
Sold
251 Driftwood Road sold on November 10, 2025 for $5,750,000, 11.5% below the $6,495,000 asking price after 97 days on the market; it was first listed at $6,995,000. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.

251 Driftwood Road, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625
- 2 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,604 sq ft
- 9,374 sq ft lot
- Built 1953
Subdivision Shore Cliffs
The home
About 251 Driftwood Road
Gracefully positioned on a desirable corner lot with coastal panoramas in the exclusive seaside enclave of Shore Cliffs, 251 Driftwood Rd presents a rare and exciting opportunity to reimagine a coastal home in one of Corona del Mar’s most desirable communities. Plans have been conceptualized by award winning Brandon Architects for an approximately 5,600 square foot warm transitional-style two-story estate featuring 5 bedrooms plus a den, 5.5 bathrooms, a 3-car garage, elevator, expansive open-concept living spaces, a dramatic ocean-view rooftop deck, and a luxurious primary suite with sweeping views of the Pacific. Designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living, the future residence would also include a pool/spa, outdoor cabana, and covered living room ideal for entertaining. Currently, the property is a charming single-level 2 bedroom + bonus room, 3 bath residence with a private pool. The existing home offers a thoughtful layout, ocean views from the living area, and a tranquil courtyard setting. Situated just steps from multiple world-class beaches—including exclusive access to a private gated beach for Shore Cliffs residents—and within walking distance to the shops and restaurants of the Corona del Mar Village, this property offers a quintessential blend of comfort, lifestyle, and proximity . Delight in effortless access to Fashion Island, Pelican Hill Resort, Crystal Cove’s scenic trails and promenade, and John Wayne Airport. Whether you envision building your dream home or securing a trophy redevelopment opportunity, 251 Driftwood Rd offers the ideal foundation for a custom estate that captures the essence of coastal California living.
Property details for 251 Driftwood Road
This 2-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Shore Cliffs neighborhood of Corona Del Mar in Orange County. It offers 1,604 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1953. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 052-192-16. Highlights include ocean views, a private pool, a fireplace, single-story living, an attached two-car garage, and a 9,374-square-foot lot. The detail sections on this page cover interior and exterior features, estimated taxes, HOA dues where they apply, and the map location.
Specifications
Home Details
At a glance
- Price
- $5,750,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,604 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 3
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 9,374 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1953
- MLS® Number
- OC25073087
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $90 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC25073087
- Year Built
- 1953
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,604
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 9,375
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.2152
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full Baths
- 3
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 6
- View
- Neighborhood, Ocean
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $1,080
- HOA Frequency
- Annually
- HOA Name
- Shore Cliffs
- Parcel Number
- 05219216
- On Market Date
- 2025-04-04
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Area, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile
- Heating
- None
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Family Room
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 3
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- End Unit, No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Bungalow, Cottage
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Rectangular Lot, Street Level
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage, Public, On Street
- Pool Features
- In Ground, Private
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Condition
- Fixer
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Shore Cliffs (SHOR)
- Community Features
- Biking, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Park, Suburban, Water Sports
- Association Amenities
- Management, Other
The record
Property History for 251 Driftwood Road
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 10, 2025 | Sold | $5,750,000 | |
| Apr 4, 2025 | Listed for sale | $6,995,000 | |
| Apr 4, 2019 | Sold | $3,325,000 | Realty Benefit |
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The neighborhood
About Corona del Mar
Corona del Mar is a seaside community of Newport Beach in Orange County, set along Pacific Coast Highway above the shoreline, with Corona del Mar State Beach (Big Corona) and Little Corona del Mar Beach below the bluffs. Its walkable Village connects to Sherman Library and Gardens, Lookout Point, and Inspiration Point, within the Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
Corona Del Mar home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 122
- Median price
- $6,125,000
- Median days on market
- 40
- Median per sq ft
- $2,095
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Sep 27, 2025 to Sep 27, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Corona Del Mar sales
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Drakes Bay Drive | Sep 24, 2026 | $6,500,000 | 4,423 | $1,470 | 150 |
| 4645 Roxbury | Sep 21, 2026 | $5,500,000 | 2,555 | $2,153 | 0 |
| 224 Iris Avenue | Sep 21, 2026 | $6,200,000 | 3,051 | $2,032 | 0 |
| 15 Beachcomber | Sep 17, 2026 | $3,200,000 | 2,393 | $1,337 | 94 |
| 1106 Sandpiper Drive | Sep 16, 2026 | $7,550,000 | 3,567 | $2,117 | 14 |
Schools
School District for 251 Driftwood Road
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The MLS record lists the school district as Newport Mesa Unified.
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Listed by Paul Daftarian of Luxe Real Estate
Listing information updated Nov 10, 2025 at 1:17 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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