$9,950,000
5Beds3Baths3,166SqFt
525 El Paseo DriveCorona Del Mar, CA 92625Irvine Terrace
1523 Dolphin Terrace, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625
- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 3,244 sq ft
- 0.27-acre lot
- Built 2015
$14,299,000
Subdivision Irvine Terrace
13 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $8,250,000
Open house
Open House
The home
About 1523 Dolphin Terrace
Located in one of the most coveted bluff front locations in all of Newport Beach, this single level contemporary estate captures unobstructed jaw dropping views spanning from the harbor entrance to Balboa Island and Peninsula beaches to Catalina Island, Palos Verdes, and beyond. Thoughtfully designed with architectural precision, the residence showcases soaring ceilings, open living spaces, and the finest materials: cut limestone floors and walls, imported marbles, custom bronze doors and windows, and rich teak, walnut, and mahogany millwork throughout. The great room with its striking limestone fireplace and dining area opens seamlessly to the view terraces, pool, and spa, embodying effortless indoor outdoor living. A gourmet kitchen is equipped with professional grade appliances, marble countertops, a butler’s pantry, and walls of glass that draw the outdoors in. The private primary suite is a true retreat, appointed with curvilinear walnut paneled walls, a spa inspired marble bath, and a custom fitted dressing room. Additional accommodations include a guest suite with ensuite bath, a den with bespoke built ins, and a two car garage. Set within the highly sought after community of Irvine Terrace, this residence offers rare front row living just moments from Newport Harbor, the Newport Beach Country Club, and world class shopping, dining, and entertainment at Fashion Island.
Property details for 1523 Dolphin Terrace
This 3-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Irvine Terrace neighborhood of Corona Del Mar in Orange County. It offers 3,244 square feet of living space and is listed at $14,299,000, about $4,408 per square foot. The home was built in 2015. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 050-281-14. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a private pool and spa, a fireplace, single-story living, an attached two-car garage, and a 0.27-acre 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
- $14,299,000
- Days On Site
- 49 Days
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 3,244 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 0.2732 Acres
- Year Built
- 2015
- MLS® Number
- OC26178347
- Status
- Active
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $60 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26178347
- Year Built
- 2015
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 3,244
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 11,900
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.2732
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Bay, Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Harbor, Neighborhood, Ocean, Panoramic
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $60
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- IRVINE TERRACE COMMUNITY ASSN
- Parcel Number
- 05028114
- On Market Date
- 2026-08-16
- Zoning
- R-1
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Wired For Sound, Instant Hot Water, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Built In Range, Barbecue, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Stone, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
- Fireplace
- Gas, Living Room
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 3
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Accessibility
- Safe Emergency Egress From Home, Parking
- Rooms
- Other, Bathroom, Kitchen, Dining Room, Entry Foyer, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Contemporary
- Exterior Features
- Lighting
- Roof
- Flat
- Lot Features
- Sloped Down, Near Park, Sprinkler System, Walkstreet
- Parking
- Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage
- Pool Features
- Heated, In Ground, Private
- Spa
- Heated, In Ground, Private
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Irvine Terrace (IRVT)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Storm Drains, Suburban, Sidewalks, Park
- Association Amenities
- Management, Security
- Security
- Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 1523 Dolphin Terrace
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 16, 2026 | Listed for sale | $14,299,000 | |
| Mar 3, 2014 | Sold | $5,295,000 | HOM Sotheby's International Re |
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.03% · 30-yr fixed$
$108,221/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $1,429,900 down
Principal & interest$85,878
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$5,362
Property tax (est. 1.07%)$12,750
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$4,171
HOA from listing$60
$93,317/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $2,859,800 down
Principal & interest$76,336
Property tax (est. 1.07%)$12,750
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$4,171
HOA from listing$60
$83,775/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $4,289,700 down
Principal & interest$66,794
Property tax (est. 1.07%)$12,750
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$4,171
HOA from listing$60
Estimated carrying cost
$16,981/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.07%)$12,750
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$4,171
HOA from listing$60
Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.03% (week of Sep 24, 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.
Irvine Terrace home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 13
- Median price
- $8,250,000
- Median days on market
- 99
- Median per sq ft
- $2,154
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Sep 27, 2025 to Sep 27, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent Irvine Terrace sales
At $4,408 per square foot, this home's asking price is 105% above the Irvine Terrace median of $2,154 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Irvine Terrace sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1535 Dolphin Terrace | Aug 19, 2026 | $12,250,000 | 3,312 | $3,699 | 139 |
| 1430 Dolphin Terrace | Aug 17, 2026 | $7,682,000 | 3,995 | $1,923 | 12 |
| 1231 Dolphin | Aug 10, 2026 | $19,000,000 | 6,232 | $3,049 | 129 |
| 712 K Thanga | Jul 24, 2026 | $7,595,000 | 3,788 | $2,005 | 6 |
| 600 Ramona | Jul 10, 2026 | $8,250,000 | 3,830 | $2,154 | 32 |
Schools
School District for 1523 Dolphin Terrace
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Newport Mesa Unified.
Living in Corona Del Mar covers its schools, parks and beaches.
Location
Location
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Listed by Paul Daftarian of Luxe Real Estate
Listing information updated Oct 3, 2026 at 4:18 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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