Known worldwide as the picture of a high-end seaside community, Newport Beach lives up to its reputation with cliffside mansions overlooking the Pacific, an idyllic coastline and famous piers. Newport Beach encompasses a large area with a variety of communities and prices, but ultimately, people move here desiring the same lifestyle. They can be near world-renowned beaches, great hiking and designer shopping, whether they live in the suburbs or a beachfront estate. “You’ve got lovely houses, great schools, great hiking and golfing, and on top of all that, one of the best beaches in the country,” says Realtor Kim Bibb of Sotheby’s International, who has lived in the area for over 25 years. “It’s the complete package.” The city's weather is remarkably balmy throughout the year, with average monthly highs ranging from 64 to 74 degrees, and lows ranging from 50 to 65.
Newport Beach City lives up to its reputation with cliffside mansions overlooking the Pacific.
People move to Newport Beach City desiring the luxurious lifestyle with beachfront estates.
Newport Beach City has great trails for hiking and jogging with spectacular views.
World famous Newport Beach Pier is a popular destination for locals and visitors from afar.
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Breezy bungalows and multimillion-dollar cliffside estates
Home options and prices vary based on the community, with a median price of around $3.3 million. These include sleek beachfront homes on Balboa Peninsula, classic cedar-shake beach houses near coastal shopping on Balboa Island, and Mission Revival homes on Lido Isle. Farther inland, communities are more suburban, with homes ranging from $1 million to $15 million. The palatial cliffside estates that look straight out of a movie are on the beaches of Corona Del Mar and the hills of Crystal Cove, south of Balboa Peninsula. These range from midsize beach homes for $2 million to extraordinary towering haciendas looking over the Pacific for $50 million to Mediterranean-influenced villas in the hills for almost $90 million.
Many Newport Beach City homes have places to park their boats on Balboa Coves.
Newport Beach City have world famous beach homes overlooking the beautiful beach.
Newport Beach Cit lives up to its reputation with cliffside homes overlooking the Pacific ocean.
Luxurious homes are perched on cliffs in Newport Beach City with views of the Pacific ocean.
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World-renowned beachfront and hiking
With over 10 miles of coastline, Newport Beach offers endless ocean activities for all interests. Thrill-seeking locals flock to the Wedge off Balboa Peninsula, a world-famous surfing and bodysurfing destination; its 30-foot-high swells are known to send even the most experienced surfers into a wild wipeout, although be aware that board surfing is often restricted in the summer months when the break is too crowded. For those who enjoy calmer saltwater activities, Balboa Peninsula is also perfect for a day on the beach, and Newport Pier is a popular fishing spot. Locals who prefer the hills over the beach can go southeast of Newport Beach to Crystal Cove State Park, home to more than 18 miles of trails across 2,400 acres of preserved wilderness areas. Those looking for a more manicured outdoor experience can pass time at one of the city’s five golf courses, including the Newport Beach Country Club, which hosts the PGA Tour Champions’ Hoag Classic tournament every March.
The Wedge in Newport Beach City offers world-famous surfing and bodysurfing with 30 foot waves.
Newport Beach Country Club is home of the PGA Tour Champions’ Hoag Classic.
Take a stroll on the beaches along Balboa Peninsula near the world famous Newport Pier.
Newport Beach City offers 10 miles of endless coastline activities for all interests.
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A-plus rated Corona Del Mar High School
Newport Beach's Corona Del Mar High earned Hollywood fame as the inspiration for "The Harbor School" in the hit teen drama "The O.C." It's a part of the Newport-Mesa Unified School District, which is grade an A-overall by Niche. All of the city’s individual public schools have an A or A-plus grade on the site as well. The city is also home to stellar private schools, such as the Sage Hill School, Niche's No. 12 best private high school in California.
A National Blue Ribbon School, Corona Del Mar High School offers excellent education.
Sage Hill School is a private preparatory school located in Newport Coast, California.
Newport Beach Elementary School is located right on the Balboa Peninsula sand.
Your kids will enjoy learning at Newport Harbor High School.
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Art exhibits and concerts on the green
The Cultural Arts Division of the Newport Beach Public Library supports a revolving program of art exhibits at local galleries and outdoor displays to complement the area's natural beauty, such as the sculpture exhibition in Civic Center Park. The Newport Beach Art Exhibition at the Civic Center is one of the most popular annual events; it showcases hundreds of paintings, photographs and sculptures from local artists. The park also hosts public concerts on the green every summer. The Newport Beach Film Festival is held every October (formerly every April), and features hundreds of screenings over the course of a week.
The art community in Newport Beach City is well known for creating masterful art.
The Cultural Arts Division of the Newport Beach City Public Library offers artistic programs.
Balboa Island Art Walk is a great place for artist to get out and show their masterpieces.
Newport Beach Civic Center Park Artscapes near the Back Bay is a great place to unwind.
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Highways/Public Transit/Airports
The scenic Pacific Coast Highway runs through Newport Beach, so residents can drive to coastal destinations with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. When they're in more of a hurry, residents take I-405 for a 45-mile drive to LA, which usually takes about an hour but could be double that during rush hour. Cycling is an increasingly popular way of getting around town, from coastal trails at Crystal Cove to the Santa Ana River Trail, which follows its namesake on the north side of town 30 miles inland to Riverside County. The closest airport is John Wayne, in the city's northwest corner, at the borders of Newport Beach, Irvine and Santa Ana. It offers dozens of direct flights to locations in the U.S., Mexico and Canada. For additional destinations, Los Angeles International Airport is about 45 miles away.
Designer shopping and trendy restaurants
Each area of Newport Beach has its own dining and shopping, but there are a few designer shopping hubs that many people gravitate to. “It’s probably not the first thing people think of when they think of Newport Beach, but the shopping is actually pretty great," says Realtor Brian Johnson of Coldwell Banker Realty. "The combination of Fashion Island and Costa Mesa shops means you can pick up just about everything you need in town.” Fashion Island is a large open-air mall with trendy retail, restaurants and high-end grocery stores, and people come from all over to get their hands on the latest high fashion at South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa. Balboa Peninsula has a selection of vibrant seaside dining, from celeb hotspots like Nobu to classic SoCal seafood spots like Baja Sharkeez.
Try the delicious fresh shrimp cocktails at Circle Hook Fish Company in Newport Beach City.
Shop at Bloomingdales in Fashion Island Mall for top of the line clothing in Newport Beach City.
Nobu restaurant is a celebrity hotspot in Newport Beach City which offers great dish options.
Outdoor dining with great views of the water is plentiful in Newport Beach City.
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Flood and wildfire risk
Floods aren't too common here, but homeowners closest to the water may be required to purchase flood insurance. Wildfires pose a growing risk to the region, so many homes require wildfire insurance. Drought is also a persistent problem in the area, and residents are encouraged to conserve water according to current drought regulations.
Newport Beach's violent crime rate is well below California and U.S. averages, while its property crime rate is slightly below state and national averages. Incidents tend to occur in the high-traffic, touristy parts of the city, while residential areas like Corona Del Mar see very little crime.
On average, homes in Newport Beach, CA sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Newport Beach, CA over the last 12 months is $3,425,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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