Seller's Agent in 2025
Paul Daftarian
Luxe Real Estate
(714) 865-5969
92 in this area
242 Total Sales
21 Observatory Newport Coast, CA 92657
Newport Coast Neighborhood
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,631
Sq Ft
6,418
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Viking Appliances
- Freestanding Bathtub
- Newport Coast Elementary School Rated A
- Clubhouse
- Main Floor Bedroom
About This Home
As of August 2025Ideally positioned on a private corner lot at the end of a serene cul-de-sac, 21 Observatory seamlessly blends sophisticated design with luxurious upgrades. This renovated & recently refreshed residence showcases 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and approximately 3,631 square feet of impeccably curated living space. Every detail has been thoughtfully considered from 18”x36” limestone and European oak flooring to custom inlaid cabinetry, striking Calacatta marble countertops, and artisan-crafted ironwork. A state-of-the-art Lutron lighting system sets the perfect ambiance throughout, while a suite of premium Viking and Sub-Zero appliances enhances both function and form in the chef’s kitchen. The garage is a standout feature in itself, offering Cleaf cabinetry which makes it feel more like a high-end showroom than a utility space. Upstairs, the primary suite is a true retreat, featuring warm wood flooring, a stone-wrapped balcony, and a spa-inspired bathroom with marble flooring, an oversized stone shower, freestanding Hydro-spa tub, and a fully customized walk-in closet. Located within a 24-hour guard-gated community, residents enjoy resort-style amenities including an Olympic-sized heated pool, spa, toddler pool, outdoor barbecues, a grand fireplace lounge, and direct access to scenic Coastal Peak Park. Just moments from award-winning schools, upscale shopping, dining, and pristine beaches, this home offers the ultimate in privacy, luxury, and lifestyle.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Luxe Real Estate Brokerage Phone: 949-484-0387 License #01317949 Listed on: 04/11/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $45,394
Year Built
- Built in 2004
Lot Details
- 6,418 Sq Ft Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Corner Lot
- Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
HOA Fees
- $560 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 3,631 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Viking Appliances
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Jack-and-Jill Bathroom
- Freestanding Bathtub
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
Outdoor Features
- Exterior Lighting
- Rain Gutters
Utilities
- Zoned Cooling
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 14
- Tax Tract Number 16461
- Assessor Parcel Number 47846315
- $5,108 per year additional tax assessments
Community Details
Overview
- Pacific Ridge Maint Assoc. Association, Phone Number (888) 679-2500
- First Service Residential HOA
- Cypress Subdivision
Amenities
- Community Barbecue Grill
- Clubhouse
Recreation
- Community Playground
- Community Pool
- Community Spa
- Park
Security
- Security Guard
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 11, 2025
Closed on
Aug 13, 2025
Sold by
Samuel W L And Mary E Chin Revocable Tru and Chin Samuel W
Bought by
Andrew Paul Mckeen Living Trust and Mckeen
Seller's Agent
Paul Daftarian
Luxe Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Tara McNabb
Compass
List Price
$5,998,000
Sold Price
$5,550,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$448,000
-7.47%
Views
1207
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
53.47%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 29, 2021
Closed on
Sep 29, 2021
Sold by
Sharifi Amir and Yazdanshenas Desiree
Bought by
Chin Samuel W L and Chin Mary E
Seller's Agent
Paul Daftarian
Luxe Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Pamela Spruce
Compass
List Price
$3,995,000
Sold Price
$3,737,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$257,500
-6.45%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.85%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 4, 2019
Closed on
Dec 20, 2019
Sold by
Kendrick Randall R and The Randal R Kendrick Trust
Bought by
Sharifi Amir and Yazdanshenas Desiree
Seller's Agent
Harold Noriega
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Paul Daftarian
Luxe Real Estate
List Price
$2,995,000
Sold Price
$2,375,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$620,000
-20.7%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
29.77%
Original Mortgage
$1,543,750
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 14, 2017
Sold by
Kendrick Randall Raymond and Kendrick Randall Raymond
Bought by
Kendrick Randall R and The Randall R Kendrick Trust
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 21, 2013
Closed on
Apr 16, 2013
Sold by
Mather Scott A and Mather Nicole S
Bought by
Kendrick Randall Raymond
Seller's Agent
Shala Emdadi
Real Estate Legends USA
Buyer's Agent
Shala Emdadi
Real Estate Legends USA
List Price
$2,100,000
Sold Price
$2,050,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-2.38%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.67%
Original Mortgage
$1,435,000
Interest Rate
3.51%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 7, 2005
Sold by
Taylor Woodrow Homes Inc
Bought by
Mather Scott A and Mather Nicole S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,200,000
Interest Rate
1%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $5,550,000 | California Best Title | |
| Grant Deed | $3,737,500 | North American Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $2,375,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Accommodation | |
| Grant Deed | $2,050,000 | Ticor Title Tustin Orange Co | |
| Corporate Deed | $1,947,000 | First American Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $1,543,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $390,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $1,435,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,200,000 | Negative Amortization |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/20/2025 08/20/25 | Sold | $5,550,000 | -3.5% | $1,529 / Sq Ft |
| 08/11/2025 08/11/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/09/2025 06/09/25 | Price Changed | $5,749,000 | -4.2% | $1,583 / Sq Ft |
| 04/11/2025 04/11/25 | For Sale | $5,998,000 | +60.5% | $1,652 / Sq Ft |
| 10/18/2021 10/18/21 | Sold | $3,737,500 | -6.4% | $1,029 / Sq Ft |
| 10/01/2021 10/01/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/29/2021 08/29/21 | For Sale | $3,995,000 | +68.2% | $1,100 / Sq Ft |
| 01/21/2020 01/21/20 | Sold | $2,375,000 | -10.4% | $654 / Sq Ft |
| 12/21/2019 12/21/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/18/2019 11/18/19 | Price Changed | $2,650,000 | -3.9% | $730 / Sq Ft |
| 10/29/2019 10/29/19 | Price Changed | $2,758,000 | -3.5% | $760 / Sq Ft |
| 10/10/2019 10/10/19 | Price Changed | $2,858,000 | -4.6% | $787 / Sq Ft |
| 09/04/2019 09/04/19 | For Sale | $2,995,000 | +46.1% | $825 / Sq Ft |
| 04/19/2013 04/19/13 | Sold | $2,050,000 | -2.4% | $588 / Sq Ft |
| 03/22/2013 03/22/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/21/2013 03/21/13 | For Sale | $2,100,000 | -- | $602 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $45,394 | $3,966,264 | $3,029,950 | $936,314 |
| 2024 | $45,394 | $3,888,495 | $2,970,540 | $917,955 |
| 2023 | $44,426 | $3,812,250 | $2,912,294 | $899,956 |
| 2022 | $43,299 | $3,737,500 | $2,855,190 | $882,310 |
| 2021 | $29,332 | $2,399,605 | $1,507,949 | $891,656 |
| 2020 | $28,676 | $2,308,265 | $1,470,137 | $838,128 |
| 2019 | $28,826 | $2,263,005 | $1,441,310 | $821,695 |
| 2018 | $28,373 | $2,218,633 | $1,413,049 | $805,584 |
| 2017 | $28,831 | $2,175,131 | $1,385,342 | $789,789 |
| 2016 | $27,525 | $2,132,482 | $1,358,179 | $774,303 |
| 2015 | $26,589 | $2,100,451 | $1,337,778 | $762,673 |
| 2014 | $26,019 | $2,059,307 | $1,311,573 | $747,734 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Paul Daftarian
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Joe Poppingo
J
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Joe Poppingo
Luxe Real Estate
(949) 484-0387
15 in this area
39 Total Sales
-
Tara McNabb
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Tara McNabb
Compass
(949) 500-3910
3 in this area
103 Total Sales
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Sahand Zargari
S
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Sahand Zargari
Luxe Real Estate
(949) 444-3896
39 in this area
53 Total Sales
-
Pamela Spruce
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Pamela Spruce
Compass
(949) 636-3859
2 in this area
48 Total Sales
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Harold Noriega
Seller's Agent in 2020
Harold Noriega
Compass
(949) 400-9905
53 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OC25064091
APN: 478-463-15
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