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55 Montecito, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625

  • 5 beds
  • 6 baths
  • 4,970 sq ft
  • 0.30-acre lot
  • Built 1995

MLS# OC26168723 · Listed Aug 6, 2026 · 64 Days On Site

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 offers 4,970 square feet of living space and is listed at $7,500,000, about $1,509 per square foot. 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, a 0.3-acre lot, and central air. 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
$7,500,000
Days On Site
64 Days
Bedrooms
5
Inside Area (SqFt)
4,970 sqft
Total Baths
6
Full Baths
5
Partial Baths
1
Lot Size
0.3021 Acres
Year Built
1995
MLS® Number
OC26168723
Status
Pending
Property Tax
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
$228.33 monthly
Sq Ft Source
Estimated

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

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

DateEventPriceNote
Aug 6, 2026 Listed for sale $8,500,000
Aug 5, 2020 Sold $4,150,000 Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Cost of ownership

Estimated monthly payment

7.28% · 30-yr fixed
$
$58,101/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $750,000 down
Principal & interest$46,184
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$2,813
Property tax (est. 1.07%)$6,688
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$2,188
HOA from listing$228
$50,157/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $1,500,000 down
Principal & interest$41,053
Property tax (est. 1.07%)$6,688
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$2,188
HOA from listing$228
$45,025/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $2,250,000 down
Principal & interest$35,921
Property tax (est. 1.07%)$6,688
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$2,188
HOA from listing$228
Estimated carrying cost
$9,104/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.07%)$6,688
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$2,188
HOA from listing$228

Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.28% (week of Oct 1, 2026); your rate will differ. A loan this size is typically a jumbo loan, which prices differently. Tax and insurance are modelled, not billed amounts; tax uses a typical Corona Del Mar rate, excluding Mello-Roos. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.

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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
123
Median price
$6,050,000
Median days on market
40
Median per sq ft
$2,073

Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 2, 2025 to Oct 2, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.

Price per square foot against recent Corona Del Mar sales

This home, asking 12-month median Recent sales, listed below

At $1,509 per square foot, this home's asking price is 27% below the Corona Del Mar median of $2,073 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.

Recent Corona Del Mar sales

AddressClosedPriceSq ftPer sq ftDays on market
2591 Point Del Mar Oct 1, 2026 $3,249,000 1,865 $1,742 121
3 White Water Drive Oct 1, 2026 $3,350,000 2,812 $1,191 154
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

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

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Location

Location

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Listed by John Russell of Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Listing information updated Oct 2, 2026 at 9:58 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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