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  • Listed by: Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty • Timothy Carr • Contact: 949-631-9999
    $4,699,000

    608 Saint James Pl, Newport Beach, CA 92663

    5beds
    3,506sqft
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    $30,865/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1953
    9,100 Square Feet Lot
    $4,535,300 Zestimate®
    $1,340/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    608 St. James Place presents an exceptional opportunity to own a move-in ready home in the highly sought after Cliff Haven neighborhood, one of Newport Beach's most coveted areas. Situated on a quiet loop street, the property features 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and spans over 3,500 square feet on a generous 9,000+ square foot hillside lot. Positioned on an elevated site, the home enjoys tremendous views of Fashion Island, Saddleback Mountain and the Castaways, with the potential to capture even more vistas through future expansion or redevelopment. The thoughtfully designed floor plan offers generous living spaces, including a separate living room and a spacious kitchen that flows seamlessly into the dining area before opening to a welcoming bar and family room, creating an ideal setting for everyday living and entertaining. The entry level draws you into an oversized picture window highlighting the tremendous views and features two bedrooms connected by a bathroom, a convenient powder room and a private view deck. The lower level offers three additional bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and multiple outdoor living areas that create inviting spaces to relax, entertain and enjoy the peaceful hillside setting. One or more of the secondary bedrooms can easily serve as a home office, gym, or flexible living space. The lot's orientation and setting provide an exceptional foundation for maximizing natural light, privacy and view corridors. Just moments from the shops and restaurants of 17th Street, the Castaways trails, Newport Harbor, world-class beaches, Fashion Island and Balboa Island, the location offers an exceptional coastal lifestyle with unmatched convenience. This premier Cliff Haven property presents a rare opportunity to own in one of Newport Beach's most desirable coastal communities.
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    Listed by:

    Timothy Carr DRE #01017277 949-631-9999,

    Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NP26169710MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 3
      • Main level bedrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bathroom, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Office
      Bathroom
      • Features: Jack and Jill Bath
      Bathroom
      • Features: Dual Sinks, Separate Shower, Tub Shower
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: 6 Burner Stove, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Range Hood
      • Laundry: In Garage
      Features
      • Living Room Deck Attached, Recessed Lighting, Bar, Jack and Jill Bath
      • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Family Room
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 3,506 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Garage
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Entry location: 1
      • Patio & porch: Brick, Wood
      • Pool features: None
      • Spa features: None
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: City Lights, Mountain(s)
      Lot
      • Size: 9,100 Square Feet
      • Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Value In Land
      Details
      • Parcel number: 04927119
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1953

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Biking
      • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: Cliffhaven (Clif)
      Location
      • Region: Newport Beach

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $1,340/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $872,744
      • Annual tax amount: $9,550
      • Date on market: 8/5/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 5 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

        Estimated market value

        $4,535,300

        $4.31M - $4.76M

        $8,379/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/5/2026Listed for sale$4,699,000+839.8%$1,340/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #NP26169710 Report a problem
        4/30/1993Sold$500,000$143/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$9,550 +1.6%$872,744 +2%
        2024$9,396 +2.4%$855,632 +2%
        2023$9,174 +1.7%$838,855 +2%
        2022$9,019 +1.9%$822,407 +2%
        2021$8,847 +1.8%$806,282 +1%
        2020$8,688 $798,015 +2%
        2019$8,688 +2.1%$782,368 +2%
        2018$8,512 +3.9%$767,028 +2%
        2017$8,195 $751,989 +2%
        2016$8,195 +2.3%$737,245 +1.5%
        2015$8,012 +3.4%$726,171 +2%
        2014$7,746 $711,947 +0.5%
        2013-- $708,730 +2%
        2012-- $694,834 +2%
        2011-- $681,210 +0.8%
        2010-- $676,119 -0.2%
        2009-- $677,726 +2%
        2008-- $664,438 +2%
        2007-- $651,410 +2%
        2006-- $638,638 +2%
        2005-- $626,116 +2%
        2004-- $613,840 +1.9%
        2003-- $602,590 +2%
        2002-- $590,775 +2%
        2001$5,899 +2.6%$579,192 +2%
        2000$5,749 $567,836
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 92663

        Getting around

        66 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        32 / 100
        Some Transit
        54 / 100
        Bikeable

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