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1523 Dolphin Terrace, Corona Del Mar
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$14,299,000
25 Days On Site

1523 Dolphin Terrace
Corona Del Mar, CA 92625

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
3
Beds
3
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
3,244
SqFt
$4,408
/SqFt
2015
Built
Subdivision:
Irvine Terrace (IRVT)
County:
Orange
Listed by Paul Daftarian of Luxe Real Estate paul@daftariangroup.com
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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.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$14,299,000
Days On Site 
25 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
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
4 weeks agoListing first seen on site
4 weeks agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Acres 
0.2732
Attached Garage 
Yes
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Land Lease 
No
Levels 
One
Number Of Stories 
1
Parking 
AttachedDirect AccessDrivewayGarage Faces FrontGarage
Parking Spaces 
2
Property Condition 
Updated/Remodeled
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Security SystemCarbon Monoxide Detector(s)Smoke Detector(s)
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
Style 
Contemporary
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
R-1
Interior Features
Appliances 
Built-In RangeDouble OvenDishwasherFreezerGas CooktopDisposalGas OvenGas RangeIce MakerMicrowaveRefrigeratorRange HoodSelf Cleaning OvenWater HeaterInstant Hot Water
Cooling 
Central AirZoned
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
GasLiving Room
Flooring 
StoneWood
Heating 
Central
Interior 
Breakfast BarBuilt-in FeaturesEat-in KitchenHigh CeilingsOpen FloorplanPantryStone CountersRecessed LightingWired for SoundWalk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features 
InsideLaundry Room
Main Level Bedrooms 
3
Spa 
Yes
Bathroom 
Features - Stone Counters
Dining Room 
EntryFoyer 
Kitchen 
Laundry 
Living Room 
Master Bathroom 
Master Bedroom 
Other 
Features - Walk-In Closet(s)
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Stone
Exterior 
BarbecueLighting
Lot Features 
Sloped Down
Pool Features 
PrivateHeatedIn Ground
Private Pool 
Yes
Roof 
Flat
Spa 
Yes
Spa Features 
HeatedIn GroundPrivate
View 
BayCity LightsHarborNeighborhoodOceanPanoramic
Waterview 
BayCity LightsHarborNeighborhoodOceanPanoramic
Community Features
Accessibility Features 
Safe Emergency Egress from Home
Association Amenities 
ManagementSecurity
Association Fee 
$60.0
Association Fee Frequency 
Monthly
Community Features 
CurbsSuburbanSidewalksPark
MLS Area 
CS - Corona Del Mar - Spyglass
School District 
Newport Mesa Unified
Financing Terms Available 
Cash
Building Access 
Front Door
Schools
School District
Newport Mesa Unified
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
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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 harbor 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.

Property History

1523 Dolphin Terrace last sold in March 2014 for $5,295,000.

  • Listed for sale August 16, 2026 at $14,299,000
  • Sold March 2014 for $5,295,000 (HOM Sotheby's International Re)

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.

In Irvine Terrace, 8 single-family homes have closed in the last 90 days at a median of $8,225,000, based on recorded MLS closings. The median was 81 days on market before going under contract.

Estimated monthly payment

6.71% · 30-yr fixed
$
$105,470/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $1,429,900 down
Principal & interest$83,127
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
$90,872/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $2,859,800 down
Principal & interest$73,891
Property tax (est. 1.07%)$12,750
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$4,171
HOA from listing$60
$81,635/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $4,289,700 down
Principal & interest$64,654
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 6.71% (week of Sep 3, 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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