Estimated payment $22,391/month
Highlights
- Ocean View
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Open Floorplan
- Newport Elementary School Rated A
- Updated Kitchen
- Deck
About This Home
Perfectly positioned just steps from the sand and the sparkling waters of Newport Harbor, 203 8th Street presents a rare Peninsula duplex opportunity combining ocean and bay views, flexible living, and exceptional coastal walkability. Whether as an owner-occupied retreat with income potential or a prime investment, this property captures the very essence of beachside living. The upstairs residence features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, a remodeled kitchen, inviting fireplace, and a private rooftop deck showcasing sweeping ocean and harbor views. The primary suite offers an ensuite bath and its own private exterior entrance. Tile flooring anchors the main living areas, with carpeted bedrooms and a hall bath complete with dual vanity and tub/shower combination. The downstairs unit offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, a cozy fireplace, and a private patio extending the living space outdoors. An oversized garage provides two parking spaces (one per unit) plus shared laundry. Located just moments from Newport Harbor Yacht Club, world-class beaches, the bay, and the Peninsula’s celebrated dining and shopping, this is a rare opportunity to secure a premier address in one of Newport Beach’s most coveted coastal enclaves.
Listing Agent
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty Brokerage Email: aj@whitrealestate.com License #01869034 Listed on: 03/10/2026
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Year Built
- Built in 1965
Lot Details
- 2,178 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 34 x 70
- 1 Common Wall
- Rectangular Lot
- Level Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
Property Views
- Ocean
- Bay
- City Lights
Home Design
- Duplex
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Turnkey
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,446 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Built-In Features
- Recessed Lighting
- Sliding Doors
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
Kitchen
- Eat-In Galley Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Range Hood
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Tile Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Dual Sinks
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Rooftop Access
Schools
- Newport Coast Elementary School
- Ensign Middle School
- Newport Harbor High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Connected
- Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- 2 Units
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 1
- Tax Tract Number 884
- Assessor Parcel Number 04727422
- $565 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 | $40,504 | $3,873,409 | $3,751,135 | $122,274 |
| 2024 | $40,504 | $3,797,460 | $3,677,583 | $119,877 |
| 2023 | $39,557 | $3,723,000 | $3,605,473 | $117,527 |
| 2022 | $12,159 | $1,107,303 | $971,936 | $135,367 |
| 2021 | $11,928 | $1,085,592 | $952,879 | $132,713 |
| 2020 | $11,813 | $1,074,461 | $943,108 | $131,353 |
| 2019 | $11,575 | $1,053,394 | $924,616 | $128,778 |
| 2018 | $11,348 | $1,032,740 | $906,487 | $126,253 |
| 2017 | $11,149 | $1,012,491 | $888,713 | $123,778 |
| 2016 | $10,901 | $992,639 | $871,288 | $121,351 |
| 2015 | $10,797 | $977,729 | $858,200 | $119,529 |
| 2014 | $10,544 | $958,577 | $841,389 | $117,188 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/10/2026 03/10/26 | For Sale | $3,695,000 | 0.0% | $1,511 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/14/2025 04/14/25 | Rented | $6,395 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 03/21/2025 03/21/25 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/15/2025 02/15/25 | For Rent | $6,395 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 02/06/2025 02/06/25 | Off Market | $6,395 | -- | -- | |
| 11/14/2024 11/14/24 | Price Changed | $6,395 | -5.3% | $4 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/12/2024 10/12/24 | Price Changed | $6,750 | -6.3% | $5 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/06/2024 09/06/24 | For Rent | $7,200 | +67.4% | -- | |
| 05/10/2022 05/10/22 | Rented | $4,300 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 05/03/2022 05/03/22 | For Rent | $4,300 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 03/28/2022 03/28/22 | Sold | $3,650,000 | -1.2% | $1,492 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/15/2022 03/15/22 | For Sale | $3,695,000 | -- | $1,511 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: NP26045833
APN: 047-274-22
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