Real Estate Agent In Newport Coast, Newport Beach | Find Your Dream Home
Alex Yu helps buyers, sellers, and investors move through Newport Coast, Newport Beach, and Corona del Mar with confidence, backed by First Team Real Estate, more than a decade of experience, and over $400 million in closed sales.
10+Years Licensed
$400M+In Closed Sales
500+Five-Star Reviews
~79Days on Market*
About Alex Yu
A Newport Coast Licensed Real Estate Broker Who Protects Your Deal Like It's His Own.
I am Alex Yu, a licensed Orange County real estate broker with First Team Real Estate and over a decade of full-time experience. I serve buyers, sellers, and investors across Newport Coast, Newport Beach, and the wider coastal market, and I have been personally endorsed by Shark Tank's Barbara Corcoran.
Before real estate, I advised JPMorgan Chase as an REO manager, working closely with bank-owned property and complex transactions. That background shaped how I protect a client's interests, with sharp negotiation and a clear, data-backed read on value. I treat every deal as if the money were my own.
I stay active in causes I care about, supporting animal rescue, child welfare, and cancer advocacy. From a guard-gated estate in Crystal Cove to a townhome in Ziani, my goal is the same. I want a process you understand and control at every step.
Track record that speaks for itself
$400M+ in Closed Sales
More than $400 million in real estate sold across coastal Orange County.
500+ Five-Star Reviews
A reputation built on 500+ five-star client reviews and steady referrals.
Endorsed by Barbara Corcoran
Personally endorsed by Shark Tank's Barbara Corcoran for results and trust.
- Buyer representation across Newport Coast
- Seller representation & pricing strategy
- Luxury real estate investment guidance
- Relocation & remote buyer support
- Estates, custom homes & townhomes
- Home valuation & market analysis
How I Work
Buy, sell, or invest across Newport Coast in Newport Beach, guided village by village.
Newport Coast is a master-planned, mostly guard-gated coastal community in Newport Beach, California, inside ZIP 92657 and set in the hills above Crystal Cove State Park. The Irvine Company built it through the 1990s as a collection of about 52 villages, from oceanfront custom estates in Crystal Cove to townhomes in Ziani and Trovare. HOA dues and, in some villages, Mello-Roos vary by enclave, so value turns on the village, the view, and the most recent sales inside that gate. I bring more than a decade of coastal closings and a former REO manager's read on the numbers to every Newport Coast buyer and seller.
We help you:
- Buy the right estate or townhome, then negotiate from a position of knowledge
- Sell for top dollar with comps worked village by village inside the gates
- Invest with data-backed guidance on luxury demand, rentals, and resale
Sell
Invest
Listing Marketing
Your Newport Coast home gets the spotlight it deserves, with marketing built to sell.
Newport Coast sells on presentation and reach, not just a sign at the gate. As of 2026, homes in ZIP 92657 have sold near a $5.3 million median, around $1,600 per square foot, with a median near 79 days on the market. I price each home against recent sales inside its own village, because an oceanfront Crystal Cove estate trades on a different scale than a Pelican Ridge home two ridges inland.
Then I prep it, shoot it, and launch it across Zillow, Redfin, Realtor.com, and Homes.com, with reach into the luxury and relocation buyers who shop this coast. Buyers at this level compare finish, view, and provenance closely, so the listing that prices right and shows best earns the strongest offer. My team handles staging guidance, professional media, and timing built around your goals.
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Property Presentation
Photos that turn a quick scroll into a Newport Coast showing.
Most buyers judge a Newport Coast home in the first few photos, before they ever call. Coastal estates photograph well when the light, the ocean view, and the architecture are captured right, so I commission clean, professional images and a floor plan for every listing.
Sharper media pulls more online views, more private showings, and stronger offers. For a Newport Coast estate, that usually means featuring the Pacific view, the pool and terrace, and the rooms that read as true luxury. Buyers remember the home shown with care, and at this level they pay for it.
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Local Knowledge
Living in Newport Coast.
Newport Coast is one of Newport Beach's most exclusive areas, a master-planned hillside community above Crystal Cove State Park on the San Joaquin Hills. Built by The Irvine Company through the 1990s, it gathers about 52 mostly gated villages, from oceanfront custom estates to resort-style townhomes, inside ZIP code 92657. It was annexed into Newport Beach in 2002 and sits minutes from Fashion Island and the beaches at Crystal Cove. Here is what buyers ask me most.
What are homes in Newport Coast like?
Newport Coast is a collection of about 52 villages, most of them gated or guard-gated, ranging from oceanfront custom estates to attached townhomes. Homes run roughly 1,500 to 12,000+ square feet, with Mediterranean, Tuscan, and contemporary architecture set on hillside lots with ocean and canyon views. Crystal Cove, Pelican Crest, and Pelican Hill hold the largest custom estates.
Source: Wikipedia: Newport Coast (2026).How much do homes cost in Newport Coast?
In ZIP 92657, the median sale price sat near $5.3 million in 2026, about $1,600 per square foot. Resort-style townhomes in villages like Ziani and Trovare can start near $1.7M, while custom estates in Crystal Cove, Pelican Crest, and Pelican Point reach $10M to $65M+. Inventory is limited, so pricing turns on the village and the view.
Source: Redfin 92657 (2026).How far is Newport Coast from the airport and the beach?
Crystal Cove and Pelican Point beaches sit minutes downhill, and Fashion Island is about 10 minutes away. John Wayne Airport is roughly 15 minutes by car, and Corona del Mar is about 8 minutes. The 73 toll road runs along the inland edge, keeping the wider county within easy reach.
Source: Off-peak driving estimates (2026).What is the Newport Coast community like?
Newport Coast is a quiet, upscale enclave of about 9,200 residents within Newport Beach, with a median household income near $185,000 and a median age around 47. Life centers on the gated villages, the Resort at Pelican Hill, and the coast, with strong privacy and a resort feel year-round.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2024) & neighborhood data.Is Newport Coast a good place to invest?
Newport Coast pairs limited coastal supply with steady luxury and second-home demand, which supports value over time. Most homes sit inside a homeowners association, and some villages carry a Mello-Roos special tax, so carrying costs vary by gate. I help investors run the numbers, including rental rules and resale, before they commit.
Source: Best Homes Orange County market guide (2026).What is there to do near Newport Coast?
Daily life runs along the coast and the hills, from Crystal Cove State Park and its tide pools to the two Pelican Hill golf courses and Newport Ridge parks. Fashion Island, the Crystal Cove Promenade, and the dining at the Resort at Pelican Hill are all a short drive away.
Source: California State Parks, Crystal Cove (2026).
Schools
Elementary · K-6
Middle & High · 7-12
Private · 9-12
Schools serving Newport Coast.
Most Newport Coast addresses sit inside the Newport-Mesa Unified School District, with Newport Coast Elementary for the early grades and the combined Corona del Mar Middle and High School for grades 7 to 12. Sage Hill School, an independent private school, sits on Newport Coast Drive. Some Crystal Cove addresses fall inside Laguna Beach Unified instead, so always confirm attendance zones with the district for a specific address.
Newport Coast Elementary
- The neighborhood K-6 school at 6655 Ridge Park Road
- Serves roughly 470 students inside Newport-Mesa Unified
- Ranked among the stronger elementary campuses in the county
Corona del Mar Middle & High
- A combined 7-12 campus serving about 2,100 students
- Strong academics with a high graduation rate
- The main public secondary school for Newport Coast
Sage Hill School
- An independent college-preparatory high school
- Located on Newport Coast Drive near the community
- A private option many local families consider
Find Your Fit
View Homes For Sale
Attendance zones drive value here, and they shift by street. Search active Newport Coast listings and check the assigned schools for any address before you tour.
Lifestyle
Life around Newport Coast.
Crystal Cove State Park
A coastal park of about 2,400 acres of backcountry, three miles of beach, tide pools, and 18 miles of trails, plus a roughly 1,150-acre underwater preserve. The park borders Newport Coast on its ocean side.
Pelican Hill Golf Club
Two Tom Fazio ocean-view courses at the Resort at Pelican Hill, open to the public. The North and South layouts wind along the hills above the Pacific, a short drive from most Newport Coast villages.
Newport Ridge & Coastal Peak Park
The community parks along Newport Ridge offer ball fields, trails, and open green space with ocean and canyon views. Coastal Peak Park sits high on the ridge, a hub for local families and weekend recreation.
Crystal Cove Historic District
A preserved set of 46 vintage seaside cottages on the National Register, home to The Beachcomber restaurant and the Shake Shack above the cove. A rare piece of old coastal California right next door.
Reef Point & Pelican Point
Two of Crystal Cove's main beach access points, with bluff-top parking, tide pools, and a marine protected area offshore. Both sit minutes downhill from the gates of Newport Coast.
Fashion Island
The open-air luxury shopping center in Newport Center, with Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, and more than 60 stores and restaurants. About 10 minutes from Newport Coast, it anchors upscale shopping and dining.
Market Trends
Newport Coast market snapshots.
$5.3M
Median Sale Price (92657)
As of 2026
~79
Median Days on Market
As of 2026
$1,600
Median Price / Sq Ft
As of 2026
-18%
Median Price vs Peak
As of 2026
Newport Coast trades on scarcity at the top of the market. Very few homes list inside each gated village at any time, so a single new estate can shift the comps for its enclave. Ocean views, lot position, and the village itself drive value far more than a community-wide average. Most sales land across a wide range, from townhomes near $1.7M to custom estates above $20M, so the right price comes from recent sales inside that gate, not a citywide number.
In ZIP 92657, the median sale price in 2026 was about $5.3 million, near $1,600 per square foot, with homes selling in a median of about 79 days. Prices have eased from the 2022 peak, down roughly 18% at the median, which has given well-prepared buyers more room to negotiate. The strongest listings still move, while overpriced homes sit. Because so few homes are for sale at once, pricing and presentation decide the result.
For Buyers
At this level, the best homes still draw competition while overpriced ones linger. I help you read each village, value the view and the lot, and write a strong, clean offer. When a home has sat, I tell you why before you fall for it, and I protect you on inspections, HOA rules, and any Mello-Roos.
For Sellers
Luxury buyers compare finish, view, and provenance closely, so your price and presentation decide the outcome. I prep the home, price it against recent sales inside your village, and put it in front of luxury and relocation buyers everywhere they look. A sharp, accurate launch protects your final number far better than starting high.
2025 vs 2026 Market Snapshot
| Metric | 2025 (Full Year) | 2026 (YTD) |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price (92657) | ~$5.0M | $5.3M |
| Median Price / Sq Ft | ~$1,520 | $1,600 |
| Median Days on Market | ~72 days | 79 days |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | ~95% | ~96% |
| Homes Sold / Month | ~25 | ~28 |
Source: Redfin 92657 market data (2026). ZIP 92657 is a low-volume luxury market, so single-month figures can vary. .
Getting Around
Commute times from Newport Coast.
Newport Coast sits along Newport Coast Drive and the Pacific Coast Highway, with the 73 toll road at its inland edge for quick access north and south. That coastal-hills position puts beaches, Fashion Island, John Wayne Airport, and the job centers of Irvine within an easy daily reach. There is no Metrolink station here, so most trips are by car. Drive times below are approximate, off-peak estimates.
| Destination | Distance | Typical Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Crystal Cove State Beach | ~2 miles | ~6 min |
| Corona del Mar | ~4 miles | ~8 min |
| Fashion Island, Newport Beach | ~6 miles | ~10 min |
| Laguna Beach | ~7 miles | ~12 min |
| John Wayne Airport (SNA) | ~9 miles | ~15 min |
| Irvine Spectrum | ~10 miles | ~17 min |
| South Coast Plaza | ~11 miles | ~18 min |
| Downtown Los Angeles | ~50 miles | ~70 min |
Source: Off-peak driving estimates from mapping tools (2026). Distances measured from central Newport Coast, ZIP 92657.
Local Roots
The story behind Newport Coast.
Newport Coast was the last large piece of The Irvine Company's coastal holdings to be developed, built up only in the 1990s after more than a century as ranch land. Here is how this stretch of the San Joaquin Hills went from Mexican land grant to one of California's most exclusive coastal communities.
1837
Rancho San Joaquin
The Mexican government granted Rancho San Joaquin, covering roughly 48,800 acres of these hills and coast, to Jose Andres Sepulveda. He grazed cattle across the land that would later include Newport Coast and much of the Irvine Ranch.
Source: Wikipedia: Irvine Ranch.1864
The Irvine Ranch
James Irvine and his partners Flint, Bixby and Company bought Rancho San Joaquin in 1864 for about $18,000, near 35 cents an acre. The purchase formed the core of the vast Irvine Ranch that shaped Orange County.
Source: Wikipedia: Irvine Ranch.1920s
Crystal Cove Cottages
Beginning in the 1920s, a seaside colony of 46 cottages took shape at Crystal Cove, used by Hollywood crews and beach families. The Historic District later joined the National Register of Historic Places.
Source: California State Parks.1979
A Park Is Saved
In 1979, The Irvine Company sold Crystal Cove and the surrounding coastal land to the State of California for about $32.6 million. That sale created Crystal Cove State Park, protecting the beaches and backcountry beside Newport Coast.
Source: Wikipedia: Crystal Cove State Park.1990s
The Pacific Riviera
Through the 1990s, The Irvine Company master-planned Newport Coast as a guard-gated coastal community, marketed as a Pacific Riviera. The villages of Crystal Cove, Pelican Hill, and Pelican Crest brought custom estates to the hills above the sea.
Source: Wikipedia: Newport Coast.2002
Joining Newport Beach
Newport Coast was annexed into the City of Newport Beach effective January 1, 2002, becoming part of its District 6. The Resort at Pelican Hill opened in 2008, adding a landmark hotel, spa, and golf to the community.
Source: Wikipedia: Newport Coast.
Eat & Shop
Italian
Steak & Seafood
Mexican
Oceanfront
Resort Grill
Casual
Promenade
Luxury Mall
Neighborhood Center
Resort
Village Shops
Luxury Mall
Where Newport Coast dines and shops.
Newport Coast keeps its dining and shopping close, from the Resort at Pelican Hill to the cafes and markets at the Crystal Cove Promenade and Newport Coast Shopping Center. Fashion Island and the restaurants of Corona del Mar sit minutes away. Here are local spots buyers ask about, with the map link for each.
Dining
Andrea
The signature fine-dining room at the Resort at Pelican Hill, serving Northern Italian cuisine with ocean views. A destination for special occasions and a benchmark for the area's high-end dining.
22701 Pelican Hill Rd S, Newport Coast, CA 92657
Visit WebsiteMastro's Ocean Club
A polished steak and seafood house on the Coast Highway in Corona del Mar, known for prime cuts, fresh seafood towers, and live music. A short drive from the Newport Coast gates.
8112 E Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92657
Visit WebsiteJavier's Crystal Cove
A lively, upscale Mexican restaurant at the Crystal Cove Promenade, popular for coastal Mexican plates, a busy bar, and ocean-view tables. A reliable favorite right off the Coast Highway.
7832 E Coast Hwy, Newport Coast, CA 92657
Visit WebsiteThe Beachcomber Cafe
A rare beachfront restaurant set among the historic cottages at Crystal Cove, serving breakfast through dinner with your feet near the sand. Expect a wait and a memorable setting on the water.
15 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, CA 92657
Visit WebsitePelican Grill
The relaxed clubhouse restaurant at Pelican Hill, overlooking the golf courses and the coast. A go-to for lunch, dinner, and weekend gatherings without leaving the Newport Coast hills.
22651 Pelican Hill Rd S, Newport Coast, CA 92657
Visit WebsiteCrystal Cove Shake Shack
A tiny landmark stand above the cove on the Coast Highway, famous for date shakes and a clifftop ocean view. A classic quick stop for locals and visitors driving the coast.
7408 E Coast Hwy, Newport Coast, CA 92657
Visit WebsiteShopping
Crystal Cove Shopping Center
An open-air center on the Coast Highway with Trader Joe's, Bear Flag Fish Co, and a row of cafes and shops. The everyday hub for the south end of Newport Coast.
7972 E Coast Hwy, Newport Coast, CA 92657
Visit WebsiteFashion Island
Newport Beach's open-air luxury center with Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, and more than 60 stores and restaurants. About 10 minutes from Newport Coast and the area's main upscale shopping.
401 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Visit WebsiteNewport Coast Shopping Center
The community's daily-needs center on Newport Coast Drive, anchored by Pavilions and lined with cafes, services, and casual dining. The closest everyday shopping for most villages.
21123 Newport Coast Dr, Newport Coast, CA 92657
Visit WebsiteResort at Pelican Hill
A AAA Five-Diamond resort on 504 coastal acres, with a spa, golf, and dining open to the public. A short drive uphill from the villages, and a centerpiece of Newport Coast life.
22701 Pelican Hill Rd S, Newport Coast, CA 92657
Visit WebsiteThe Village of Corona del Mar
The walkable stretch of the Coast Highway through Corona del Mar, packed with boutiques, cafes, and restaurants. A charming, close-in option minutes from the Newport Coast gates.
E Coast Hwy, Corona del Mar, CA 92625
View on MapSouth Coast Plaza
One of the largest and highest-grossing shopping centers in the country, with 250-plus boutiques and restaurants. About 18 minutes from Newport Coast by the 73 and 405.
3333 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Visit WebsiteA sampling of well-regarded local spots, not an exclusive list or paid placement. Alex Yu and First Team Real Estate are not affiliated with these establishments. Verify hours and details before you visit.
Live It Daily
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These are the walks, tables, and shops you would fold into a normal week. See what is on the market near the ones you would use most.
Amenities & Services
Recreation
Daily Errands
Health Care
Schools & Library
Beaches
Arts & Venues
What sits inside the gates, and what sits minutes past them.
Newport Coast became part of the City of Newport Beach on January 1, 2002, so city departments now handle police, fire, libraries, and recreation here. Daily errands stay close, and the bigger draws in Newport Center and Costa Mesa sit a short drive north. Use the linked official sources to check hours and details against a specific address.
Parks, courts, and community space
The Newport Coast Community Center at 6401 San Joaquin Hills Road anchors local recreation. Its gymnasium floor carries lines for basketball, volleyball, and pickleball, and its meeting rooms take reservations up to six months ahead. Newport Ridge Park and Coastal Peak Park cover the rest of the neighborhood play, and Pelican Hill Golf Club runs two Tom Fazio courses above the coast.
Source: City of Newport BeachGroceries, pharmacy, and errands
Newport Coast Shopping Center holds 103,000 square feet of retail at San Joaquin Hills Road and Newport Coast Drive, built around a 55,000 square foot Pavilions at 21181 Newport Coast Drive that opens at 6 AM and closes at 11 PM. Trader Joe's and Bear Flag Fish Co sit at the Crystal Cove Shopping Center on the Coast Highway.
Source: Irvine Company RetailHospitals, urgent care, and specialists
Hoag Hospital Newport Beach at 1 Hoag Drive runs a nonprofit acute care campus with an emergency department open around the clock. Hoag opened in 1952 with 75 beds and now operates two hospital campuses plus urgent care and health centers across the county. Hoag Health Center Newport Beach handles most outpatient specialties near Fashion Island.
Source: HoagSchools, library access, and civic life
Newport Coast Elementary serves the neighborhood through the Newport-Mesa Unified School District, and older students head to Corona del Mar Middle and High. The Newport Beach Public Library runs a concierge location at the community center on San Joaquin Hills Road for holds and returns, open 8 AM to 8 PM Monday through Thursday.
Source: Newport Beach Public Library and Newport Coast ElementaryBeach access and the water
Crystal Cove State Park protects 3.2 miles of beach directly below Newport Coast, reached from the Pelican Point, Los Trancos, Reef Point, and El Moro entrances off the Coast Highway. Corona del Mar State Beach sits a few minutes north. An offshore underwater park draws divers and snorkelers to the reefs.
Source: California State ParksArts, culture, and entertainment
Fashion Island carries the closest cluster of theaters, restaurants, and events, roughly three miles north of the shopping center. Segerstrom Center for the Arts and the Orange County Museum of Art sit together in Costa Mesa, about 20 minutes away. Sherman Library and Gardens in Corona del Mar keeps a smaller, quieter draw close to home.
Source: Visit Newport Beach
Parks & Open Space
State Park
City Reserve
Neighborhood Parks
A state park for a back yard.
Newport Coast sits in the San Joaquin Hills with protected land on three sides. Crystal Cove State Park runs along the coast below. Buck Gully cuts a wooded canyon down the western edge. The ridgeline parks fill in the middle. That open space is the reason the neighborhood feels the way it does, and it also carries obligations worth understanding before you buy.
- Crystal Cove Backcountry
- 2,400acres
- Protected Coastline
- 3.2miles
- Buck Gully Watershed
- 1,200acres
- Historic Cottages
- 46
Crystal Cove State Park
The Irvine Company sold this land to the State of California in 1979, and the park now holds 3.2 miles of beach and 2,400 acres of backcountry directly below Newport Coast. Trails run more than 15 miles through Moro Canyon and along Moro Ridge, open to hikers, cyclists, and horses. A separate 2.5-mile paved bluff-top trail is the only one in the park that allows leashed dogs. The Historic District preserves 46 rustic cottages built as a seaside colony in the 1930s and 1940s.
Source: California State Parks and Crystal Cove ConservancyBuck Gully Reserve
A coastal canyon on the western edge of Newport Coast, draining a watershed of roughly 1,200 acres. The City opened it to the public in 2012 after installing four bridges over the year-round stream. The main trail runs about 2.6 miles from Poppy Avenue up to San Joaquin Hills Road near the community center, with roughly 450 feet of elevation change. The Irvine Ranch Conservancy runs guided walks here.
Source: Irvine Ranch Natural LandmarksNewport Ridge and Coastal Peak
Newport Ridge Park holds the everyday fields and play areas, and the Newport Coast Community Center sits on its southeast corner. Coastal Peak Park climbs higher up the ridge for long views across the canyons to the ocean. The Pacific Ridge trailhead nearby opens onto the wider protected wilderness managed under the county conservation plan.
Source: City of Newport Beach
Living Beside Open Space
Fire hazard, honestly
Canyon frontage cuts both ways. CAL FIRE issued updated Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps for Newport Beach in March 2025, the first revision in 14 years, and the City Council adopted them that July. The Very High zone grew from 2,825 parcels under the 2011 map to 4,247 parcels, with another 1,160 in High and 831 in Moderate. Properties in these zones face defensible space rules, updated building standards, and mandatory disclosure at sale. Quote insurance during your inspection period rather than at the end.
Source: City of Newport Beach Fire Department and CAL FIRE OSFM, 2025
2,825Very High, 2011 map
+1,422Added in 2025
Taxes & Utilities
Sources: City of Newport Beach, OC Clerk-Recorder, Irvine Ranch Water District, Southern California Edison, SoCalGas, CR&R, and Ownwell. Verify current rates, districts, and boundaries by address before you budget.
Who bills you here, and what to verify by address.
Newport Coast bills differently from the rest of Newport Beach in two ways that matter. Water and sewer come from Irvine Ranch Water District rather than the City, and trash comes from a private hauler. Special taxes and assessments also vary by tract, so pull the actual tax bill for the address before you budget. Every figure below links to the agency that sets it.
Property Taxes
OC Assessor · Treasurer-Tax Collector
Proposition 13 caps the base rate at 1% of assessed value and limits annual increases to 2%. Voter-approved bonds and direct charges sit on top. Ownwell puts the median effective rate across Newport Beach near 1.08%, though the number moves by tract. A purchase resets assessed value to the sale price, so a longtime owner's bill tells you very little about yours.
Mello-Roos & Assessments
Community Facilities Districts
Newport Coast was built in phases, and some tracts carry Mello-Roos special taxes or assessment district charges while others do not. The 2002 annexation agreement set aside $18 million to reduce eligible owners' assessments at roughly $1.2 million a year. Read the preliminary title report and the current tax bill line by line before you assume a parcel is clear.
Transfer Tax
OC Clerk-Recorder
Orange County charges a documentary transfer tax of $0.55 per $500 of consideration, which works out to $1.10 per $1,000 of the sale price. Newport Beach adds no city transfer tax on top, unlike several charter cities in Los Angeles County. Escrow calculates the exact figure and applies the rounding rules at recording.
Water & Sewer
Irvine Ranch Water District
Newport Coast falls inside the Irvine Ranch Water District service area rather than the City of Newport Beach Utilities Department, which is a genuine difference from a Corona del Mar or Balboa address. IRWD supplies potable water, collects sewage, and also sells recycled water for landscape irrigation. Set up the account before your closing date.
Electricity
Southern California Edison
Southern California Edison delivers power across Newport Coast. Homes here largely date to the 1990s and 2000s, so panels tend to be modern, but ask when the HVAC and any solar equipment were last serviced. Rate plans have changed several times, so review your options rather than defaulting to the plan the seller used.
Natural Gas
SoCalGas
Southern California Gas Company supplies natural gas throughout the area on a separate account from electricity. Transfer service into your name ahead of move-in, since some accounts need a short lead time and a meter appointment.
Trash & Recycling
CR&R Environmental
The City contracts CR&R Environmental Services for residential collection in Newport Coast, while most other Newport Beach neighborhoods use City crews. Gated communities often coordinate pickup through the association, so confirm the day and the placement rules for a specific street.
Internet
Spectrum · Cox · AT&T
Spectrum, Cox, and AT&T all serve parts of Newport Coast, and fiber availability changes street by street across the tracts. Check the exact address on each provider's site before you commit to a plan or a work-from-home setup.
Police & Fire
NBPD · NBFD Station 8
Newport Beach Police and Fire have covered Newport Coast since the 2002 annexation. Fire Station 8 sits inside the neighborhood at 6502 Ridge Park Road. The Fire Prevention Division also runs wildland inspections and will schedule a defensible space review on request.
Client Voices
What clients say.
These are real reviews from buyers and sellers who worked with Alex and his team. Read the full reviews on Zillow.
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★★★★★
"Alex and Trisha did a fantastic job to help me find my dream home. Trisha is very knowledgeable and mindful of the entire home buying processes. She is very receptive and works hard for her clients. They are an awesome team!!"
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★★★★★
"Amazing experience working with Alex and team. I bought and sold my home with them and could not have asked for a more dynamic, helpful and professional agent to represent me."
Pejimmy Faragalla
★★★★★
"Alex and his team we're fantastic. Ray Guerrero represented me as the buyer and was awesome. He was very responsive and was with me through the entire process. Highly recommend!"
Where to Live
Inside Newport Coast and its villages.
Newport Coast is a collection of gated and guard-gated villages, each with its own gate, price band, and character. Here is how the best-known villages compare, with approximate price ranges. Ranges shift with the market and with a handful of high-value sales, so ask Alex for current numbers inside any gate.
Oceanfront Estates
Crystal Cove
$15M to $45M+
The premier guard-gated village, set on the bluffs above Crystal Cove State Park. Custom estates across several enclaves enjoy some of the finest ocean views in the community, with 24-hour security and direct access to the coast.
View Homes →Hilltop Estates
Pelican Crest
$10M to $65M+
A guard-gated hilltop village of large custom estates with sweeping ocean and canyon views. Among the most prestigious addresses in Newport Coast, home to some of the area's record-setting sales.
View Homes →Coastal Estates
Pelican Point
$6M to $20M+
A guard-gated village of substantial estates, many over 8,000 square feet, set close to the bluffs. Known for privacy, large lots, and proximity to the Pelican Hill resort and golf.
View Homes →Resort Adjacent
Pelican Hill
$8M to $30M+
Mediterranean and Tuscan estates set around the Resort at Pelican Hill and its two golf courses. A village built for resort-style living, with views over the fairways toward the Pacific.
View Homes →Gated Single-Family
Pelican Ridge
$4M to $9M+
A gated village of single-family homes with a community clubhouse, pool, and tennis. A more attainable entry into custom Newport Coast living, popular with families who want amenities behind the gate.
View Homes →Townhomes
Ziani & Trovare
$1.7M to $3.5M
Resort-style townhome enclaves offering a lower entry point into Newport Coast. Gated, well-amenitized, and a fit for buyers who want the location and lifestyle without an estate-sized footprint.
View Homes →
The Experience
Newport Coast Real Estate. Advice first, no pressure.
Alex Yu has guided Orange County families for more than a decade, closing over $400 million in sales and earning more than 500 five-star reviews. He is a Chapman University honors graduate in real estate and finance, and an agent personally endorsed by Barbara Corcoran, focused on Newport Coast and the wider Newport Beach luxury market. Years managing bank-owned homes for JPMorgan Chase taught him to read value the way lenders do. He runs on one rule, advice first and pressure never. He shows you what is happening, what it means for your price, and what he would do next, then hands you the final call.
Start the ConversationClarity at Every Step
Alex breaks down every contract, comp, and contingency in clear, simple terms, so you always know where you stand and why each move makes sense. No jargon, no surprises, just answers you can act on.
Annotated, Not ImprovisedData Over Theatrics
Every recommendation comes from current Newport Coast comps and hard numbers, never hype. Years managing bank-owned homes for JPMorgan Chase taught Alex to read value the way lenders do, so your price holds up.
Logic and IntegrityA Steady Hand
Buying or selling is a big chapter, so Alex carries the weight of offers, inspections, and deadlines for you. He sends weekly updates, answers fast, and never pushes you toward a decision you are not ready to make.
Understated Empathy
Ready When You Are
Let's make your Newport Coast move happen.
With more than a decade in Orange County, an endorsement from Shark Tank's Barbara Corcoran, over 500 five-star reviews, and more than 400 million dollars in sales, Alex Yu is ready to help you buy, sell, or invest in Newport Coast with a clear plan. Reach out for a no-pressure conversation about your goals.
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FAQ
Newport Coast real estate questions, answered.
Yes. Newport Coast is one of Newport Beach's most desirable communities, known for guard-gated villages, ocean views, and top-rated Newport-Mesa schools. About 9,200 residents live above Crystal Cove State Park in ZIP 92657, with the coast, golf, and Fashion Island all minutes away.
The median sale price in Newport Coast (ZIP 92657) was about $5.3 million in 2026, near $1,600 per square foot. Townhomes in Ziani and Trovare start around $1.7 million, while custom estates in Crystal Cove and Pelican Crest reach $10 million to $65 million or more.
Crystal Cove and Pelican Crest are the most expensive villages in Newport Coast. These guard-gated enclaves hold oceanfront and hilltop custom estates, with prices that commonly run from $10 million to $65 million or more. Pelican Point and Pelican Hill follow, often from $6 million to $30 million.
Yes. Most Newport Coast villages are gated or guard-gated. Crystal Cove, Pelican Crest, and Pelican Point use 24-hour guarded entries, while villages like Pelican Ridge and Ziani use staffed or coded gates. Privacy and security are central to the community's appeal.
Newport Coast is served by the Newport-Mesa Unified School District. Students attend Newport Coast Elementary for grades K-6 and Corona del Mar Middle and High School for grades 7-12. Sage Hill School offers a private option, and some Crystal Cove addresses fall in Laguna Beach Unified instead.
Alex Yu of First Team Real Estate is a leading Newport Coast real estate agent. He brings more than a decade of experience, over $400 million in closed sales, 500-plus five-star reviews, and an endorsement from Shark Tank's Barbara Corcoran. Call (949) 682-8880 to start.
Newport Coast owners budget for HOA dues, any Mello-Roos special tax, property taxes, and insurance on top of the mortgage. HOA dues vary widely by village, and some villages add Mello-Roos, so monthly carrying costs differ from one gate to the next.
Some Newport Coast villages carry a Mello-Roos special tax tied to the area's development, and others do not. The amount and remaining term vary by home and can add a meaningful sum to annual property taxes. Alex verifies the exact tax for every property before you write an offer.
Yes. Newport Coast was annexed into the City of Newport Beach effective January 1, 2002, and forms part of the city's District 6. It sits in the San Joaquin Hills above Crystal Cove State Park, inside ZIP code 92657.
Yes. Many Newport Coast buyers finance with a jumbo loan rather than paying cash, since most homes exceed conforming loan limits. You typically need a jumbo pre-approval or proof of funds. The first step is to line up financing before you tour homes.
Crystal Cove State Beach sits about 6 minutes downhill from Newport Coast, and John Wayne Airport is roughly 15 minutes by car. Fashion Island is about 10 minutes away, Corona del Mar about 8 minutes, and Laguna Beach about 12 minutes.
Yes, but rules vary by village. Most Newport Coast homes sit inside a homeowners association, and some associations restrict short-term rentals. Alex reviews the HOA rules, any Mello-Roos, and the rental numbers before you buy, so the restrictions and returns are clear.
Tell Alex Yu your budget, target villages, and timeline, and he sets up a tailored search across Newport Coast and Newport Beach. Because inventory is limited and the best homes move, having financing ready helps you act fast. Call (949) 682-8880 or use the contact form.
Newport Coast has no Metrolink station, so nearly every trip starts by car. Fashion Island and Newport Center sit about 10 minutes north, Irvine Spectrum about 17 minutes, and South Coast Plaza about 18 minutes. Downtown Los Angeles runs roughly 50 miles out, near 70 minutes off-peak and longer at rush hour. The 73 toll road along the inland edge is the fastest way north or south.
ZIP 92657 has no dedicated off-leash dog park. Newport Beach runs one city dog park, at the north end of Civic Center Park near Fashion Island, about 10 minutes away. It splits into large and small dog areas with shade and water fountains, and opens at 7 AM daily except Wednesday. Closer to home, leashed dogs are welcome on Crystal Cove's paved bluff-top trail and in the neighborhood parks, but not on the beach or the backcountry trails.
Pavilions anchors the Newport Coast Shopping Center at 21181 Newport Coast Drive and runs 6 AM to 11 PM. Trader Joe's sits at the Crystal Cove Shopping Center, 8086 East Coast Highway, open 9 AM to 9 PM. Bristol Farms at Corona del Mar Plaza, Whole Foods at Fashion Island, and Gelson's add larger and more specialty selections within about 10 minutes.
Crystal Cove State Park sits directly below Newport Coast with 3.2 miles of beach and 2,400 acres of backcountry, plus more than 15 miles of trails through Moro Canyon and along Moro Ridge. Buck Gully Reserve runs a wooded canyon down the western edge, with a main trail of about 2.6 miles. Newport Ridge Park and Coastal Peak Park cover everyday fields, play areas, and ridge views.
Andrea and the Pelican Grill serve the Resort at Pelican Hill. Javier's and the Beachcomber Cafe sit at Crystal Cove, with the Beachcomber right on the sand among the historic cottages. Mastro's Ocean Club anchors the Coast Highway nearby, and the Crystal Cove Shake Shack draws a steady line for date shakes above the cove. Fashion Island adds a much wider range about 10 minutes north.
John Wayne Airport sits about 9 miles from Newport Coast, near 15 minutes off-peak. Most drivers take Newport Coast Drive to the 73 toll road north, then exit toward MacArthur Boulevard. MacArthur through Newport Center works as a free alternative when traffic is light. Long Beach Airport and LAX both sit farther north, so allow well over an hour for either at peak times.
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