
1700 Highland Dr Newport Beach, CA 92660
Mariners NeighborhoodEstimated payment $42,433/month
Highlights
- Very Popular Property
- In Ground Pool
- Loft
- Mariners Elementary School Rated A
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- No HOA
About This Home
Welcome to 1700 Highland Drive—a stunning, upgraded residence in the heart of Newport Beach’s sought-after Dover Shores. This luxurious 5-bedroom, 6.5-bathroom home spans over 5,100 square feet on a 10,230 square foot lot, offering a perfect blend of elegance, comfort, and coastal convenience. Thoughtful recent upgrades include a redesigned kitchen backsplash, freshly repainted cabinetry, and a newly added living room/office with French doors. The laundry room has been reimagined with new floors, cabinetry, and French doors that lead to the pickleball court. A reconfigured movie room, retiled pool, and a newly added sectioned brick wall in the backyard further elevate the home’s functionality and style. The open-concept layout showcases a spacious great room with infinity doors that flow into an entertainer’s dream backyard—complete with a private pool with Baja shelf, spa, built-in seating, gas fire pit, and pickleball court. The chef’s kitchen features a six-burner stove, double ovens, Calcutta countertops, Miele espresso built-in, walk-in pantry, and custom cabinetry. The serene primary suite offers a walk-in closet, barn door, and spa-style bath with dual vanities, Calcutta gold marble, soaking tub, and oversized shower. One bedroom and four bathrooms are located on the main level, along with a den, office, and laundry room. Smart home systems, zoned HVAC, Elan surround sound, EV charging, reclaimed wood accents, security cameras, and a gated 40-foot driveway complete this exceptional offering—just minutes from the Back Bay loop, beaches, top schools, and 17th Street dining.
Listing Agent
Kase Real Estate Brokerage Phone: 9493555947 License #01434793 Listed on: 08/20/2025

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $51,845
Year Built
- Built in 1961
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Interior Spaces
- 5,138 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Library
- Loft
- Neighborhood Views
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
Schools
- Mariners Elementary School
- Ensign Middle School
- Newport Harbor High School
Additional Features
- In Ground Pool
- 10,230 Sq Ft Lot
- Suburban Location
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 4
- Tax Tract Number 3800
- Assessor Parcel Number 11759203
- $393 per year additional tax assessments
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2025 | $51,845 | $4,987,677 | $3,894,012 | $1,093,665 |
2024 | $51,845 | $4,889,880 | $3,817,659 | $1,072,221 |
2023 | $50,636 | $4,794,000 | $3,742,802 | $1,051,198 |
2022 | $49,802 | $4,700,000 | $3,669,413 | $1,030,587 |
2021 | $43,948 | $4,142,476 | $3,091,451 | $1,051,025 |
2020 | $43,527 | $4,100,000 | $3,059,751 | $1,040,249 |
2019 | $38,429 | $3,621,000 | $2,690,218 | $930,782 |
2018 | $37,661 | $3,550,000 | $2,637,468 | $912,532 |
2017 | $26,922 | $2,523,750 | $1,604,815 | $918,935 |
2016 | $20,721 | $1,941,182 | $1,573,349 | $367,833 |
2015 | $12,180 | $1,128,394 | $863,411 | $264,983 |
2014 | -- | $1,106,291 | $846,498 | $259,793 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
08/20/2025 08/20/25 | For Sale | $6,995,000 | +48.8% | $1,361 / Sq Ft |
07/16/2021 07/16/21 | Sold | $4,700,000 | 0.0% | $915 / Sq Ft |
05/05/2021 05/05/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
05/05/2021 05/05/21 | For Sale | $4,700,000 | +14.6% | $915 / Sq Ft |
08/30/2019 08/30/19 | Sold | $4,100,000 | -0.6% | $866 / Sq Ft |
08/15/2019 08/15/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
08/15/2019 08/15/19 | For Sale | $4,125,000 | +16.2% | $871 / Sq Ft |
07/18/2017 07/18/17 | Sold | $3,550,000 | -1.3% | $750 / Sq Ft |
05/05/2017 05/05/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
05/04/2017 05/04/17 | For Sale | $3,595,000 | +96.4% | $759 / Sq Ft |
06/04/2015 06/04/15 | Sold | $1,830,000 | -2.6% | $405 / Sq Ft |
04/01/2015 04/01/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
03/27/2015 03/27/15 | For Sale | $1,879,000 | 0.0% | $416 / Sq Ft |
03/16/2015 03/16/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
03/11/2015 03/11/15 | For Sale | $1,879,000 | -- | $416 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Quit Claim Deed | -- | Wfg National Title | |
Grant Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
Grant Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Lawyers Title Company | |
Grant Deed | $4,700,000 | Lawyers Title Company | |
Grant Deed | $4,100,000 | First American Title Company | |
Grant Deed | $3,550,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
Grant Deed | $1,830,000 | North American Title | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Co | |
Grant Deed | $900,000 | Orange Coast Title | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | North American Title Co | |
Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $150,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $3,000,000 | Commercial | |
Previous Owner | $2,775,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
Previous Owner | $500,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $2,485,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
Previous Owner | $20,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $1,950,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
Previous Owner | $250,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $1,281,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
Previous Owner | $350,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $847,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
Previous Owner | $650,000 | No Value Available | |
Previous Owner | $600,000 | No Value Available | |
Closed | $166,300 | No Value Available |
About the Listing Agent

Ranking as a Top 100 U.S. Agent for five consecutive years by RealTrends is a testament to Keven Stirdivant’s extensive market knowledge and expert negotiation skills. Although he appreciates industry recognition, what matters most to him is the client experience, which is evident in his vast, growing network of repeat and referral buyers and sellers. As the founder of KASE Real Estate, the No. 1 producing real estate company in Costa Mesa, California, Keven leads a team of top agents who
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