LEGACY BAYFRONT PROPERTY ON LITTLE BALBOA ISLAND. 117 E. Bay Front presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of Newport Beach’s most iconic waterfront. Situated steps from the nexus of East and South Bay Front, known to locals as “Crab Point”, this traditional two-story home captures sweeping views of Newport harbor yacht channel and the Newport harbor entrance. With nearly 2,800 square feet of living space, savor breathtaking views from the first floor living and dining rooms, kitchen, and the large front brick patio perfect for entertaining, alfresco dining or simply relaxing. Upstairs, more front-row harbor views await from the spacious primary suite with fireplace, large sitting room, and over-sized private brick balcony. The main level includes two additional bedrooms and two baths, along with direct access to a two-car garage. The upper floor also features two more bedrooms—one or both of which can be closed off to create a private guest quarters complete with a wood-paneled living room, second kitchen, and dedicated exterior stairs. An included mooring complete with 18’ Boston Whaler runabout is accessed by the sandy beach located directly in front of the home and provides easy access to the ocean and harbor cruising. Located just a short stroll to Balboa Island, the Balboa Island Ferry and Marine Avenue’s charming boutiques and restaurants, this home offers the quintessential Little Balboa Island location and lifestyle. Now ready for its next steward, don’t miss this once-in-a-generation opportunity to own a legacy property in one of Southern California’s most treasured coastal communities.
Sold for $8,000,000
Listed by: Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty • Gordon Henry • Contact: 949-640-6000
Bought with: Coldwell Banker Realty
$8,000,000
117 E Bay Front, Newport Beach, CA 92662
5beds
2,787sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
2,550 Square Feet Lot
$8,074,100 Zestimate®
$2,870/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
Home value
$8,074,100
$7.43M - $8.72M
Not available
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Sandy beachPrivate guest quartersOver-sized private brick balconySpacious primary suiteLarge front brick patioSecond kitchenIncluded mooring
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Listed by:
Gordon Henry DRE #00704984 949-500-1236,
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Bought with:
Georgie Fenton, DRE #00990939
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NP25176483
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Entry/Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Closet, Full Bath on Main Level, Separate Shower, Tile Counters, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Tile Counters
Heating
- Central, Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Balcony, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Multiple Staircases, Pantry, Storage, Tile Counters, Bedroom on Main Level, Primary Suite
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Doors: Double Door Entry, French Doors
- Windows: Casement Window(s), French/Mullioned, Wood Frames
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,787 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway Level, Door-Single, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Front
- Patio & porch: Brick, Deck, Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Block,Brick,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, City Lights, Harbor, Marina, Neighborhood, Ocean, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Harbor,Marina,Ocean,Water
- Waterfront features: Beach Access, Bayfront, Ocean Access, Ocean Side Of Freeway, Ocean Side Of Highway
Lot
- Size: 2,550 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30 x 85
- Features: Level, Street Level
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House, Guest HouseAttached
- Parcel number: 05018413
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod,Custom,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stucco
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Standard
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Curbs, Fishing, Gutter(s), Street Lights, Sidewalks, Water Sports
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Balboa Island - Main Island (Balm)
Location
- Region: Newport Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,870/sqft
- Date on market: 8/16/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 131 days
- Listing terms: Submit
- Road surface type: Alley Paved, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/23/2026 | Sold | $8,000,000-1.8%$2,870/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #NP25176483 Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2026 | Pending sale | $8,149,500$2,924/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #NP25176483 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Neighborhood: 92662
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Abraham Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1.5 mi
- 8/10Corona Del Mar High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Harbor View
- Middle: Corona Del Mar
- High: Corona Del Mar
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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