Exuding true elegance and timeless luxury, this stunning home will leave you feeling as though you've been whisked away to enjoy the cool breezes of the French Riviera. This truly magnificent custom home is flooded with natural light and surrounded by rich, lush landscaping including 8 imported Canary Island palms. As you step through the front door you are greeted by a formal entry with a sweeping staircase and custom iron railing, and a formal living room with soaring ceilings and a showpiece 18th century limestone fireplace. Formal dining room opens to a lovely patio with water fountain. Gourmet kitchen boasts a center island, breakfast nook, fireplace, top-of-the-line appliances and newly refinished cabinetry. The kitchen opens gracefully to the bright, enchanting family room, featuring a wet bar. Downstairs bedroom suite with kitchenette and private entrance. In addition to the romantic master suite upstairs, there are 2 bedrooms as well as an office/den/fifth bedroom. Striking attention to detail and the finest of materials throughout, including French Beaumaniere limestone and white-washed wood floors, an abundance of arched sash windows and doors, beamed ceilings imported from Europe, three 18th century fireplaces imported from France. Dine al fresco under your roses-covered gazebo, next to the sparkling pool, spa and Viking bbq island. Located in the prestigious, 24-hour guard gated community of Belcourt. This exquisite home is truly special and not to be missed.
Single-familyProperty Type
1986Year Built
8,067 sq ftLot Size
$1,080Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Teri Armstrong-Hardke•DRE #00517307• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Thuyen Pham•DRE #01951667• Stacey Tran, Broker
Lovely home in Belcourt, designer touches make it very unique! Floorplan seems a little tight but does flow well. Master is on the small side, with only a shower in the master bath. Balcony off the master, over One Ford Road. Home overlooks One Ford...
Road.
14 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Elegance is personified in this French Mediterranean estate. Exquisitely designed with only the finest of imported materials and rich attention to detail, this romantic home will leave you breathless. Features a formal living room with soaring ceilings and 18th century limestone fireplace, a formal dining room, elegant powder bath, downstairs guest quarters with a private bath and separate entrance for privacy. Gourmet kitchen boasts a center island, fireplace, and the finest in appliances, including a Subzero refrigerator, Viking range, two ovens, and a warming drawer. The kitchen opens gracefully to the bright, enchanting family room, featuring a wet bar, French Beaumaniere limestone floors, beamed ceilings imported from Europe, and a 17th century fireplace imported from France. French doors lead to a backyard oasis, surrounded by lush Canary Island palm trees, and featuring a rose-covered pagoda for dining al fresco, a Viking barbecue with sink, a fireplace, and a pool and spa. Upstairs features the sumptuous master suite, with a romantic balcony, hand-textured white washed wood floors and a master bath with limestone counters, dual sinks and a spacious walk-in closet. Two additional inviting guest suites upstairs. 5th bdrm upstairs used as den.
CRMLS #U12003565
May 28, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Sep 11, 2012
Listed
$2,795,000
$592/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 31, 1999
Sold
$1,345,000
$285/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 3, 1997
Sold
$1,525,000
$323/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 30, 1988
Sold
$1,250,000
$265/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 28, 1986
Sold
$335,000
$71/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$34,089 (+1.6%)
$2,440,759 + $774,063
$3,214,822
2024
$33,557 (+2.4%)
$2,440,759 + $774,063
$3,214,822
2023
$32,772 (+1.7%)
$2,392,901 + $758,886
$3,151,787
2022
$32,231 (+2.0%)
$2,345,982 + $744,006
$3,089,988
2021
$31,612 (+1.1%)
$2,299,982 + $729,418
$3,029,400
2020
$31,265 (+2.1%)
$2,254,884 + $715,116
$2,970,000
2019
$30,614 (+2.0%)
$2,229,681 + $712,668
$2,942,349
2018
$30,001 (+1.6%)
$2,185,961 + $698,695
$2,884,656
2017
$29,542 (+2.3%)
$2,101,078 + $671,565
$2,772,643
2016
$28,877 (+0.9%)
$2,101,078 + $671,565
$2,772,643
2015
$28,606 (+2.4%)
$2,059,880 + $658,398
$2,718,278
2014
$27,931 (+55.1%)
$1,989,194 + $635,806
$2,625,000
2013
$18,012 (+3.0%)
$1,989,194 + $635,806
$2,625,000
2012
$17,486 (+2.3%)
$1,138,343 + $551,194
$1,689,537
2011
$17,091 (+0.9%)
$1,116,022 + $540,387
$1,656,409
2010
$16,946
$1,094,139 + $529,792
$1,623,931
2009
$16,942 (+2.4%)
$1,085,962 + $525,833
$1,611,795
2008
$16,543
$1,088,542 + $527,083
$1,615,625
Tax history for 18 Rockingham Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$34,089 (+1.6%)
$2,440,759 + $774,063
$3,214,822
2024
$33,557 (+2.4%)
$2,440,759 + $774,063
$3,214,822
2023
$32,772 (+1.7%)
$2,392,901 + $758,886
$3,151,787
2022
$32,231 (+2.0%)
$2,345,982 + $744,006
$3,089,988
2021
$31,612 (+1.1%)
$2,299,982 + $729,418
$3,029,400
2020
$31,265 (+2.1%)
$2,254,884 + $715,116
$2,970,000
2019
$30,614 (+2.0%)
$2,229,681 + $712,668
$2,942,349
2018
$30,001 (+1.6%)
$2,185,961 + $698,695
$2,884,656
2017
$29,542 (+2.3%)
$2,101,078 + $671,565
$2,772,643
2016
$28,877 (+0.9%)
$2,101,078 + $671,565
$2,772,643
2015
$28,606 (+2.4%)
$2,059,880 + $658,398
$2,718,278
2014
$27,931 (+55.1%)
$1,989,194 + $635,806
$2,625,000
2013
$18,012 (+3.0%)
$1,989,194 + $635,806
$2,625,000
2012
$17,486 (+2.3%)
$1,138,343 + $551,194
$1,689,537
2011
$17,091 (+0.9%)
$1,116,022 + $540,387
$1,656,409
2010
$16,946
$1,094,139 + $529,792
$1,623,931
2009
$16,942 (+2.4%)
$1,085,962 + $525,833
$1,611,795
2008
$16,543
$1,088,542 + $527,083
$1,615,625
*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
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,118 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1986
Sq. Ft.
4,719
Year built
1986
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
44234174
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
Sep 30, 2024 • Final
Single-family / duplex re-roof express
Tear off existing tile and install two layers of felt underlayment with new clay tile on a residential building and attached garage.
Roofing
Jan 9, 2015 • Final
Electrical other
Install an electrical vehicle charging station.
Electrical
Ev charger
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Direct Garage Access, Garage - Rear Entry, Garage Door Opener
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Individual Room
Kitchen Information
Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Barbecue, Built In Range, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Cooktop, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Warmer Oven Drawer
Has Appliances
Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open to Family Room
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Family Room, Formal Entry, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite, Office, Walk-In Closet
Fireplace Information
Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Outdoors
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
See Remarks, Stone
Heating Information
Forced Air
Has Heating
Interior Features
Balcony, Bar, Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Wet Bar
Levels: Two
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Security Features: Gated Community, Gated with Guard
Spa Features: Private, Heated, In Ground
Has Spa
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Other Structures: Gazebo
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Has Patio
Pool Features: Private, In Ground
Has Pool
Has Sprinklers
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Sprinkler System
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Parcel Number: 44234174
Total # of Stories: 2
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Sewer Available
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Homeowners Association
Is Part of Association
Association Name: Belcourt Master
Association Fee: $330
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Amenities: Onsite Property Management, Guard, Security, Controlled Access
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lighting, Suburban
School Information
Elementary School: Lincoln
Middle Or Junior School: Corona Del Mar
High School: Corona Del Mar
High School District: Newport Mesa Unified
Elementary School 2: LINCOL
Middle Or Junior School 2: CODEMA
High School 2: CODEMA
Location Information
Latitude: 33.62911000
Longitude: -117.86764700
Other Subdivision Name: Belcourt Custom (BLCS)
Directions: Cross Streets: Ford Road & Belcourt
Subdivision Name: Belcourt Custom (BLCS)
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,719
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8,118 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1986
Year Renovated: 1986
County: Orange County
APN: 44234174
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 11
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 11
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Teri
List Agent Last Name: Armstrong Hardke
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Thuyen
Buyer Agent Last Name: Pham
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Stacey Tran, Broker
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Schools
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.4mi
9/10
Corona Del Mar High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
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