Set front row in Irvine Cove—Laguna Beach’s most exclusive and under-the-radar oceanfront community—2526 Riviera Drive is a rare architectural estate with panoramic views and total privacy. Designed by Leason Pomeroy, the home opens to the Pacific with walls of glass and a horizon-level infinity pool, blurring the line between indoors and out. Rich materials, custom built-ins, and sculptural elements elevate every space, while refined details like a Crestron automation system and an olive burl breakfast nook—with a pop-up TV and a vertical structure that continues elegantly to the level below—reflect the depth of design. The lower level offers a private lounge, game area, guest space, and flexible living—all connected by a custom floating staircase and elevator. An oversized garage completes the home’s rare blend of form, function, and front-row living. Homes in Irvine Cove rarely become available. Properties like this—almost never.
For sale
Listed by: Compass
$45,000,000
2526 Riviera Dr, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
4beds
7,800sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2008
10,027 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$5,769/sqft
$667/mo HOA
What's special
Custom floating staircasePanoramic viewsGuest spaceFlexible livingPrivate loungeTotal privacySculptural elements
- 418 days |
- 3,237 |
- 94 |
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Listed by:
Michael Carpenter DRE #01221473 949-922-1092,
Compass
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NP25102251
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSLoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Bedroom, Den, Exercise Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Library, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Media Room, Office, Other
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Upper Level
Features
- Built-in Features, Elevator, Bar, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 7,800 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 8
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 1
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Infinity, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Catalina, Ocean, Panoramic
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Lot
- Size: 10,027 Square Feet
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 05331707
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2008
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Gutter(s), Street Lights, Water Sports
- Subdivision: Irvine Cove (Ic)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Fire Pit, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Pickleball, Guard, Security
- HOA fee: $8,000 annually
- HOA name: Irvine Cove
- HOA phone: 949-497-5869
Location
- Region: Laguna Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $5,769/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $29,082,918
- Annual tax amount: $296,484
- Date on market: 5/8/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 418 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$97,008/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/9/2025 | Price change | $45,000,000-18.2%$5,769/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #NP25102251 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $55,000,000+115.2%$7,051/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #NP25102251 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2017 | Sold | $25,560,000-18.9%$3,277/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/14/2017 | Listed for sale | $31,500,000$4,038/sqft |
Source: Surterre Properties Inc. #NP17212965 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $296,484 +2% | $29,082,918 +2% |
| 2024 | $290,606 +2.2% | $28,512,664 +2% |
| 2023 | $284,245 +1.9% | $27,953,594 +2% |
| 2022 | $278,853 +2% | $27,405,484 |
| 2021 | $273,453 +1.1% | -- |
| 2020 | $270,567 | $26,592,624 +2% |
| 2019 | $270,567 +1.8% | $26,071,200 +2% |
| 2018 | $265,902 +122.2% | $25,560,000 +118.8% |
| 2017 | $119,642 | $11,682,397 +2% |
| 2016 | $119,642 +1.9% | $11,453,331 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $117,374 +3.5% | $11,281,292 +2% |
| 2014 | $113,412 | $11,060,308 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $11,010,322 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $10,794,434 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $10,582,779 -24.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $14,059,442 +54.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $9,115,794 +3.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $8,839,815 +9.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $8,047,208 +6.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $7,543,939 -1.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $7,636,968 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $7,487,224 +26.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $5,916,000 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $5,800,000 +16% |
| 2001 | $54,295 +1496.3% | $5,000,000 +1650.1% |
| 2000 | $3,401 | $285,704 |
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Neighborhood: 92651
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- 7/10El Morro Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 8/10Thurston Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 10/10Laguna Beach High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
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