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55 Montecito sold on October 19, 2026 for $6,900,000, 8% below the $7,500,000 asking price after 43 days on the market; it was first listed at $8,500,000. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
55 Montecito, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625
- 5 beds
- 6 baths
- 4,970 sq ft
- 0.30-acre lot
- Built 1995
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$6,900,000
Subdivision Spyglass Hill Custom
The home
About 55 Montecito
Perched high within the prestigious enclave of Spyglass Hill, 55 Montecito presents a rare opportunity to experience sweeping panoramic views that stretch across the Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island, Newport Harbor, sparkling city lights, unforgettable sunsets, and seasonal fireworks. Behind private gates, this exceptional estate offers resort-inspired living in one of Corona del Mar's most coveted neighborhoods.
A lush tropical setting welcomes you home with mature landscaping, cascading waterfalls, a sparkling pool and spa, generous outdoor entertaining spaces, and an additional private spa and fire pit overlooking the spectacular backdrop. Inside, a dramatic two-story foyer, soaring ceilings, sweeping staircase, and walls of French doors create a grand first impression while seamlessly connecting the elegant interiors with the breathtaking outdoor setting.
Designed for both everyday comfort and effortless entertaining, the expansive floor plan offers five bedrooms, five-and-one-half bathrooms, and multiple flexible living spaces. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite captures magnificent ocean and harbor views from its private balcony and is complemented by a secondary en-suite bedroom and an expansive den, each enhanced by fireplaces and access to viewing balconies. The main level features an additional en-suite bedroom with patio access, two secondary bedrooms—including one with a private entrance and en-suite bath—a library, large laundry room, powder bath, and a versatile bonus room ideal for a gym, media room, or playroom.
The chef's kitchen is equipped with Sub-Zero refrigeration, quality appliances, abundant custom cabinetry, and a generous breakfast bar that opens to the inviting family room with fireplace and casual dining area—all positioned to enjoy the remarkable views. Formal living and dining rooms provide elegant spaces for entertaining, complete with a fireplace, built-in bar, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow.
While the residence presents an opportunity for thoughtful updating, its exceptional setting, generous scale, timeless architecture, and truly unmatched panoramic views create an extraordinary canvas for those seeking one of Spyglass Hill's premier locations. Properties offering this combination of privacy, views, and potential are exceptionally rare, making 55 Montecito an outstanding opportunity to reimagine a remarkable coastal estate.
Property details for 55 Montecito
This 5-bedroom, 6-bath single-family home sits in the Spyglass Hill Custom neighborhood of Corona Del Mar in Orange County. It has 4,970 square feet of living space on a 0.3-acre lot. The home was built in 1995. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 461-012-14. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a private pool and spa, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, central air, and Mediterranean architecture.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26168723
- Year Built
- 1995
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 4,970
- Living Area Source
- Estimated
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 13,160
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.3021
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full Baths
- 5
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Bay, Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Harbor, Marina, Mountains, Ocean, Panoramic, Water
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $685
- HOA Frequency
- Quarterly
- HOA Name
- Spyglass Hill Comm Assoc
- Parcel Number
- 46101214
- On Market Date
- 2026-08-06
- Listing Terms
- Standard
- HOA fees
- $228.33 monthly
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar, Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, Pantry, Bedroom On Main Level, Entrance Foyer, Main Level Primary, Multiple Primary Suites, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater, Warming Drawer, Water Purifier
- Flooring
- Carpet, Stone
- Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Fireplaces, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air, Dual, Electric
- Fireplace
- Den, Gas, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Laundry
- Laundry Chute, Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 3
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Doors
- Sliding Doors
- Accessibility
- Safe Emergency Egress From Home, Accessible Hallways
- Rooms
- Entry Foyer, Kitchen, Bathroom, Dining Room, Other, Exercise Room, Primary Bedroom, Family Room, Laundry, Foyer
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Mediterranean
- Exterior Features
- Rain Gutters, Fire Pit
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Near Park, Sprinkler System
- Patio and Porch
- Brick, Patio
- Parking
- Door Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Fencing
- Block, Wrought Iron
- Pool Features
- In Ground, Private
- Spa
- In Ground, Private
- Sewer
- Sewer Tap Paid
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Spyglass Hill Custom (SPYC)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Park
- Association Amenities
- Playground
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 55 Montecito
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 19, 2026 | Sold | $6,900,000 | |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Sep 18, 2026 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Sep 9, 2026 | Price reduced | $7,500,000 | From $7,950,000 |
| Sep 1, 2026 | Status changed to Active | From Active Under Contract | |
| Aug 28, 2026 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Hold | |
| Aug 25, 2026 | Status changed to Hold | From Active | |
| Aug 19, 2026 | Price reduced | $7,950,000 | From $8,500,000 |
| Aug 6, 2026 | Listed for sale | $8,500,000 | |
| Aug 5, 2020 | Sold | $4,150,000 | Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 55 Montecito
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 06059C0401J effective December 3, 2009. 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
Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.
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 26 of 26 residential locations in this census block. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 2 of 26.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590626455014, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.2 miles away (ChargePoint, 2 Level 2 ports). 339 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 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
- 130
- Median price
- $5,931,250
- Median days on market
- 38
- Median per sq ft
- $2,052
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 Corona Del Mar sales
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| 525 El Paseo Drive | Oct 28, 2026 | $9,800,000 | 3,166 | $3,095 | 153 |
| 53 Montecito Drive | Oct 27, 2026 | $16,999,000 | 7,584 | $2,241 | 19 |
| 283 Morning Canyon Road | Oct 26, 2026 | $5,812,500 | 3,367 | $1,726 | 0 |
Schools
Schools for 55 Montecito
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Lincoln
- Middle
- Corona Del Mar
- High
- Corona Del Mar
- District
- Newport Mesa Unified
Living in Corona Del Mar covers its schools, parks and beaches.
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Listed by John Russell of Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Listing information updated Oct 19, 2026 at 6:56 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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