Sold during the Listing Process! This stunning new-build contemporary two-story home, nestled in the exclusive Ritz Cove Community of Dana Point is designed to maximize your enjoyment of its unmatched ocean views, embodying the quintessential Southern California lifestyle with stunning vistas. Spanning approximately 7200sqft, the residence features 4 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms, 1 half bath, and a 4-car garage, creating an expansive & luxurious living space. The great room offers uninterrupted views through a wall of multi-panel sliding doors, providing an open-concept area perfect for entertaining family and friends, enhanced by a professional kitchen that seamlessly connects to the dining & family rooms. The kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring bench-made custom cabinetry with slow-close drawers and cupboard doors, a pull-out trash/recycle bin, complemented by a Leather Taj Mahal Quartzite kitchen island counter & a built-in 8-burner dual-fuel range. A climate-controlled wine wall with standard racking, tile backsplash, glass wall & glass doors adds a touch of elegance, perfect for wine enthusiasts. The spacious primary suite is a true retreat, complete with a fireplace, a spa-like bath, and a generously sized walk-in closet, all elevated by gorgeous ocean vistas, making this home a professionally landscaped oasis to be enjoyed year-round. The home office features warm, wire-brushed white oak engineered hardwood flooring, with designer-selected paint colors on the walls and ceiling, creating a space tailored for productivity and comfort. For entertainment, the home theater offers NCC designer-selected carpet, soundproof walls with expanding foam insulation blanketed in sound-reducing QuietRock drywall, providing an open space ideal for making memories with friends & family. This design-inspired residence is a rare gem, offering a perfect fusion of luxury, functionality & Southern California’s coveted indoor/outdoor lifestyle. Ideal for those seeking a move-in-ready masterpiece with premium amenities and stunning oceanfront views, this property promises to be the pinnacle of coastal living. Walking distance to Ritz- Carlton. Minutes away from the Waldorf Astoria & Dana Point Harbor. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity where you will enjoy the sand, sun & surf in a truly unique & desirable living experience in a welcoming and safe community. All this plus private gated beach access to the famed Salt Creek Beach! Completion scheduled for Fall 2026.
Single-familyProperty Type
2025Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$3,026Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 garage spacesParking
Listed by Bob Wolff•DRE #01053562• Harcourts Prime Properties
Contact: bob@bobwolff.com
Bought with Bob Wolff•DRE #01053562• Harcourts Prime Properties
Truly a most incredible ‘custom-built residence’ located within the most coveted 24-hour guard gated "Ocean Front" community of Ritz Cove, located in Monarch Beach! This residence consists of approximately 10,200 sq. ft. of living area as well as an additional 800+ sqft of indoor/outdoor pool area (Per Appraiser) with automated doors and an electric cover. This custom home located on a 24,700 sqft "double lot" has extensive "Ocean and Catalina views" and has undergone 2 significant renovations in the past 10 and a half years with no expense spared. The extremely open and spacious custom residence home features 5 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, an extremely gracious gourmet kitchen with 4 dishwashers, 2 microwaves, walk-in pantry and wine caddy. Additional features include 5 fireplaces, separate office area, custom theater, multiple family rooms, sauna, separate gym/work out area, 400 bottle refrigerated wine cellar. The master suite is inclusive of a retreat, multiple walk-in closets, a totally remodeled master bathroom suite with Carrara marble counters, heated flooring, 2 toilet closets, and a separate free standing jacuzzi style tub, (The master retreat with its own ensuite bath and access, would also qualify as a bedroom). Additional amenities include multiple operable skylights, bi-fold stack door system, and the exquisite use of travertine, mahogany floors and ceilings, polished limestone, and granite inlays throughout this impeccably maintained home! A Lutron lighting system, updated Creston "whole house system", & a 4 car garage are also featured. Multiple barbecue and entertainment areas with bar area and fireplace, outside heaters and fire pit complement a most extraordinary 54 ft indoor/outdoor lap pool with a custom mosaic, a split limestone wall and electric doors to keep out inclement weather! This 24hr guard- gated ‘Ocean Front’ community of The Ritz Cove is comprised of less than 100 homes and features its own ‘secured and gated beach access’ to the Ritz Carlton Resort, as well as the World-Renowned Salt Creek Beach with its unbelievable surfing breaks! Minutes away is Dana Point Harbor and its’ Lantern District’ offering numerous dining & shopping establishments. Walk to the Waldorf Astoria Resort, and one is equally close to catching the Dana Point & Laguna Beach Trolleys. There is no Mello-roos nor special assessments in this location. This is a one-of-a-kind location in Southern California! See private remarks re: financing & property condition!
CRMLS #OC24210608
Feb 5, 2025
Relisted
—
Oct 16, 2024
Listed
$7,750,000
$1,076/sq ft
CRMLS #OC23177369
Jun 18, 2024
Listing Removed
—
May 13, 2024
Relisted
—
Oct 4, 2023
Listed
$16,500,000
$2,292/sq ft
CRMLS #OC20212397
Mar 24, 2021
Listing Removed
—
Oct 8, 2020
Listed
$12,750,000
$1,771/sq ft
CRMLS #OC19224198
Feb 21, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Dec 8, 2019
Price Changed
$12,750,000
$1,771/sq ft
Oct 9, 2019
Listed
$8,000,000
$1,111/sq ft
Public Records
May 13, 2010
Sold
$8,200,000
$1,139/sq ft
CRMLS #U9004375
Jan 11, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Oct 2, 2009
Listed
$10,900,000
$1,514/sq ft
CRMLS #S561114
Oct 2, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Sep 21, 2009
Price Changed
$10,900,000
$1,514/sq ft
Jun 29, 2009
Price Changed
$11,800,000
$1,639/sq ft
Jan 24, 2009
Listed
$12,800,000
$1,778/sq ft
CRMLS #L22022
Dec 13, 2006
Sold
$9,000,000
$1,250/sq ft
Dec 10, 2006
Listed
$9,000,000
$1,250/sq ft
CRMLS #L16530
Jan 1, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Feb 28, 2005
Listed
$10,250,000
$1,424/sq ft
TheMLS #04-060036
Oct 16, 2004
Delisted
—
Apr 16, 2004
Listed
*
CRMLS #R42221
Apr 16, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Apr 16, 2004
Listed
$10,900,000
$1,514/sq ft
TheMLS #03-019335
Dec 9, 2003
Delisted
—
Apr 4, 2003
Listed
*
CRMLS #U02074069
Dec 7, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Jul 9, 2002
Listed
$11,995,876
$1,666/sq ft
CRMLS #S287005
Jan 9, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Jul 9, 2002
Listed
$11,995,876
$1,666/sq ft
TheMLS #02-039713
Jan 8, 2003
Delisted
—
Jul 9, 2002
Listed
*
Public Records
May 3, 1991
Sold
$1,532,000
$213/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 14, 1989
Sold
$1,176,000
$163/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$110,456 (+2.1%)
$6,479,055 + $4,105,708
$10,584,763
2024
$108,229
$6,479,055 + $4,105,708
$10,584,763
2023
$108,313 (+4.6%)
$6,352,015 + $4,025,204
$10,377,219
2022
$103,551 (+0.4%)
$6,227,466 + $3,946,279
$10,173,745
2021
$103,188 (+0.6%)
$6,105,359 + $3,868,901
$9,974,260
2020
$102,528 (+2.1%)
$5,985,646 + $3,793,041
$9,778,687
2019
$100,467 (+2.7%)
$5,924,270 + $3,754,149
$9,678,419
2018
$97,817 (+4.2%)
$5,808,108 + $3,680,539
$9,488,647
2017
$93,857 (+2.3%)
$5,473,110 + $3,468,256
$8,941,366
2016
$91,761 (+1.4%)
$5,473,110 + $3,468,256
$8,941,366
2015
$90,516 (+1.8%)
$5,365,795 + $3,400,251
$8,766,046
2014
$88,887 (+0.4%)
$5,181,665 + $3,283,572
$8,465,237
2013
$88,516 (+1.7%)
$5,181,665 + $3,283,572
$8,465,237
2012
$87,055 (+0.3%)
$5,158,247 + $3,268,732
$8,426,979
2011
$86,818 (+1.3%)
$5,057,105 + $3,204,640
$8,261,745
2010
$85,704 (−7.8%)
$5,057,105 + $3,204,640
$8,261,745
2009
$92,944 (+1.0%)
$5,124,930 + $3,024,070
$8,149,000
2008
$91,996
$5,828,430 + $3,024,070
$8,852,500
Tax history for 51 Ritz Cove Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$110,456 (+2.1%)
$6,479,055 + $4,105,708
$10,584,763
2024
$108,229
$6,479,055 + $4,105,708
$10,584,763
2023
$108,313 (+4.6%)
$6,352,015 + $4,025,204
$10,377,219
2022
$103,551 (+0.4%)
$6,227,466 + $3,946,279
$10,173,745
2021
$103,188 (+0.6%)
$6,105,359 + $3,868,901
$9,974,260
2020
$102,528 (+2.1%)
$5,985,646 + $3,793,041
$9,778,687
2019
$100,467 (+2.7%)
$5,924,270 + $3,754,149
$9,678,419
2018
$97,817 (+4.2%)
$5,808,108 + $3,680,539
$9,488,647
2017
$93,857 (+2.3%)
$5,473,110 + $3,468,256
$8,941,366
2016
$91,761 (+1.4%)
$5,473,110 + $3,468,256
$8,941,366
2015
$90,516 (+1.8%)
$5,365,795 + $3,400,251
$8,766,046
2014
$88,887 (+0.4%)
$5,181,665 + $3,283,572
$8,465,237
2013
$88,516 (+1.7%)
$5,181,665 + $3,283,572
$8,465,237
2012
$87,055 (+0.3%)
$5,158,247 + $3,268,732
$8,426,979
2011
$86,818 (+1.3%)
$5,057,105 + $3,204,640
$8,261,745
2010
$85,704 (−7.8%)
$5,057,105 + $3,204,640
$8,261,745
2009
$92,944 (+1.0%)
$5,124,930 + $3,024,070
$8,149,000
2008
$91,996
$5,828,430 + $3,024,070
$8,852,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
7.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.57 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
11,256
Year built
1995
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
67247145
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
RSF 4
Residential Single Family 4 District
The RSF 4 districts provide for low density, single family residential neighborhoods. These districts include single family detached and attached residential dwellings at a maximum density of 4 dwellings per net acre of land, respectively.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Uncovered Spaces: 2
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 4
Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Paved, Garage, Garage - Front Entry, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener, Subterranean
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 6
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Inside, Washer Hookup
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range/Stove Hood, Recirculated Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Line to Refrigerator
Has Appliances
Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar, Family Kitchen, Formal Dining Room, In Kitchen
Built-in Trash/Recycling, Butler’s Pantry, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Pots & Pan Drawers, Self-closing cabinet doors, Self-closing drawers, Stone Counters, Walk-In Pantry
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 5
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathtub, Double sinks in bath(s), Double Sinks In Master Bath, Exhaust fan(s), Linen Closet/Storage, Main Floor Full Bath, Soaking Tub, Stone Counters, Vanity area, Walk-in shower
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Entry, Family Room, Formal Entry, Home Theatre, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry, Wine Cellar
Fireplace Information
Family Room, Primary Bedroom, Fire Pit
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Stone, Wood
Heating Information
Central Furnace, Fireplace
Has Heating
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: 1
Balcony, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floor Plan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters, Wet Bar, Wired for Data, Wired for Sound
Levels: Two
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Security Features: 24 Hour Security, Gated with Attendant, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire and Smoke Detection System, Fire Sprinklers, Gated Community, Gated with Guard, Guarded, Wired for Alarm System
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Roof: Clay, Tile
Fencing: Stucco Wall
Has Fence
Construction Materials: Drywall Walls, Stucco
Foundation Information
Foundation Details: Concrete Slab
Exterior Features
Lighting, Rain Gutters
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Tile
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Has Sprinklers
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Estimated
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers Drip System
Property Information
Common Interest: Planned Development
Total # of Units: 1
Accessibility Features: None
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Parcel Number: 67247145
Property Condition: Under Construction, Updated/Remodeled
Total # of Stories: 2
Has View
Waterfront Features: Lot has Beach Access, Lot has Ocean Access, Lot on Ocean Side of Freeway, Lot on Ocean Side Of Highway 1
Year Built Source: Builder
Property ADU: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Electric: 220V In Garage, 220V In Kitchen, Standard
Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Paid
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units In Community: 150
Builder Name: Nicholson Companies
Homeowners Association
Is Part of Association
Association Name: Ritz Cove
Association Fee: $900
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Amenities: Onsite Property Management, Guard, Security, Controlled Access
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lighting
School Information
High School: Dana Hills
High School District: Capistrano Unified
High School 2: DANHIL
Location Information
Latitude: 33.48074500
Longitude: -117.72174500
Other Subdivision Name: Ritz Cove (RC)
Directions: PCH to Ritz Cove Drive
Road Frontage Type: Access via City Streets
Road Surface Type: Paved
Subdivision Name: Ritz Cove (RC)
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 7.5
Sq. Ft.: 11,256
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.57 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1995
Year Renovated: —
County: Orange County
APN: 67247145
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: bob@bobwolff.com
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 165
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Bob
List Agent Last Name: Wolff
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Harcourts Prime Properties
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Bob
Buyer Agent Last Name: Wolff
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Harcourts Prime Properties
Around this home
Schools
Moulton Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.3mi
9/10
Niguel Hills Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.7mi
8/10
Dana Hills High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 84° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Dana Point, CA • 92629
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 7.1 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$20.70M – $25.06M
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