About this home

Welcome to 76 Ritz Cove, where timeless coastal elegance, gracious entertaining, and an extraordinary resort lifestyle come together in one of Orange County's most coveted guard-gated communities. This exceptional residence enjoys an enviable setting beside the 5-star Ritz-Carlton, with the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club just moments away. Designed for both grand-scale entertaining and comfortable everyday living, this expansive residence offers 6 generous bedrooms, a billiard room, a fitness room/media room, and an upper-level ocean-view retreat. The elegant living and dining rooms have served as the setting for numerous philanthropic gatherings and City of Dana Point events, a testament to the home's exceptional entertaining capabilities. A bar overlooking the dining room creates a natural gathering place, while the adjoining great room allows celebrations to flow effortlessly from one inviting space to another. The spacious kitchen features luxurious cabinetry, granite countertops, and beautiful stone flooring. A secondary rear staircase offers access to the upper level, allowing easy movement throughout. Upstairs, the primary suite and a second generously appointed bedroom each enjoy private balconies with views of the ocean. Additional bedrooms provide accommodations while the home's recreation spaces offer something for everyone. A billiard room invites friendly competition, while the lower-level media/fitness room is ideal for movie nights and also an easy way to enjoy an active lifestyle without leaving home. On the uppermost level there's a charming ocean-view hideaway. With captivating views of the Pacific, this whimsical retreat is perfect for games, reading, or simply escaping to admire the ocean. Beyond the home lies one of the most remarkable lifestyle opportunities along the coast. Ritz Cove is bordered by an extraordinary collection of parks, recreation areas, and open spaces. Salt Creek Beach Park offers sweeping ocean vistas, coastal walking paths, beach access, and outdoor movies beneath the stars. The Monarch Beach Golf Links provide a spectacular backdrop of rolling green fairways. Sea Terrace Park and the Waldorf Astoria's magnificent resort grounds complete this remarkable setting of natural beauty and refined leisure. And just beyond the gates, the Pacific Ocean awaits, offering endless opportunities for morning walks, beach days, spectacular sunsets, and the incomparable beauty of Southern California's coastline.

Facts and features

Schools

• Dana Hills High School

  high · 9-12 · 1.2 mi

  9

• Moulton Elementary School

  elementary · K-5 · 3.4 mi

  9

• Niguel Hills Middle School

  middle · 6-8 · 4.7 mi

  8

• Monarch Bay Montessori Academy

  elementary · K-6 · 0.4 mi

• South Shores Christian Preschool And Kindergarten

  elementary · K · 0.6 mi

• Richard Henry Dana Exceptional Needs School

  elementary · K-6 · 1.1 mi

Price history

• Nov 3, 2026 · Listed$8,900,000
• Jul 10, 1998 · Sold$550,000
• Apr 27, 1989 · Sold$870,000

Tax history

• 2025$26,470 tax · $2,400,381 assessed
• 2024$25,552 tax · $2,353,315 assessed
• 2023$24,837 tax · $2,261,934 assessed
• 2022$24,426 tax · $2,217,583 assessed
• 2021$24,094 tax · $2,174,101 assessed
• 2020$23,716 tax · $2,151,809 assessed
• 2019$23,080 tax · $2,109,617 assessed
• 2018$22,594 tax · $2,068,252 assessed

Home value

$10,494,073

• Quantarium$10,494,073
• Cotality$11,269,000
• Collateral Analytics$8,329,000

Where it is