$3,895,000
3Beds5Baths2,595SqFt
428 E Bay AvenueNewport Beach, CA 92661Balboa Peninsula (Residential)
122 Crystal, Newport Beach, CA 92662
- 4 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,497 sq ft
- Built 1947
$3,875,000
Subdivision Balboa Island - Little Island
The home
About 122 Crystal
Located in the coveted 100 block of Crystal on Little Balboa Island, this classic coastal cottage exudes timeless charm. The 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence is defined by a light-filled interior, original hardwood floors, and oversized windows that invite the outdoors in. A standout feature is the charming study, with French doors opening onto a spacious interior courtyard—a private oasis offering ample room for entertaining and relaxation. The property further offers a well-appointed studio apartment over the garage, perfect as a guest suite or executive home office. With utilities already underground, this peaceful enclave offers a serene retreat just moments from the market, boutiques and restaurants of Marine Avenue, an exceptional blend of vintage island character and a vibrant island lifestyle.
Property details for 122 Crystal
This 4-bedroom, 3-bath duplex sits in the Balboa Island - Little Island neighborhood of Newport Beach in Orange County. It offers 1,497 square feet of living space and is listed at $3,875,000, about $2,589 per square foot. The home was built in 1947. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 050-183-03. Highlights include a fireplace, an attached one-car garage, and French provincial architecture. 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
- $3,875,000
- Days On Site
- New Today
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,497 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- N/A
- Year Built
- 1947
- MLS® Number
- OC26206578
- Status
- Coming Soon
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Duplex
- MLS Number
- OC26206578
- Year Built
- 1947
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,497
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 2,614
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.06
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 1
- Parking Spaces
- 1
- View
- None
- Parcel Number
- 05018303
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- All Bedrooms Up
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Bathroom
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Cottage, French Provincial
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre
- Patio and Porch
- Brick, Concrete, Open, Patio
- Parking
- Door Single, Garage, Garage Faces Rear
- Pool Features
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
- Units
- 2
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Balboa Island - Little Island (BALL)
- Community Features
- Storm Drains, Sidewalks, Water Sports
The record
Property History for 122 Crystal
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | Listed for sale | $3,875,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.03% · 30-yr fixed$
$29,344/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $387,500 down
Principal & interest$23,273
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$1,453
Property tax (est. 1.08%)$3,488
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$1,130
HOANot reported, not included
$25,305/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $775,000 down
Principal & interest$20,687
Property tax (est. 1.08%)$3,488
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$1,130
HOANot reported, not included
$22,719/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $1,162,500 down
Principal & interest$18,101
Property tax (est. 1.08%)$3,488
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$1,130
HOANot reported, not included
Estimated carrying cost
$4,618/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.08%)$3,488
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$1,130
HOANot reported, not included
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 Newport Beach rate, excluding Mello-Roos. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.
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The neighborhood
About Newport Beach
Set along the Pacific in Orange County, Newport Beach surrounds Newport Harbor, where Balboa Island, Lido Isle, and the Balboa Peninsula frame one of California's largest recreational harbors. The city stretches from the Balboa and Newport piers to Corona del Mar and Fashion Island, within the Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
Newport Beach home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 37
- Median price
- $3,835,000
- Median days on market
- 47
- Median per sq ft
- $1,811
Recorded MLS closings of duplexes, Sep 29, 2025 to Sep 29, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent Newport Beach sales
At $2,589 per square foot, this home's asking price is 43% above the Newport Beach median of $1,811 for duplexes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Newport Beach sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 224 Amethyst | Sep 29, 2026 | $3,736,710 | 2,805 | $1,332 | 115 |
| 210 Opal | Sep 25, 2026 | $3,750,000 | 2,024 | $1,853 | 11 |
| 3709 W Balboa | Sep 14, 2026 | $2,200,000 | 600 | $3,667 | 47 |
| 2212 Laurel | Sep 3, 2026 | $3,235,000 | 2,000 | $1,618 | 8 |
| 510 Avocado | Aug 27, 2026 | $3,720,000 | 3,194 | $1,165 | 8 |
Schools
School District for 122 Crystal
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Newport Mesa Unified.
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Location
Location
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Listed by Georgie Fenton of Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing information updated Oct 6, 2026 at 9:14 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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