4204 River Avenue, Newport Beach, CA 92663
- 6 beds
- 4 baths
- 3,202 sq ft
- Built 1955
$5,500,000
Subdivision West Newport Beach
7 duplexes sold in the past 12 months · median $4,100,000
The home
About 4204 River Avenue
RARE NEWPORT BEACH WATERFRONT OPPORTUNITY WITH DUAL WATER FRONTAGE AND PRIVATE BOAT DOCK! Acquire a distinctive waterfront property combining boating access, income potential, and redevelopment possibilities in desirable Newport Beach. Situated on an approximately 4,500-square-foot lot along the Newport Canal, 4204 River Avenue is a compelling opportunity for investors, builders, boating enthusiasts, and buyers looking to create their dream waterfront residence.
The property is legally a duplex and configured as three living areas, with approximately 3,202 square feet of existing improvements, six bedrooms, and four bathrooms. While the property requires renovation, its versatile configuration creates several potential investment strategies. Renovate and explore its rental income potential, enjoy waterfront living while generating supplemental income, or pursue plans for a custom luxury waterfront residence. For developers, the existing set up may offer the advantage of generating rental income to help offset carrying costs while architectural plans, permits, and redevelopment approvals are pursued.
What truly sets this property apart is its waterfront setting. Dual water frontage, a private dock, and beautiful canal surroundings create a unique opportunity to embrace the Newport Beach boating lifestyle. Imagine stepping outside to enjoy your boat, kayak, or paddleboard, spending afternoons exploring the harbor, and returning home to the tranquility of life along the water. Just a short distance from the sandy beaches of the Balboa Peninsula, neighborhood parks, coastal restaurants, and shopping, the location offers an exceptional combination of recreation, convenience, and coastal charm.
For those with vision, the possibilities extend well beyond the existing structure. Whether your goal is to establish a waterfront income property, secure a personal coastal retreat with supplemental rental income, or design and build an extraordinary custom residence, here is a chance to invest in the location today and unlock its potential for tomorrow.
Opportunities combining waterfront land, a private boat dock, income potential, and redevelopment possibilities are increasingly difficult to find in Newport Beach. The true value is in the land, the waterfront setting, and the opportunity to create something exceptional. All uses, rental configurations, dock rights, and redevelopment possibilities are subject to independent verification and applicable approvals.
Property details for 4204 River Avenue
This 6-bedroom, 4-bath duplex sits in the West Newport Beach neighborhood of Newport Beach in Orange County. It offers 3,202 square feet of living space and is listed at $5,500,000, about $1,718 per square foot. The home was built in 1955. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 423-293-04. Highlights include ocean and marina views, bay frontage, single-story living, an attached three-car garage, and bungalow 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
- $5,500,000
- Days On Site
- New Today
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 3,202 sqft
- Total Baths
- 4
- Full Baths
- 4
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- N/A
- Year Built
- 1955
- MLS® Number
- OC26229647
- Status
- Active
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Duplex
- MLS Number
- OC26229647
- Year Built
- 1955
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 3,202
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 4,443
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.102
- Levels
- One, Two
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Full Baths
- 4
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Parking Spaces
- 3
- View
- Canal, City Lights, Marina, Ocean, Water
- Parcel Number
- 42329304
- On Market Date
- 2026-10-23
- Listing Terms
- Trust
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- In Law Floorplan, Unfurnished, All Bedrooms Up, All Bedrooms Down, Multiple Primary Suites
- Appliances
- Gas Oven
- Flooring
- Carpet
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- Inside
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Accessibility
- Adaptable For Elevator, Other
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Kitchen, Primary Bedroom
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Bungalow
- Exterior Features
- Boat Slip, Dock
- Lot Features
- Level, Street Level
- Patio and Porch
- Deck, Open, Patio
- Parking
- Direct Access, Door Single, Garage, Off Street, Workshop In Garage
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Fixer
- Units
- 2
Community Features
- Subdivision
- West Newport Beach (WSNB)
- Community Features
- Biking, Dog Park, Park, Water Sports
The record
Property History for 4204 River Avenue
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 23, 2026 | Price increased | $5,500,000 | From $5,200,000 |
| Oct 23, 2026 | Listed for sale | $5,200,000 | |
| Aug 3, 2016 | Sold | $2,100,000 | Broadmoor Realty |
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.32% · 30-yr fixed$
$42,620/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $550,000 down
Principal & interest$34,003
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$2,063
Property tax (est. 1.08%)$4,950
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$1,604
HOANot reported, not included
$36,779/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $1,100,000 down
Principal & interest$30,225
Property tax (est. 1.08%)$4,950
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$1,604
HOANot reported, not included
$33,001/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $1,650,000 down
Principal & interest$26,447
Property tax (est. 1.08%)$4,950
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$1,604
HOANot reported, not included
Estimated carrying cost
$6,554/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.08%)$4,950
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$1,604
HOANot reported, not included
Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.32% (week of Oct 22, 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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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.
West Newport Beach home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 7
- Median price
- $4,100,000
- Median days on market
- 67
- Median per sq ft
- $1,973
Recorded MLS closings of duplexes, Oct 16, 2025 to Oct 16, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent West Newport Beach sales
At $1,718 per square foot, this home's asking price is 13% below the West Newport Beach median of $1,973 for duplexes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent West Newport Beach sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 106 31st Street | Jul 10, 2026 | $4,175,000 | 1,534 | $2,722 | 95 |
| 203 Cedar Street A & B | Jun 18, 2026 | $2,650,000 | 1,804 | $1,469 | 67 |
| 304 33rd Street | Apr 23, 2026 | $2,170,000 | 1,100 | $1,973 | 128 |
| 3917 Seashore | Apr 23, 2026 | $5,500,000 | 2,433 | $2,261 | 0 |
| 213 41st | Apr 14, 2026 | $2,875,000 | 2,589 | $1,110 | 153 |
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Schools
School District for 4204 River Avenue
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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Listed by Paula Aragone of First Team Real Estate
Listing information updated Oct 23, 2026 at 10:53 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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