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Single Family Homes For Sale in Newport Coast
Single family homes in Newport Coast range from the low millions at entry to $30M and above for the largest estates, with a median near $8M to $10M. Inventory is limited and transactions here move on their own timeline. I track this market closely as part of my weekly Orange County housing report and can tell you what is active, what has recently sold, and what the market is doing at each price tier. Call or text any time: 949-430-7500
Single Family Homes in Newport Coast
Newport Coast is Newport Beach's most exclusive address — a hillside enclave of guard-gated communities on a bluff above the Pacific, annexed into Newport Beach in 2002 and developed almost entirely as a luxury residential destination. Every single family home in Newport Coast sits within a private, guard-gated community. The 92657 ZIP code consistently ranks among the most expensive in California, and the market here operates by different rules than the rest of Orange County: inventory is measured in dozens rather than hundreds, individual sales can move the median substantially, and buyers are typically purchasing at a price point where the transaction process itself requires a different level of preparation and discretion.
Crystal Cove and Pelican Hill are the two most recognized addresses within Newport Coast. Crystal Cove is adjacent to Crystal Cove State Park, giving residents access to one of the most pristine stretches of coastline in Southern California directly from their community. The homes here are among the most architecturally current in Newport Coast, with many custom builds featuring bluff-top siting and direct ocean views. Pelican Crest, the most exclusive of the Pelican Hill communities, is a collection of just 166 custom estates perched above the Pelican Hill Resort with panoramic views of the ocean and harbor. Pelican Ridge Estates, Pelican Heights, Pacific Ridge, and Newport Ridge round out the community's guard-gated neighborhoods, each with its own character, HOA, and view orientation.
Families in Newport Coast are served by Newport-Mesa Unified School District, with Newport Coast Elementary within the community and a pipeline through Corona del Mar Middle School and Corona del Mar High School — one of the top-ranked public high schools in California. Many Newport Coast families also draw from the region's private school options. For current market data, see the live Newport Coast market report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What price range should I expect for a single family home in Newport Coast?
Newport Coast has no entry-level market in any conventional sense. Single family homes here start in the low-to-mid millions and the median is approximately $8M to $10M. Pelican Crest and the upper Crystal Cove homes regularly trade above $15M to $30M. Pricing is driven primarily by view quality and orientation, lot size, the specific gated community, architectural quality, and condition. Because the market is thin — often fewer than 60 homes available at any time across all communities — individual sales have an outsized effect on reported medians, and buyers should focus on comparable sales within a specific community rather than citywide medians.
What are the main communities within Newport Coast?
Newport Coast is made up entirely of guard-gated communities. Crystal Cove is one of the most sought-after, positioned adjacent to Crystal Cove State Park with bluff-top ocean views and a concentration of architecturally significant modern custom homes. Pelican Crest is the most exclusive enclave — 166 homes above the Pelican Hill Resort with ocean and harbor views that rank among the best of any residential community in Orange County. Pelican Ridge Estates, Pelican Heights, and Pacific Ridge are additional guard-gated communities offering varying size and price within the Pelican Hill area. Newport Ridge provides another option within Newport Coast at a broader range of price points. Each community has its own HOA, gates, and CC&Rs.
What schools serve Newport Coast CA?
Newport Coast is served by Newport-Mesa Unified School District. Newport Coast Elementary is located within the community. Students then attend Corona del Mar Middle School and Corona del Mar High School, which is consistently ranked among the top public high schools in California and is the premier campus within Newport-Mesa Unified. A significant number of Newport Coast families also choose private schools — the area's concentration of independent schools in Newport Beach and neighboring communities gives families strong options at every grade level.
What should buyers know about purchasing in Newport Coast's gated communities?
Every home in Newport Coast is within a guard-gated community, which shapes both the buying process and the ownership experience. Each community has its own HOA with fees that reflect the cost of 24-hour guard staffing, common area maintenance, and community infrastructure — fees are substantial and vary by community. CC&Rs govern exterior modifications, landscaping standards, and use restrictions, and reviewing them is an essential step before making any offer. Showings require gate clearance and scheduling coordination. The transaction process for homes at this price point also typically involves more nuanced negotiation, longer due diligence timelines, and title considerations that differ from a standard mid-market purchase. Working with an agent who has specific experience in Newport Coast transactions is worth the additional vetting.
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Last updated: June 2026
Newport Coast Single Family Homes for Sale
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