windows, Drapes, Screens
Accessibility
Parking, Accessible Hallways

Exterior Features

Architectural Style
Ranch
Exterior Features
Rain Gutters
Roof
Shake
Construction
Wood Siding
Foundation
Slab
Lot Features
Two To Five Units Acre, Bluff, Back Yard, Drip Irrigation Bubblers, Front Yard, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Horse Property, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Lot Over40000 Sqft, Landscaped, Near Park, Rectangular Lot, Rolling Slope, Ranch, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System, Street Level, Trees
Patio and Porch
Rear Porch, Concrete, Open, Patio
Parking
Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Door Multi, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gated, Off Street, Paved, Garage Faces Side
Fencing
Chain Link, Wood
Pool Features
Diving Board, Fenced, Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Private
Spa
See Remarks
Sewer
Holding Tank, Septic Type Unknown
Water
Public
Utilities
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Not Available, Water Connected, Overhead Utilities
Faces
Southwest
Units
1

Community Features

Subdivision
Back Bay Custom Homes (BBCS)
Community Features
Biking, Hiking, Horse Trails, Preserve Public Land, Suburban, Park
Security
Security System, Security Gate, Smoke Detectors

The record

Property History for 2600 Mesa Drive

DateEventPriceNote
Aug 5, 2024 Sold $22,850,000
Jul 30, 2024 Status changed to Pending From Active Under Contract
Jul 17, 2024 Status changed to Active Under Contract From Active
Apr 24, 2024 Listed for sale $25,000,000

No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.

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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
462
Median price
$4,354,000
Median days on market
22
Median per sq ft
$1,602

Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Nov 4, 2025 to Nov 4, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.

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Schools

Schools for 2600 Mesa Drive

As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.

High
Corona Del Mar
District
Newport Mesa Unified

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Listed by Brian Sperry of Coldwell Banker Realty

Listing information updated Aug 5, 2024 at 2:52 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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