Achieving the pinnacle of luxury is no easy feat, yet it comes naturally at this gorgeous custom estate behind the guarded gates and fountains of Dana Point’s beachfront Ritz Cove collection. Completely remodeled to include today’s most sought-after appointments, finishes and fixtures, the multi-level villa reveals postcard-perfect sunset, Catalina Island, and whitewater Pacific Ocean views that enrich indoor and outdoor living areas. From a rooftop deck, where entertaining is complemented by a built-in BBQ bar with ice maker and Hestan refrigerator, panoramic views embrace southern Orange County’s rolling hills, dramatic coastline and shimmering evening lights. Natural light illuminates interior spaces as well, including a phenomenal rotunda-style foyer with double-height ceiling, sparkling chandelier, clerestory windows and a circular staircase leading to upper and lower floors. A formal living room displays an elegant fireplace and French doors opening to a front terrace, and limestone and wood floors are featured throughout. Memorable moments with friends and family are destined to be shared in the great room, where French doors lead to the backyard, a linear fireplace is framed by exotic stone, and a wet bar features a double-waterfall island, open shelving, an ice maker and under-counter Sub-Zero refrigerator. A few steps above the great room, the dining room flows effortlessly to an open kitchen with massive island, circular breakfast nook and 328-bottle wine wall. Premium appliances include a Wolf range with pot filler, cabinet-matched Sub-Zero refrigerator, two Miele dishwashers, and a built-in Miele coffee station. Generously proportioned at approximately 7,800 square feet, the sublime residence hosts an elevator to all levels, four ensuite bedrooms including one on the main level, five- and one-half baths, and a fireplace-warmed executive office with wood paneling and coffered ceiling. The lower level reveals a subterranean garage for five or six vehicles, a gym with built-in refrigerator, and a circular bonus room that is perfect as a media lounge, wine room or massage studio. Upstairs, the primary suite rivals the neighboring Ritz-Carlton resort, offering a barrel ceiling, bar, two balconies, and a boutique-style walk-in closet. Limestone walls and surrounds enhance the bath, which boasts a freestanding tub, dual-access rain shower, two sinks and a domed ceiling. Outdoors, a resort-style pool & spa with Baja shelf are featured in the backyard.
Single-familyProperty Type
2018Year Built
9,000 sq ftLot Size
$1,513Price/Sq.Ft.
$990/moHOA Dues
5 garage spacesParking
Listed by Tad Baltzer•DRE #01490536• Riviera Properties
Contact: 949-554-4140
Bought with Bryan Gerlach•DRE #01906646• Engel & Voelkers Dana Point
Est. $10,807 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 78 Ritz Cv
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #NP26070981
Jul 14, 2026
Sold
$11,800,000
$1,513/sq ft
Jul 13, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 24, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 16, 2026
Price Changed
$11,876,000
$1,523/sq ft
Apr 6, 2026
Listed
$12,500,000
$1,603/sq ft
CRMLS #LG15091882
Sep 11, 2015
Sold
$4,950,000
$635/sq ft
Jul 13, 2015
Contingent
—
Apr 30, 2015
Listed
$5,995,000
$769/sq ft
Easy elegance infuses every room in this gracious, light-filled estate in prestigious Ritz Cove overlooking the world-class Dana Point surfing beach. Breathtaking Pacific vistas await you, from the ocean-air balconies off 2 bedroom suites to the wonderful patio. There's a stunning rooftop deck that envelops you in sea and sky. Watch beautiful sunsets every evening…. Step through the massive front door into the grand entry. Enter an expansive living room and raised dining room whose every detail surrounds you in comfort and beauty. The wood-paneled library and spacious family room invite warm gatherings. You'll be drawn to the expansive, welcoming kitchen with breakfast area and walk-in pantry. Downstairs, a media room awaits to turn every movie into a fun event. The luxurious master suite is a private retreat you'll treasure. An elevator accesses all levels, from the subterranean garage which houses 6-7 cars along with massive amounts of storage. Living in the only community nestled between the Five-Star Ritz Carlton & St. Regis Resorts, you'll find a massage, coffee or wine, or a refreshing game of tennis is just a beach path walk away. Walk to golf or take a jog along the beautiful Salt Creek Beach path. Enjoy the guard gated community of Ritz Cove.
Public Records
Aug 30, 2012
Sold
$3,300,000
$423/sq ft
CRMLS #L35232
Aug 10, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Feb 13, 2011
Listed
$4,999,000
$641/sq ft
TheMLS #10-467051
Oct 12, 2010
Delisted
—
Sep 2, 2010
Price Changed
*
Jul 25, 2010
Listed
*
TheMLS #09-413137
Jul 1, 2010
Delisted
—
Nov 23, 2009
Listed
*
CRMLS #L27820
Apr 3, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Apr 1, 2009
Sold
$4,650,000
$596/sq ft
Mar 26, 2009
Contingent
—
Jan 7, 2009
Price Changed
$5,300,000
$679/sq ft
Oct 17, 2008
Listed
$4,995,000
$640/sq ft
CRMLS #L20247
Aug 9, 2006
Listing Removed
—
May 9, 2006
Listed
$5,850,876
$750/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 5, 2000
Sold
$820,000
$105/sq ft
CRMLS #L93048
Jan 10, 2000
Sold
$849,000
$109/sq ft
Oct 30, 1999
Listed
$849,000
$109/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 28, 1999
Sold
$444,500
$57/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 31, 1989
Sold
$830,000
$106/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$63,775 (+2.0%)
$3,612,874 + $2,474,094
$6,086,968
2024
$62,544 (+2.1%)
$3,612,874 + $2,474,094
$6,086,968
2023
$61,256 (+2.0%)
$3,542,033 + $2,425,583
$5,967,616
2022
$60,072 (+3.0%)
$3,472,581 + $2,378,023
$5,850,604
2021
$58,335 (+1.9%)
$3,404,491 + $2,331,396
$5,735,887
2020
$57,263 (+10.3%)
$3,337,736 + $2,238,134
$5,575,870
2019
$51,938 (+6.9%)
$3,303,512 + $2,215,185
$5,518,697
2018
$48,586 (−7.3%)
$3,238,738 + $1,773,459
$5,012,197
2017
$52,428 (+2.0%)
$3,112,975 + $1,936,025
$5,049,000
2016
$51,380 (+8.2%)
$3,112,975 + $1,936,025
$5,049,000
2015
$47,474 (+1.8%)
$3,051,936 + $1,898,064
$4,950,000
2014
$46,613 (+0.4%)
$2,666,021 + $1,807,616
$4,473,637
2013
$46,423 (−0.3%)
$2,666,021 + $1,807,616
$4,473,637
2012
$46,561 (−3.8%)
$2,653,972 + $1,799,447
$4,453,419
2011
$48,382 (−0.3%)
$2,653,972 + $1,799,447
$4,453,419
2010
$48,541 (+90.0%)
$2,839,532 + $1,799,447
$4,638,979
2009
$25,544 (+2.6%)
$2,839,532 + $1,799,447
$4,638,979
2008
$24,902
$978,696 + $1,413,176
$2,391,872
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
5.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2017
Sq. Ft.
7,585
Year built
2017
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
67247115
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 18, 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: 5
Subterranean, Garage - Front Entry, Workshop
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 7
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Individual Room
Kitchen Information
Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Water Heater Unit, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Barbecue, Water Softener, Range/Stove Hood, Water Line to Refrigerator, Double Oven
Has Appliances
Breakfast Nook
Kitchen Open to Family Room, Stone Counters
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 5
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Closet in bathroom, Walk-in shower
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Den, Foyer, Primary Suite, Laundry, Main Floor Bedroom, Office, Dressing Area, Living Room, Walk-In Pantry, Family Room, Formal Entry, Great Room, Entry, Basement, Kitchen, Gym, Walk-In Closet
Fireplace Information
Primary Bedroom, Great Room, Den
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Stone, Wood
Heating Information
Forced Air
Has Heating
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: Ground Floor
Elevator, High Ceilings (9 Feet+)
Levels: Three Or More
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Security Features: Fire Sprinklers, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Gated with Attendant, 24 Hour Security, Security System, Smoke Detector, Gated with Guard, Gated Community
Spa Features: In Ground, Private, Heated, Gunite
Has Spa
Window Features: Drapes/Curtains, Custom Covering
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Roof: Spanish Tile
Construction Materials: Stucco
Foundation Information
No
Basement: Finished Basement
Exterior Features
Rain Gutters
Patio And Porch Features: Stone
Has Patio
Pool Features: In Ground, Filtered, Private, Heated
Has Pool
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Landscaped
Property Information
Common Interest: Planned Development
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Estimated
Parcel Number: 67247115
Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
Total # of Stories: 4
Has View
Waterfront Features: Lot on Ocean Side Of Highway 1, Lot has Ocean Access, Lot has Beach Access
Year Built Source: See Remarks
Property ADU: No
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units In Community: 101
Homeowners Association
Is Part of Association
Association Name: Ritz Cove
Association Fee: $990
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Amenities: Guard, Maintenance Grounds, Security
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Gutters, Curbs, Street Lighting, Storm Drains, Sidewalks
School Information
Elementary School: Moulton
Middle Or Junior School: Niguel Hills
High School: Dana Hills
High School District: Capistrano Unified
Elementary School 2: MOULTO
Middle Or Junior School 2: NIGHIL
High School 2: DANHIL
Location Information
Latitude: 33.48035500
Longitude: -117.72108800
Other Subdivision Name: Ritz Cove (RC)
Directions: Pacific Coast Highway to Ritz Carlton Drive
Subdivision Name: Ritz Cove (RC)
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 7,585
Stories: —
Lot Size: 9,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2017
Year Renovated: 2017
County: Orange County
APN: 67247115
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 18, 2026
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: 949-554-4140
Days Active in MLS: 78
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 78
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Tad
List Agent Last Name: Baltzer
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Riviera Properties
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Bryan
Buyer Agent Last Name: Gerlach
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Engel & Voelkers Dana Point
Around this home
Schools
Moulton Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.4mi
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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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, 15 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
70/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.9 hrs
3.7 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$10.98M – $13.29M
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