About this home

This exceptional front row residence offers a rare blend of privacy, tranquility, and breathtaking, unobstructed views of the San Joaquin Reservoir and surrounding hills, all within the prestigious gated community of Montserrat. Ideally positioned to embrace its picturesque natural setting, the home seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living, creating a peaceful retreat where stunning views and the beauty of the surrounding landscape take center stage. A private courtyard creates a welcoming entrance to the home, where a beautiful glass paned front door opens to light-filled living and dining rooms framed by abundant windows. The updated kitchen, featuring granite countertops, flows seamlessly into the inviting family room, complete with custom built-in bookcases, a striking fireplace, and expansive windows that showcase the picturesque reservoir and canyon views. Upstairs, four bedrooms provide flexibility for family living, guests, or working from home. The fourth bedroom is currently configured as a home office and media room. The primary suite is a peaceful retreat, featuring vaulted ceilings and captivating reservoir views. Its en suite bathroom offers marble flooring, granite countertops, dual vanities, a soaking tub, a walk-in marble shower, and a generous walk-in closet. The backyard is designed for both relaxation and entertaining, with unobstructed views of the reservoir and sparkling city lights as its backdrop. Enjoy outdoor dining at the expansive granite counter and built-in BBQ, challenge friends to a game of pool on the outdoor billiard table, or gather around the built-in fire pit and surrounding seating for evenings under the stars. Montserrat is a family-friendly community featuring a single loop of homes, creating a peaceful neighborhood atmosphere with minimal street traffic. Residents enjoy a private community pool and spa, along with convenient access to hiking and biking trails just outside the gates. Nearby parks offer children's playgrounds, basketball, sand volleyball, and dedicated tennis and pickleball courts, with Newport Ridge resident key-fob access. Ideally located just minutes from top-rated schools, Pelican Hill Resort, Fashion Island, local dining, world-class beaches, hiking trails, and John Wayne Airport, with convenient access to major freeways, this home offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the best of Newport Coast living.

Facts and features

Schools

• Newport Coast Elementary School

  elementary · K-6 · 1.0 mi

  10

• Corona Del Mar High School

  middle · 7-12 · 2.5 mi

  8

• Harbor Day School

  elementary · K-8 · 1.0 mi

• Sage Hill School

  middle · 7-12 · 1.1 mi

• Roy O. Andersen Elementary School

  elementary · K-6 · 1.1 mi

  10

• St Matthew's Montessori

  elementary · PK-K · 1.2 mi

Price history

• Nov 3, 2026 · Listed$3,950,000
• Jun 26, 2003 · Sold$899,000

Tax history

• 2025$13,903 tax · $1,360,260 assessed
• 2024$13,589 tax · $1,333,589 assessed
• 2023$13,348 tax · $1,281,805 assessed
• 2022$13,096 tax · $1,256,672 assessed
• 2021$11,572 tax · $1,232,032 assessed
• 2020$12,777 tax · $1,219,400 assessed
• 2019$12,664 tax · $1,195,491 assessed
• 2018$12,421 tax · $1,172,050 assessed

Home value

$3,145,800

• Cotality$3,145,800
• Collateral Analytics$3,407,000
• Quantarium$3,145,786

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