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1589 E Ocean Boulevard sold on October 14, 2025 for $3,200,000, at the asking price on its first day on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
1589 E Ocean Boulevard, Newport Beach, CA 92661
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,664 sq ft
- 2,450 sq ft lot
- Built 1968
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$3,200,000
Subdivision Balboa Peninsula (Residential)
27 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $7,300,000
The home
About 1589 E Ocean Boulevard
Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a 36x70 premium lot on the Newport Beach Peninsula. 1589 E Ocean Boulevard offers the chance to build your dream home in one of Southern California’s most iconic coastal communities. The existing single-family residence is a tear-down, and the true value lies in the land and location. Surrounded by multimillion-dollar estates and architecturally significant homes, this parcel is ideal for creating a custom residence that reflects the luxury and lifestyle of the neighborhood.
Located just steps from the sand and surf, with ocean breezes and sunset views. Close to the Newport Pier, Lido Marina Village, and a variety of dining, shopping, recreation options, and close proximity to The Wedge, Newport’s legendary surf and skimboarding destination. Enjoy a lifestyle defined by beach mornings, bike rides, and relaxed coastal living.
Generous lot dimensions offer excellent build potential. Zoned for single-family residential use, with utilities on site. Buyer to verify development options with the city. This is more than a lot—it’s a rare chance to create something iconic in a community where opportunities like this are few and far between. Sold while processing paperwork.
Property details for 1589 E Ocean Boulevard
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the Balboa Peninsula (Residential) neighborhood of Newport Beach in Orange County. It has 1,664 square feet of living space on a 2,450-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1968. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 048-202-41. Highlights include ocean and coastline views, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, and mid-century modern architecture.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- PW25176224
- Year Built
- 1968
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,664
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 2,450
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.0562
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Coastline, Ocean
- Parcel Number
- 04820241
- On Market Date
- 2025-10-02
- Zoning
- R1
- Listing Terms
- Third Party Approval, Trust
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Balcony, Ceiling Fans, High Ceilings, Sunken Living Room, Tile Counters, Bedroom On Main Level
- Appliances
- Built In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplaces
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Gas, Living Room, Wood Burning
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Bay Windows
- Doors
- Sliding Doors
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Mid Century Modern
- Roof
- Clay, Flat, Spanish Tile
- Construction
- Block, Stone, Stucco, Synthetic Stucco
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Lawn, Rectangular Lot, Street Level, Tear Down, Value In Land
- Patio and Porch
- None
- Parking
- Door Multi, Direct Access, Garage, Garage Faces Rear, On Street
- Fencing
- Stone, Wood
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Fixer, Repairs Major
- Faces
- West
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Balboa Peninsula (Residential) (BALP)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Fishing, Preserve Public Land, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Water Sports, Marina
The record
Property History for 1589 E Ocean Boulevard
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 18, 2026 | Sold | $4,000,000 | Coldwell Banker Realty |
| Oct 14, 2025 | Sold | $3,200,000 | |
| Oct 2, 2025 | Listed for sale | $3,200,000 |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 1589 E Ocean Boulevard
We looked up this home's map point in public government maps. These facts are not part of the MLS listing.
Hazard zones
- Flood zone
Zone X, 0.2 percent annual chance flood hazard. Outside FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area.
FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, FIRM panel 06059C0382K effective March 21, 2019. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
Not in a fire hazard severity zone on the State Fire Marshal's map.
CAL FIRE, State Fire Marshal map for Local Responsibility Areas, March 24, 2025. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Earthquake fault zone
Outside the Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones.
California Geological Survey, Earthquake Fault Zones map, Newport Beach quadrangle, released July 1, 1986. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Liquefaction zone
Inside a Seismic Hazard Zone for liquefaction.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Newport Beach quadrangle, released April 15, 1998. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Landslide zone
Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Newport Beach quadrangle, released April 15, 1998. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Tsunami hazard area
Inside the Tsunami Hazard Area on the State's evacuation planning map.
California Geological Survey and Cal OES, Tsunami Hazard Area map for Orange County (2021). Checked October 15, 2026.
Internet and charging
- Fixed internet
Fiber: AT&T, up to 5,000 Mbps, at 41 of 41 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Spectrum, up to 1,000 Mbps, at 41 of 41. Fixed wireless: T-Mobile, up to 100 Mbps, at 34 of 41.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590628001021, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.9 miles away (5 Level 2 ports). 146 public charging ports within 3 miles.
U.S. Department of Energy, Alternative Fuels Data Center. Straight-line distance. Checked October 15, 2026.
These facts are for the listing's map point, which can sit off the lot. A zone line can also cross a lot, and agencies revise their maps. In cities, the fire zone line follows the State Fire Marshal's 2025 map; each city adopts its own map and may add areas. These lines are not a Natural Hazard Disclosure. Check the official maps and the seller's disclosures before you rely on them. Sources for the earthquake zone lines: Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones (2025). Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Seismic Hazard Zones (2025).
Official maps
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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.
Balboa Peninsula (Residential) home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 27
- Median price
- $7,300,000
- Median days on market
- 35
- Median per sq ft
- $2,501
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Nov 4, 2025 to Nov 4, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Balboa Peninsula (Residential) sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1123 E Balboa | Oct 25, 2026 | $10,900,000 | 2,851 | $3,823 | 36 |
| 915 W Bay Avenue | Oct 19, 2026 | $4,921,000 | 2,270 | $2,168 | 3 |
| 3603 Lake Avenue | Oct 5, 2026 | $4,550,000 | 2,200 | $2,068 | 0 |
| 1440 W Bay Avenue | Sep 9, 2026 | $9,125,000 | 3,264 | $2,796 | 0 |
| 3601 Lake Avenue | Sep 4, 2026 | $4,500,000 | 2,200 | $2,045 | 7 |
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Schools
Schools for 1589 E Ocean Boulevard
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- High
- Newport
- District
- Newport Mesa Unified
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Listing information updated Oct 16, 2025 at 10:49 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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