$2,799,000 - 2214 Santiago Drive, Newport Beach

  • 3Beds
  • 3Baths
  • 2,009SQ. Feet
  • 0.38Acres

The Rita Ranch, designed by iconic Mid Century Modern architect Herb Brownell, is a rare find, offering a unique opportunity to own an architectural gem on a sprawling parcel of approximately 16,500 square feet. Built in the early 1950s, the property exudes enchantment and charm as you approach down a private lane, to find it nestled in lush greenery and mature trees. The home's design, with its distinctive lines and secluded setting, is truly captivating. Known affectionately as "The Rita Ranch" by the late second owner's offspring and friends who have cherished memories of the property since the 1950s, this home is a testament to timeless design. The use of adobe, redwood, terracotta floors, skylights and glass, including a plethora of clerestory windows, bathes the interior in natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Inside, the high open beam ceilings and expansive wall of glass in the great room provide stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The functional floor plan includes a great room with a free-standing wood-burning fireplace, an open kitchen, and three bedrooms each with a bathroom en suite. The primary bedroom features its own wall of glass and a private bathroom, while the secondary bedrooms also enjoy ample natural light through large windows as well as a bathroom with a shower that has a floor to ceiling wall of glass to a private courtyard. The property's grounds are equally impressive, with a large patio off of the great room perfect for outdoor dining, mature landscaping offering complete privacy, and expansive lawns dotted with mature fruit and avocado trees. With its oversized sliding glass door, the great room opens directly to the outdoor entertaining area which makes the home ideal for large gatherings. Located just a short distance from award-winning schools, the Back Bay Nature Preserve, and the conveniences of 17th Street, this property is a rare find for those seeking an estate-sized parcel with a true Mid Century Modern gem designed by a legendary architect.

Sales Agent

Sam SmithNewport Beach Real EstatePhone: 949-444-1901Cell: 949-444-1901Contact Agent Now

Essential Information

  • MLS® #:LG24040693
  • Price:$2,799,000
  • Bedrooms:3
  • Bathrooms:3.00
  • Full Baths:1
  • Square Footage:2,009
  • Acres:0.38
  • Year Built:1953
  • Type:Residential
  • Sub-Type:Single Family Residence
  • Style:Mid-Century Modern
  • Status:Closed
  • Listing Agent:Matt Perry
  • Listing Office:Arbor Real Estate

Community Information

  • Address:2214 Santiago Drive
  • Area:N7 - West Bay - Santa Ana Heights
  • Subdivision:Upper Newport Bay (UBNB)
  • City:Newport Beach
  • County:Orange
  • Zip Code:92660

Amenities

  • Utilities:Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
  • Parking Spaces:4
  • Parking:Driveway, Garage, Asphalt, Door-Single, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Garage Faces Front, Off Street, Paved
  • # of Garages:1
  • Garages:Driveway, Garage, Asphalt, Door-Single, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Garage Faces Front, Off Street, Paved
  • View:Courtyard, Panoramic
  • Waterfront:Ocean Side Of Freeway
  • Pool:None

Interior

  • Interior:Tile
  • Interior Features:Built-in Features, Open Floorplan, Primary Suite, All Bedrooms Down, Beamed Ceilings, Bedroom on Main Level, Block Walls, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dressing Area, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Main Level Primary, Storage, Tile Counters
  • Appliances:Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Built-In Range, Freezer, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Range Hood, Water Heater
  • Heating:Radiant
  • Cooling:Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Fireplace:Yes
  • Fireplaces:Living Room, Free Standing, Great Room, Wood Burning
  • # of Stories:1
  • Stories:One

Exterior

  • Exterior:Adobe, Glass, Slump Block, Stone
  • Exterior Features:Rain Gutters
  • Lot Description:Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System, Garden, Irregular Lot, 0-1 Unit/Acre, Level, Near Park, Near Public Transit, Secluded, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Yard
  • Windows:Custom Covering(s), Drapes, Skylight(s)
  • Roof:Composition
  • Construction:Adobe, Glass, Slump Block, Stone
  • Foundation:Slab

School Information

  • District:Newport Mesa Unified
  • Elementary:Kaiser
  • Middle:Ensign
  • High:Newport Harbor

Additional Information

  • Date Listed:March 11th, 2024
  • Days on Market:9

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