55 Montecito, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625
- 5 beds
- 6 baths
- 4,970 sq ft
- 0.30-acre lot
- Built 1995
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 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
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 fixedEstimate 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
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
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days 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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