Dover Shores Homes for Sale

Dover Shores is a small, well regarded neighborhood in Newport Beach, known for larger lots and bay and Back Bay views on streets such as Galaxy Drive, Evening Star Drive and Santiago Drive. Few homes come to market at any one time, so timing and pricing matter. We represent buyers and sellers here, and the live listings below update throughout the day.

Dover Shores Market Snapshot

Over the past six months, 4 Dover Shores homes closed. They averaged roughly $7.8 million, ranging from about $4.4 million to $11 million, at around $1,900 per square foot. With so few sales, one new build can move the average, so look at individual comparables rather than the average alone.

Source: MLS, rounded, as of October 2026. Figures change daily.

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Living in Dover Shores

Most Dover Shores homes were built in the mid 1960s and have since been expanded, remodeled or replaced. The neighborhood sits near the harbor and the Back Bay, with quick access to Coast Highway and the 73 freeway. Buyers often pay for the lot and the view first, then decide whether to remodel or rebuild. Confirm school assignments with the Newport-Mesa Unified School District before you buy.

What You Will Find

  • Single family homes on larger lots, with original 1960s homes and newer builds
  • Remodel and rebuild opportunities, including recent new construction
  • Pricing that is typically well above the Newport Beach median

Selling in Dover Shores

We represent sellers as well as buyers. In a neighborhood with this few sales, a pricing strategy built on the right comparables is everything. We will walk you through recent closings, active competition and how buyers are valuing views and lots right now.

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Dover Shores FAQ

How many homes sell in Dover Shores?

Only a handful in a typical six month period, which keeps inventory tight and makes each sale an important comparable.

What do Dover Shores homes cost?

Recent closings ranged from roughly $4.4 million to $11 million. For homes with water or bay views, also see ocean view homes in Newport Beach.

Can you value my Dover Shores home?

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Dover Shores Homes for Sale

1399 Galaxy Drive, Newport Beach
$11,995,000
5 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 26994801 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Set within the prestigious Dover Shores enclave and directly across from Galaxy Park, this newly constructed residence by Abode Design + Build showcases sweeping 180-degree views from the Back Bay to Newport Harbor, delivering a refined expression of modern coastal living across nearly 6,000 square feet of indoor-outdoor space. The main home offers four bedrooms and four-and-a-half bathrooms, enhanced by a detached guest retreat with its own bedroom, bath, living area, and kitchenette for elevated privacy and flexibility. At its center, a chef's kitchen features top-tier appliances, custom cabinetry, and a statement island, opening to expansive, light-filled living areas finished with exceptional attention to detail. A dramatic glass-enclosed wine display anchors the entry, while the outdoor grounds are designed as a private resort, complete with a full outdoor kitchen and pizza oven, pool and spa, multiple fire features, bocce court, putting green, and a pool bath with steam shower and sauna, creating a seamless blend of luxury, comfort, and resort-style living in one of Newport Beach's most coveted locations.

1399 Galaxy Drive, Newport Beach
1542 Galaxy Drive, Newport Beach
$8,995,000
7 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ NP26186669 MLS ⋅ Active Status
You can build a home. You cannot build this lot. On the bluff above the Back Bay in Dover Shores, 1542 Galaxy Drive is 18,321 square feet of land - approximately 93 feet wide and nearly 200 feet deep - with panoramic, unobstructed views across Upper Newport Bay to the bluffs and the Newport Center skyline. Here, the land is the luxury. What lies in the sightline is the Upper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve: protected open space of water, wetlands, bluffs, and sky. Morning fog over the marsh, egrets along the shallows, golden evening light across the water - the everyday backdrop of life here. The land is where the story begins. The 1964 residence on it is an opportunity to reimagine the site, and a complete design vision has already been created by architect Rory Foubister, with interiors by Lindye Galloway and construction envisioned by Well Done Builders. That concept is conceived as a reveal. From the street, almost nothing - a low stone wall, olive trees, a screened gate. Inside, a courtyard opens to the sky around a mature olive tree. Beyond it, the house gives way to a wall of glass, pool and lawn, and the whole bay. Envisioned at approximately 8000 square feet - five bedrooms, seven bathrooms, a gym and wellness center, a subterranean level with car turntable, and an ADU or executive office. The sequence is only possible because of the depth. Nearly 200 feet buys a courtyard at the heart of the plan, real separation between arrival, entertaining, and retreat, and outdoor rooms that work as rooms. For a buyer with a different vision, the opportunity is equally compelling. The value is not one set of plans. It is the scale, proportion, and setting of the land itself. Dover Shores is the quiet side of Newport - wide curving streets, mature landscaping, and a generation of new custom homes rising above the Back Bay. Launch a kayak at dawn, run the Back Bay Loop Trail from the edge of the neighborhood, and reach Newport Harbor, the beaches, Corona del Mar, and Fashion Island in minutes. Homes can be remodeled. Homes can be replaced. What cannot be recreated is the land beneath them, the scale around them, and a setting like this. APN 117-663-08. Existing residence built 1964. Plans and renderings are conceptual, subject to change and to governmental approvals. Buyer to independently verify all dimensions, square footage, views, development potential, permits, approvals, schools, and other details.

1542 Galaxy Drive, Newport Beach
412 Evening Star, Newport Beach
$7,495,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ LG26163690 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Nestled along one of Dover Shores' most coveted stretches of waterfront, 412 Evening Star offers the rare combination of true single-level living, generous harbor frontage, and an exceptional coastal lifestyle. Situated on approximately 60 feet of Newport Harbor frontage, this classic Newport three-bedroom residence seamlessly blends timeless comfort with the ease of bayfront living. The home features bright, open living spaces designed to capture tranquil harbor views while flowing effortlessly to expansive outdoor entertaining areas. A brand-new private dock accommodates multiple vessels, making it an ideal retreat for boating enthusiasts with immediate access to Newport Harbor and beyond. Residents enjoy exclusive access to three private Dover Shores beaches, providing an unmatched waterfront lifestyle, while the nearby Newport Aquatic Center offers world-class rowing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and sailing just moments from your doorstep. Ideally located near the Back Bay, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy effortless single-level waterfront living in one of Newport Beach's most desirable neighborhoods.

412 Evening Star, Newport Beach
807 Aldebaran Circle, Newport Beach
$5,500,000
6 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ NP26067065 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Offered for only the second time in over fifty years, this is one of Dover Shores' most important properties. This double-sized lot of 12,002 square feet (per new survey) is one of the largest usable lots in the community and is located in its most desirable cul-de-sac location. The existing single-story home over 3,600 square feet is ready for remodeling: preliminary demolition is complete, all HM have been removed, the property has been surveyed, and preliminary remodel plans have been prepared. It is a clean slate for someone to rebuild the existing residence, or start anew. Either way, one should not underestimate the opportunity to acquire one of Dover Shores' most sought-after properties. Residents enjoy use of the exclusive Dover Shores Homeowner’s Beaches and facilities (including multiple BBQ picnic areas, sports courts and boat storage) as well as access to numerous walking paths that wind around the community to the Back Bay nature preserve, nearby Castaways Park and the local waterways from the Newport Aquatic Center. Award-winning Mariners Elementary and Newport Harbor High schools are within walking distance.

807 Aldebaran Circle, Newport Beach
1100 Polaris Drive, Newport Beach
$9,800,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ NP25129241 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Located within the prestigious coastal enclave of Dover Shores, this remarkable waterfront residence occupies a singular position along Newport Harbor. Boasting an expansive 79 feet of frontage on the bay—a rarity enjoyed by fewer than five percent of bay front properties in Newport Beach—this home offers a commanding perspective over a serene inlet, with sweeping views that extend to the iconic skyline of Fashion Island. Architecturally, the home exudes timeless European influence, while its interior orientation ensures that principal living spaces—including the formal living and dining rooms, kitchen, family room, breakfast area, and all bedrooms—are oriented to capture uninterrupted views of the bay. The floor plan is light, open, and intuitively designed, offering immediate comfort with the potential for thoughtful modernization. Upstairs, all bedrooms open to a private balcony, offering a privileged vantage point from which to enjoy the evolving panorama of views. Meticulously maintained and presented to the resale market for the very first time, the residence speaks to a legacy of pride in ownership and a rare quality of life found only in such an extraordinary setting. The private dock is designed to accommodate a substantial yacht, in addition to a secondary slip ideal for a Duffy or Boston Whaler—offering seamless access to the Back Bay, the open Pacific, and the vibrant harbor lifestyle that defines Newport Beach. Just steps from a gated, residents-only beach, this distinguished property offers a rare convergence of generous waterfront dimensions, premier moorage, expansive water views, and elegant outdoor living.

1100 Polaris Drive, Newport Beach
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