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Gated community with views of Newport Bay’s turning basin
Bayshores is one of the few guard-gated neighborhoods in Newport Bay. It’s also right on the water. “It has the best views of the turning basin, which has some of the widest and deepest water in Newport Bay,” says Annie Clougherty, a Realtor with Compass and a Newport Beach native. She’s sold homes in the area for 20-plus years. “You have larger lots, as opposed to Balboa Island where they’re closer. You can also see Lido Isle, Linda Island and Harbor Island from the bayfront since they all converge in that area.” Water sports, especially boating, are integral to the lifestyle here, and most residents are outdoorsy. Some people keep vacation homes here, and past residents include Newport Beach icon John Wayne, Nicholas Cage and other stars. Despite the community's exclusivity, the Bayshores Community Association facilitates get-togethers throughout the year. People decorate golf carts for July Fourth, and residents can watch the boat races together in early May, celebrating the opening of sailing season.
Bayshores is a private gated community with its own park, beaches and marinas.
The western shore of the Bayshores neighborhood features spetacular homes and boat slips on the bay.
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Luxury estates on Newport Bay, docks and views
Bayshores is a community of roughly 250 homes, and they’re all walkable to the bayfront. They typically have large square footage and multiple stories. They might also have features that incorporate the outdoors, such as patios and verandas. Of these 250 homes, roughly 25 are directly on the water, and even fewer have private docks. Whatever the location, only a few homes go on the market every year. The average home value is around $5.5 million, but the most exclusive properties can quadruple that value. Potential residents should know that the community association has rules for home maintenance, architecture and landscaping.
Bayshores is a bayside community with water on two of three sides.
Homes with Cape Cod style are close to the marina and bayfront in the Bayshores neighborhood.
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All As for Newport-Mesa Unified Schools
Newport Heights Elementary, Ensign Intermediate and Newport Harbor High all receive As from Niche, and they’re all within a mile of Bayshores. The high school has a one-on-one mentorship program where students can learn from industry leaders, gaining real-world experience in their desired fields. The school’s football team also has a heated rivalry with Corona del Mar High, and bleachers often fill for the annual Battle of the Bay game.
The entrance to Newport Heights Elementary School.
Newport Harbor High School dates back to 1930 and is part of the Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
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Exclusive perks for Bayshores residents
Many communities on Newport Bay have the beach lifestyle — boating, swimming and other water sports — but that’s especially true in Bayshores. This neighborhood has exclusive amenities such as a children’s park, two yacht-friendly marinas and two private beaches. People frequently use the sand for barbecues, and in the summer, the community association puts out a slide for kids. Established in 1948 and next to the Balboa Bay Resort, the Balboa Bay Club is a perk for fee-paying residents. “One of the things that people don’t know is that if you’re a member of the Balboa Bay Club and live in Bayshores, you can get a private key,” Clougherty says. “Residents have their own gate, so you can walk down the bayfront, open the gate and be right at the club for a cocktail.”
Bayshores residents enjoy their choice of two private beaches on the bay.
The spectacular and historic Balboa Bay Resort is at the eastern edge of the Bayshores community.
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Waterside dining on Newport Bay, world-class shopping at Fashion Island
Bayshore Café & Lounge Restaurant is an upscale option across the Pacific Coast Highway. A+O Restaurant and Bar has similar food, and it’s on the bayfront at Balboa Bay Resort. For fresh, native-caught fish, Pearson’s Port is a seafood market across Newport Bay. Pavilions is close by for traditional groceries too. Fashion Island is an outdoor mall with over 200 retailers within a short drive, and on the opposite side of the bay, Lido Marina Village is a newly developed retail center on the waterfront.
Bayshore Cafe Lounge is an elegant dining spot across the street from Bayshores on PCH.
Pavilions Market is blocks away over the bridge from Bayshores for residents to get their weekly shopping.
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Golf cart routes around Bayshores, PCH around Newport Beach
Bayshores is less than a square mile in total, and many people walk, bike or golf cart around the neighborhood. To drive to other parts of Newport Beach, the Pacific Coast Highway runs along the northern gate and crosses Newport Bay. John Wayne Airport is roughly 5 miles north of the neighborhood and has over 50 nonstop flights. As an alternative to car travel, the Orange County Transportation Authority operates several bus routes through the city.
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Situated on a rare 50-foot-wide corner lot, this newly renovated and expanded home offers a refined yet relaxed lifestyle complete with private beach and bay views and seamless indoor-outdoor living in the heart of one of Newport Beach's most coveted guard-gated bay front communities. The open concept floor plan includes bi-folding doors along the entire first floor showcasing the private beach
Welcome to your dream coastal haven at 2602 Circle Drive, nestled within the exclusive, guard-gated community of Bayshores in Newport Beach. This rare gem combines understated luxury with the simplicity of coastal living, providing seamless indoor and outdoor spaces. Enjoy the bay breeze in this picturesque neighborhood, which features private beaches, volleyball courts, and a private dock. Step
Tucked within the prestigious guard-gated enclave of Bayshores, this custom residence offers refined coastal living in one of Newport Harbor’s most exclusive bayfront communities. Thoughtfully designed to blend timeless elegance with contemporary sophistication, the four-bedroom, five-and-a-half-bath home spans over 4,400 square feet of living space—offering generous scale and an ideal floor plan
Located in the guard-gated community of Bayshores, this waterfront home offers sweeping views of Newport Harbor and a relaxed coastal lifestyle. The home features 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, a dining room, bonus room(s), and generous outdoor space for enjoying the bayfront setting.The private upstairs primary suite includes a spacious bath, large closet, and again, beautiful bay views. Three
Rare opportunity to lease short term on the bayfront (30 day minimum) in the private, resort lifestyle, gate guarded community of Bayshores. Landlord will consider long term lease beginning 01/2026. This is the ideal coastal retreat. Classic Bayshores two story home with bay fronting patio, lawn and private dock. Situated just a few doors to Bayshores swim beach & sand volleyball. 4 bedrooms
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
598
Median Age
56
Population under 18
16.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
35.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$152,966
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$162,929
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
66.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
33%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
9''
Average Winter Low Temperature
50°F
Average Summer High Temperature
72°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
70/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
66/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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