51 Ritz Cove Dr Dana Point, CA 92629
5
Beds
7.5
Baths
10,204
Sq Ft
0.57
Acres
Highlights
- Ocean View
- Beach Access
- 24-Hour Security
- Moulton Elementary Rated A
- Wine Cellar
- Home Theater
About This Home
As of April 2025Truly a most incredible ‘custom-built residence’ located within the most coveted 24-hour guard gated "Ocean Front" community of Ritz Cove, located in Monarch Beach! This residence consists of approximately 10,200 sq. ft. of living area as well as an additional 800+ sqft of indoor/outdoor pool area (Per Appraiser) with automated doors and an electric cover. This custom home located on a 24,700 sqft "double lot" has extensive "Ocean and Catalina views" and has undergone 2 significant renovations in the past 10 and a half years with no expense spared. The extremely open and spacious custom residence home features 5 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, an extremely gracious gourmet kitchen with 4 dishwashers, 2 microwaves, walk-in pantry and wine caddy. Additional features include 5 fireplaces, separate office area, custom theater, multiple family rooms, sauna, separate gym/work out area, 400 bottle refrigerated wine cellar. The master suite is inclusive of a retreat, multiple walk-in closets, a totally remodeled master bathroom suite with Carrara marble counters, heated flooring, 2 toilet closets, and a separate free standing jacuzzi style tub, (The master retreat with its own ensuite bath and access, would also qualify as a bedroom). Additional amenities include multiple operable skylights, bi-fold stack door system, and the exquisite use of travertine, mahogany floors and ceilings, polished limestone, and granite inlays throughout this impeccably maintained home! A Lutron lighting system, updated Creston "whole house system", & a 4 car garage are also featured. Multiple barbecue and entertainment areas with bar area and fireplace, outside heaters and fire pit complement a most extraordinary 54 ft indoor/outdoor lap pool with a custom mosaic, a split limestone wall and electric doors to keep out inclement weather! This 24hr guard- gated ‘Ocean Front’ community of The Ritz Cove is comprised of less than 100 homes and features its own ‘secured and gated beach access’ to the Ritz Carlton Resort, as well as the World-Renowned Salt Creek Beach with its unbelievable surfing breaks! Minutes away is Dana Point Harbor and its’ Lantern District’ offering numerous dining & shopping establishments. Walk to the Waldorf Astoria Resort, and one is equally close to catching the Dana Point & Laguna Beach Trolleys. There is no Mello-roos nor special assessments in this location. This is a one-of-a-kind location in Southern California! See private remarks re: financing & property condition!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Harcourts Prime Properties License #01053562 Listed on: 06/20/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $108,229
Year Built
- Built in 1995
Lot Details
- 0.57 Acre Lot
- Corner Lot
- Back Yard
HOA Fees
- $1,800 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 4 Car Direct Access Garage
- 4 Open Parking Spaces
- Parking Available
Property Views
- Ocean
- Coastline
- Catalina
Interior Spaces
- 10,204 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Dual Staircase
- Built-In Features
- Bar
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Two Way Fireplace
- Formal Entry
- Wine Cellar
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Home Theater
- Home Office
- Sauna
- Home Gym
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Double Oven
- Six Burner Stove
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom Retreat
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Fireplace in Bathroom
- Makeup or Vanity Space
- Private Water Closet
- Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Pool
- Private Pool
- Spa
Outdoor Features
- Beach Access
- Balcony
- Fire Pit
- Outdoor Grill
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 42
- Tax Tract Number 13103
- Assessor Parcel Number 67247145
Community Details
Overview
- Ritz Cove Association, Phone Number (949) 481-0555
- Ritz Cove HOA
- Ritz Cove Subdivision
Security
- 24-Hour Security
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
- Controlled Access
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 3, 2021
Closed on
Dec 21, 2021
Sold by
Daniel J Callahan Trust
Bought by
Djc Investments Iii Llc
Seller's Agent
Robert Wolff
Harcourts Prime Properties
Buyer's Agent
Drew Teicheira
Harcourts Place
Sold Price
$36,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$9,220,000
Outstanding Balance
$7,444,302
Interest Rate
2.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$355,302
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 1, 2019
Sold by
Firm Marketing Associates Inc
Bought by
Daniel J Callahan Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 15, 2019
Sold by
Law Firm Marketing Associates Inc
Bought by
Callahan Daniel J and Daniel J Callahan Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 12, 2010
Sold by
Callahan Daniel J
Bought by
Callahan Daniel J and Daniel J Callahan Living Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$5,740,000
Interest Rate
5.04%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 22, 2010
Sold by
Thompson Anthony W and Thompson Sharon D
Bought by
Callahan Daniel J and Daniel J Callahan Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$5,740,000
Interest Rate
5.04%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 6, 2007
Sold by
Thompson Sharon D
Bought by
Thompson Sharon D and Sharon D Thompson Qualified Residence Tr
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 12, 2006
Sold by
Thompson Sharon D
Bought by
Thompson Anthony W and Thompson Sharon D
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 12, 2006
Sold by
Berry Maria
Bought by
Thompson Anthony W and Thompson Sharon D
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Accommodation | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Accommodation | |
| Grant Deed | $8,200,000 | Stewart Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $8,800,000 | Chicago Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $9,220,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $9,200,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $5,950,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $5,740,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/21/2025 05/21/25 | For Sale | $17,950,000 | +29.8% | $2,493 / Sq Ft |
| 04/21/2025 04/21/25 | Sold | $13,825,000 | -13.3% | $1,355 / Sq Ft |
| 12/16/2024 12/16/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/15/2024 10/15/24 | For Sale | $15,950,000 | +15.4% | $1,563 / Sq Ft |
| 10/10/2024 10/10/24 | Off Market | $13,825,000 | -- | -- |
| 10/10/2024 10/10/24 | For Sale | $15,950,000 | +15.4% | $1,563 / Sq Ft |
| 07/25/2024 07/25/24 | Off Market | $13,825,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/20/2024 06/20/24 | For Sale | $15,950,000 | 0.0% | $1,563 / Sq Ft |
| 12/21/2021 12/21/21 | Rented | $36,000 | -7.7% | -- |
| 12/16/2021 12/16/21 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/03/2021 12/03/21 | For Rent | $39,000 | -- | -- |
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 | $108,229 | $10,377,219 | $6,352,015 | $4,025,204 |
| 2023 | $108,313 | $10,173,745 | $6,227,466 | $3,946,279 |
| 2022 | $103,551 | $9,974,260 | $6,105,359 | $3,868,901 |
| 2021 | $103,188 | $9,778,687 | $5,985,646 | $3,793,041 |
| 2020 | $102,528 | $9,678,419 | $5,924,270 | $3,754,149 |
| 2019 | $100,467 | $9,488,647 | $5,808,108 | $3,680,539 |
| 2018 | $97,817 | $9,302,596 | $5,694,224 | $3,608,372 |
| 2017 | $93,857 | $8,941,366 | $5,473,110 | $3,468,256 |
| 2016 | $91,761 | $8,766,046 | $5,365,795 | $3,400,251 |
| 2015 | $90,516 | $8,634,372 | $5,285,195 | $3,349,177 |
| 2014 | $88,887 | $8,465,237 | $5,181,665 | $3,283,572 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Robert Wolff
Seller's Agent in 2025
Robert Wolff
Harcourts Prime Properties
(949) 599-1700
64 in this area
226 Total Sales
-
Drew Teicheira
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Drew Teicheira
Harcourts Place
(949) 244-7438
1 in this area
88 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OC24125765
APN: 672-471-45
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