Harbor Island Newport Beach

As the market continues to change in Newport Beach one thing is true that the deals are becoming harder to find as the bottom of the real estate market has passed us.  Local media outlets have reported that the Newport Beach Real Estate market is now on an upswing which is causing many home buyers who were on the fence to get out and start looking at properties.  Interest Mortgage rates are still low making this the perfect storm for locating a home.  Currently, the inventory of homes is at a very low point making it even more difficult to find the "good deals."  When looking for well priced homes we always recommend distressed properties.  In the last several years the common thread for most home buyers is finding the nicest home for the lowest…

Newport Beach home prices have really come down especially when looking at beachfront homes.  Long gone are the days when beachfront and ocean front homes were selling for well above $5 million dollars.  With today's economy finding an oceanfront home in Newport Beach under $5 million has become a lot easier to find.  Currently, there are 21 beach front homes for sale under this price point with a great selection of architectural gems on the market.  We got inspired when we saw a price reduction on this beachfront home located on the Balboa Peninsula that really captures the lifestyle of living on the beach.  We find that a lot of beach front buyers have a lot of choices now when considering a home.  There are various homes located on the sand up…

If you have been thinking about investing in Newport Beach Real Estate in 2012 you are not alone.  The real estate market has seen a lot of ups and downs in the last 5 years and many wonder if we are at the bottom of the market?  The Newport Beach Real Estate market is unique to it's own as many Newport Beach home owners pay all cash or a large sum down when purchasing a home.  The result of this habit is the lower number of distressed properties on the market.  In fact, in 2008 when the rest of the country started to go down, the Newport Beach Luxury Real Estate market saw some of the highest sales and seemed to be sheltered from the mortgage fall out.  There is no doubt that we have seen a decrease in prices in Newport Beach but we are starting to…

One of the best kept secrets in Newport Beach when looking for bayfront properties are the Promontory Bay Custom homes in Newport Beach, California.  Promontory Bay homes are a small selection of bayfront homes located on the water with various size boat docks.  Located adjacent to Beacon Bay and just around the corner from Balboa Island & Harbor Island are some of the most expensive & custom bayfront homes currently on the market.  Home prices currently range from $2,749,000 to a $7,495,000 custom bayfront home that can accomodate two 75 foot yachts!  In Newport Beach, you have many choices when it comes to finding a bayfront home for sale.  We encourage you to visit this wonderful area known as Promontory Bay.  Our clients are never…

When shopping for a bayfront home in Newport Beach you have many options depending on your budget.  Many of the luxury gated communities in Newport Beach feature stunning bayfront homes with commanding views of the Newport Bay.  If you are looking for a small bayfront community then you should consider the Beacon Bay area.  Beacon Bay is a non-gated community located next to Harbor Island, the most expensive gated community in Newport Beach.  Beacon Bay homes sit directly on the sand and have bayfront views looking towards Collins & Balboa Island.  One of the best locations in Newport Beach with an easy walk to Babloa Island and Fashion Island shopping center.  Not all Beacon Bay homes are bayfront as the interior homes will have some bay views. …

As the most expensive real estate in the country, Newport Beach is home to many luxury gated communities.  If you are wondering which communities are the most expensive in Newport Beach we have the list.  Here are the most expensive gated communities in Newport Beach, CA:  1) Harbor Island, 2) Bay Island, 3) Linda Isle and 4) Bayshores.  It's not surprising that these communities are all bayfront neighborhoods located in a close proximity to each other.  Harbor Island is a private community located in a gate but without a guard attendant.  The homes are located facing both sides of the Newport Bay with some of the largest and most exclusive homes in Newport Beach.  Currently, there is one double lot for sale for $26,500,000 with direct views of the…