2907 Cliff Dr Newport Beach, CA 92663
Newport Heights Neighborhood
5
Beds
5.5
Baths
5,042
Sq Ft
8,892
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wine Cellar
- In Ground Pool
- Open Floorplan
- Newport Heights Elementary Rated A
- Harbor Views
- 2-minute walk to Cliff Drive Park
About This Home
As of February 2022Quite possibly one of Newport Height's most coveted locations, 2907 Cliff Drive presents a unique opportunity to secure a property that is truly extraordinary. Occupying an exceedingly private, elevated corner parcel, adjacent to mature trees and a quiet park, the property's unique positioning accentuates the home's striking soft contemporary design. Upon arrival, visitors are greeted by tranquil flowing fountains that set the stage for the home's serene ambiance. Soaring ceilings and gorgeous architectural elements, including an impressive staircase, make a statement upon entry. Present throughout the 5,000 square foot custom residence are high-quality finishes and compelling design details that confirm the home's unique appeal. Generous formal and informal social spaces, a gourmet kitchen with ocean and harbor views, full bar, climate-controlled wine cellar, and two bedroom suites comprise the main level. Upstairs, three bedroom suites, including a sumptuous master bedroom with spa-like bathroom and expansive ocean, harbor and city light views, library, home office and spacious game room complete the remarkably livable plan. Outdoors, enjoy year-round alfresco living, sensational sunsets and numerous amenities, including a covered terrace, built-in BBQ, saltwater pool and spa and spacious patio. A Vantage lighting system, central vacuum, a 3-car finished garage and close proximity to vibrant dining and shopping and world-class schools complete this exemplary residence.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty License #01467294 Listed on: 02/07/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $75,929
Year Built
- Built in 1989
Lot Details
- 8,892 Sq Ft Lot
- Wrought Iron Fence
- Fence is in good condition
- Lot Sloped Down
- Sprinkler System
- Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Front Facing Garage
- Driveway Down Slope From Street
Property Views
- Harbor
- City Lights
- Park or Greenbelt
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Split Level Home
- Turnkey
Interior Spaces
- 5,042 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Wet Bar
- Wired For Sound
- Built-In Features
- Bar
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Recessed Lighting
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Two Way Fireplace
- Raised Hearth
- See Through Fireplace
- French Doors
- Sliding Doors
- Formal Entry
- Wine Cellar
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Living Room with Attached Deck
- Dining Room
- Home Office
- Library
- Loft
- Game Room
- Storage
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Open to Family Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Double Self-Cleaning Oven
- Six Burner Stove
- Built-In Range
- Range Hood
- Warming Drawer
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Pots and Pans Drawers
- Self-Closing Drawers and Cabinet Doors
- Utility Sink
- Trash Compactor
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Dressing Area
- Jack-and-Jill Bathroom
- Fireplace in Bathroom
- Makeup or Vanity Space
- Bidet
- Dual Sinks
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Private Water Closet
- Soaking Tub
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
- Closet In Bathroom
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Smart Home
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Heated Spa
- In Ground Spa
- Saltwater Pool
Outdoor Features
- Living Room Balcony
- Exterior Lighting
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- Newport Heights Elementary School
- Ensign Middle School
- Newport Harbor High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Water Purifier
Additional Features
- More Than Two Accessible Exits
- Suburban Location
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Tract Number 7
- Assessor Parcel Number 04910320
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 28, 2021
Closed on
Feb 9, 2022
Sold by
Pilalas Troy A and Pilalas Stefanie M
Bought by
Huang George
Seller's Agent
Tim Smith
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Paul Daftarian
Luxe Real Estate
List Price
$6,995,000
Sold Price
$6,900,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$95,000
-1.36%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.03%
Original Mortgage
$4,830,000
Outstanding Balance
$4,479,016
Interest Rate
2.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$3,945,753
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 28, 2021
Closed on
Feb 8, 2022
Sold by
Huang Clicia Z
Bought by
Huang George
Seller's Agent
Tim Smith
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Paul Daftarian
Luxe Real Estate
List Price
$6,995,000
Sold Price
$6,900,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$95,000
-1.36%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$4,830,000
Outstanding Balance
$4,479,016
Interest Rate
2.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$3,945,753
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 7, 2019
Closed on
Jul 9, 2019
Sold by
Davey Timothy M
Bought by
Pilalas Troy A and Sitzer Stefanie M
Seller's Agent
John Cain
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Buyer's Agent
Tracy Bowie
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
List Price
$4,495,000
Sold Price
$3,770,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$725,000
-16.13%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
26.40%
Original Mortgage
$2,500,000
Interest Rate
3.82%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 22, 2016
Sold by
Davey Timothy M
Bought by
Davey Timothy M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
3.65%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 7, 1993
Sold by
Davey Timothy M
Bought by
Davey Timothy M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$805,000
Interest Rate
5.12%
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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 | $6,900,000 | Ticor Title | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Ticor Title | |
| Grant Deed | $3,770,000 | California Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Fidelity National Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $4,830,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $2,500,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $950,000 | Commercial | |
| Previous Owner | $275,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $1,250,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $6,000,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $500,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $800,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $805,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/24/2025 07/24/25 | For Sale | $8,250,000 | +19.6% | $1,649 / Sq Ft |
| 02/25/2022 02/25/22 | Sold | $6,900,000 | -1.4% | $1,379 / Sq Ft |
| 01/10/2022 01/10/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/28/2021 12/28/21 | For Sale | $6,995,000 | +85.5% | $1,398 / Sq Ft |
| 07/29/2019 07/29/19 | Sold | $3,770,000 | -5.4% | $748 / Sq Ft |
| 07/03/2019 07/03/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/22/2019 04/22/19 | Price Changed | $3,985,000 | -11.3% | $790 / Sq Ft |
| 02/07/2019 02/07/19 | For Sale | $4,495,000 | -- | $892 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $75,929 | $7,178,760 | $5,618,160 | $1,560,600 |
| 2023 | $74,159 | $7,038,000 | $5,508,000 | $1,530,000 |
| 2022 | $41,232 | $3,885,238 | $2,436,301 | $1,448,937 |
| 2021 | $40,440 | $3,809,057 | $2,388,530 | $1,420,527 |
| 2020 | $40,053 | $3,770,000 | $2,364,038 | $1,405,962 |
| 2019 | $18,606 | $1,742,486 | $536,121 | $1,206,365 |
| 2018 | $18,234 | $1,708,320 | $525,609 | $1,182,711 |
| 2017 | $17,911 | $1,674,824 | $515,303 | $1,159,521 |
| 2016 | $17,507 | $1,641,985 | $505,199 | $1,136,786 |
| 2015 | $17,341 | $1,617,321 | $497,610 | $1,119,711 |
| 2014 | $16,931 | $1,585,640 | $487,862 | $1,097,778 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Paul Daftarian
Seller's Agent in 2025
Paul Daftarian
Luxe Real Estate
(714) 865-5969
4 in this area
249 Total Sales
-
Tristan Sinkinson
T
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Tristan Sinkinson
Luxe Real Estate
(949) 943-9522
25 Total Sales
-
Tim Smith
Seller's Agent in 2022
Tim Smith
Coldwell Banker Realty
(949) 717-4711
12 in this area
718 Total Sales
-
Hunter Jack
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Hunter Jack
Coldwell Banker Realty
(949) 230-2836
3 in this area
48 Total Sales
-
Michael Balliet
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Michael Balliet
Luxe Real Estate
(949) 484-0387
1 in this area
38 Total Sales
-
John Cain
Seller's Agent in 2019
John Cain
Pacific Sothebys
(714) 655-8940
2 in this area
215 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OC19028848
APN: 049-103-20
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