Listed by Paul Daftarian•DRE #01317949• Luxe Real Estate
Listed by Tristan Sinkinson•DRE #02093654• Luxe Real Estate
Contact: 714-865-5969
Pending
$7,699,000
Est. $50,214/mo —
4
bd
•
4 ba
•
4,474
sq ft
521 Kings Rd, Newport Beach, CA 92663
About this home
Perched in a prime front row location, 521 Kings Road is a residence that epitomizes the pinnacle of Newport Beach luxury living and offers prime development opportunity to build your dream home on one of Newport's most coveted streets. This stunning home offers some of the finest and ever-changing views in the area, including the beautiful Newport harbor and the charming harbor islands. As you approach the property, a vintage wooden entrance gate welcomes you into a private courtyard, offering a glimpse of the breathtaking harbor and ocean views that await inside. Upon entering the main level, you’re immediately captivated by an oversized family room, expansive French doors in the living room, dining room, and primary suite opening onto a deck that spans the full width of the home. The kitchen, equally enchanting, features a generous layout with a charming ‘eat-in’ nook offering picturesque views on one side and a cozy fireplace on the other. Upstairs, you’ll find a large secondary bedroom versatile enough to serve as a bedroom, office, or media den, complete with serene views of the entrance courtyard through its French doors. Descending to the lower level, you're greeted by a spacious bonus room with a wet bar and a library wall, anchored by one of the home's five fireplaces. This level also includes two large en-suite bedrooms and an oversized laundry room. Walk-out access leads to a terraced view terrace and pool area, where artisan brickwork and meticulously curated gardens create an inviting outdoor retreat. Every detail in this home enhances its unique charm—from the glowing wide plank wood floors and vintage European fireplace surrounds to the antique carved and reclaimed wood doors, custom millwork, and recent updates to the kitchen and baths. 521 Kings Road offers a rare chance to own a premier Newport Beach property, providing unparalleled views and a luxurious lifestyle in one of the most coveted locations in the area. The property currently has a tenant in place until January paying $15,000/month.
Cliff Haven, located between Westcliff and Balboa Peninsula, is a coastal and residential Newport Beach neighborhood with blufftop views and harborfront streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Newport Boulevard and 17th Street corridor, where coffee counters, independent boutiques, and patio dining set a steady daytime pace. Mid-century ranch homes and updated coastal contemporaries line quiet blocks, while the edge streets open to the water and the Back Bay. Cliffside Park frames the bluff with lawns and a wide ocean-facing path. Newport Harbor’s marinas and moorings shape the daily backdrop, with sailboats and ferries in view. Cultural touchstones nearby include Sherman Library & Gardens, Lido Marina Village, and the Balboa Fun Zone.
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Market insights
521 Kings Rd · $7,699,000
DAYS ON MARKET
216 days
The average home goes pending in 37 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.4%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$7,699,000
Median sale price in this area is $1,446,004. (81% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
1 price drop
19% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Beamed ceilings
Wet bar
Built-ins
High ceilings (9+ feet)
Living room deck attached
Recessed lighting
Front door entry
Two levels
Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors
Private in-ground spa
Bedrooms
Main floor primary bedroom
Main floor bedroom
Primary suite
Bathrooms
Four full bathrooms
Upgraded finishes
Main floor full bath
Bathtub
Shower
Double sinks in master bath
Kitchen
Microwave
Built-in range
Gas range
Gas oven
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Formal dining room and eat-in kitchen area
Laundry & utility
Laundry room inside
Individual laundry room
Gas and electric dryer hookups
Flooring
Carpet
Stone
Wood
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Zoned heating
Central cooling
Zoned cooling
Exterior features
Deck
Back yard
Landscaped lot
Private in-ground pool
Private in-ground spa
Has view
Home design
House
One story listed (total stories: 1)
Entry level: 1
No accessory dwelling unit
Parking
Attached garage with direct access
Front-entry garage with two garage doors
2 garage spaces
Uncovered parking for 2 (4 total parking spaces)
Driveway
Security
Carbon monoxide detector(s)
Smoke detector
Construction
No common walls
Utilities
Public sewer
District/public water
HOA & community
Community features: biking and park
Financial info
Lease considered
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Some of the finest views in Newport Beach belong to prime properties along Kings Road – stunning harbor and coastline overlooks that are magnificent and ever-changing. Only a handful of these properties have the perfect postcard view – including the harbor turning basin, historic Balboa Pavilion, and all the harbor islands. Available for the first time in more than 30 years, 521 Kings Road occupies one of these enviable front row locations. Marvelously livable and prominently sited on the parcel, the residence provides trophy views from almost all rooms across two graciously-sized levels. Behind a rough-hewn vintage wooden entrance gate, a private courtyard is a welcoming space and allows an initial peak of the harbor and ocean views to come. The main level holds all of the primary living space without any steps – an abundance of French doors open to the water views from the living room, dining room, and primary suite along with a deck that runs the full width of the home. The kitchen shares in the harbor views, providing a generously sized culinary space with a charming ‘eat in’ corner with wonderful views on one side and a crackling fireplace on the other. A large secondary bedroom – perfect as a bedroom, office, or media den – finishes the upper level and includes a peaceful view to the entrance courtyard through French doors. The lower level includes a large bonus room with wet bar and a library wall anchored by a fireplace (one of five fireplaces in the home), with walk-out access to the lower view terrace and pool. Two additional large en-suite bedrooms and an oversized laundry room complete the lower level. The terraced pool and gardens are a treasure – artisan brickwork around the pool combines with perfectly curated horticulture to create an outdoor vibe that draws you in and invites you to stick around for a bit. Glowing wide plank wood floors, vintage European fireplace surrounds, antique carved and reclaimed wood doors, custom millwork, and recent updates to kitchen and baths add to the special feel of this special residence. As many come to learn about locations and views in this prized neighborhood, the nuances make the difference. 521 Kings Road is a rare opportunity to obtain one of these few exceptional properties – and just in time to have a prime seat for the famed Newport Beach Holiday Parade from the comfort of your own home!
Public Records
Apr 27, 1989
Sold
$1,250,000
$279/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 12, 1980
Sold
$370,000
$83/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$72,008 (+1.6%)
$5,869,052 + $964,948
$6,834,000
2024
$70,891 (+196.1%)
$5,869,052 + $964,948
$6,834,000
2023
$23,943 (+1.7%)
$5,753,972 + $946,028
$6,700,000
2022
$23,544 (+2.0%)
$1,424,234 + $830,447
$2,254,681
2021
$23,092 (+1.0%)
$1,396,308 + $814,164
$2,210,472
2020
$22,869 (+2.1%)
$1,368,930 + $798,200
$2,167,130
2019
$22,394 (+2.0%)
$1,354,893 + $790,016
$2,144,909
2018
$21,947 (+1.8%)
$1,328,326 + $774,526
$2,102,852
2017
$21,557 (+2.3%)
$1,276,746 + $744,451
$2,021,197
2016
$21,071 (+1.0%)
$1,276,746 + $744,451
$2,021,197
2015
$20,872 (+2.4%)
$1,251,712 + $729,854
$1,981,566
2014
$20,378 (+0.5%)
$1,208,760 + $704,809
$1,913,569
2013
$20,275 (+3.0%)
$1,208,760 + $704,809
$1,913,569
2012
$19,685 (+2.3%)
$1,203,297 + $701,624
$1,904,921
2011
$19,242 (+0.8%)
$1,179,703 + $687,867
$1,867,570
2010
$19,082
$1,156,571 + $674,380
$1,830,951
2009
$19,080 (+2.4%)
$1,147,927 + $669,340
$1,817,267
2008
$18,633
$1,150,655 + $670,931
$1,821,586
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,928 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1982
Finished Sq. Ft.
4,474
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
4,474
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
04920225
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 22, 2026.
R-1
Single-Unit Residential District
The R-1 zoning district is intended to provide for areas appropriate for a range of detached single-family residential dwelling units, each located on a single legal lot, and does not include condominiums or cooperative housing.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Infrastructure
May 10, 2026 • Final
Combo residential - new
Construct a new single-family home and garage.
New construction
Nov 17, 2016 • Final
Mechanical other
Install new air conditioning units with tamper resistant caps.
HVAC
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.
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