36 Pelican Crest Drive, Newport Coast, California 92657, Newport Coast, - bed, bath

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ACTIVE$39,900,000
36 Pelican Crest Drive, Newport Coast, California 92657
6Beds
9Baths
13,206Sqft
23,522Lot
Year Built
2003
Close
-
List price
$39.9M
Original List price
$50M
Price/Sqft
-
HOA
$1,035
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
OC25124278
Home ConditionExcellent
Features
Excellent View: Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Harbor, Ocean, Panoramic, Water
Pool
Spa
Patio
ViewCatalina,City Lights,Coastline,Harbor,Ocean,Panoramic,Water

About this home

Positioned within the ultra-exclusive, guard-gated enclave of Pelican Crest, this unparalleled legacy estate once featured in Architectural Digest is a rare offering of architectural significance, timeless design, and world-class craftsmanship. Conceived by internationally renowned architect Richard Landry, with interiors curated by celebrated designer Craig Wright, and brought to life by esteemed builder John Fenton, this residence sets a new standard for coastal luxury. Encompassing approximately 13,206 square feet on an ultra-premier ~half-acre lot, this landmark estate captures unobstructed panoramic views stretching across the Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island, Newport Harbor, Pelican Hill Golf Course, and the exceptional city lights along the California coastline. Among the finest parcels ever to come to market, this estate offers an unmatched sense of place and exclusivity. Evoking the ambiance of a secluded Tuscan villa, the grounds are richly adorned by lush landscaping, tranquil pathways, and mature olive and melaleuca trees, all enhanced by atmospheric lighting and expansive entertainment terraces. A serene entry koi pond, detached guest house, and a 16th-century Venetian fountain enrich the sense of quiet opulence. Inside, the home reveals six bedrooms, six full baths, and three powder rooms, with soaring ceilings, grand-scale living areas, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The private lower level offers an immersive experience like no other: a vintage-inspired theater with hand-painted ceiling murals, crystal lighting, a speakeasy bar with glass walls peering into the pool, a temperature-controlled wine cellar, full gym, massage room, steam shower, and lounge areas that echo the mood of an elite members-only club. Anchoring the estate is a multi-level, infinity-edge pool clad in bespoke Italian glass mosaics, a true centerpiece. A covered loggia offers an open-air living room with breathtaking coastal views, ideal for year-round enjoyment. Created for grand-scale entertaining and intimate everyday living alike, this estate is the crown jewel of Newport Coast destined for the most discerning buyer. With immediate access to Pelican Hill Golf Course & Resort, world-class shopping, award-winning schools, and the finest of coastal Southern California living, this is more than a residence, it’s a once in a lifetime legacy offering.

Nearby schools

9/10
Newport Coast Elementary School
Public,PK-61.3mi
9/10
Harbor View Elementary School
Public,PK-61.7mi
9/10
El Morro Elementary School
Public,K-53.2mi
9/10
Thurston Middle School
Public,6-85.5mi
9/10
Corona Del Mar High School
Public,7-123.4mi
9/10
Laguna Beach High School
Public,9-125.2mi

Price History

Date
Event
Price
09/30/25
Price Change
$39,900,000
06/11/25
Listing
$49,998,000
Neighborhood Comparison

 SubjectAverage HomeNeighbourhood Ranking (35 Listings)
Beds64
89%
Baths94.5
92%
Square foot13,2063,787
94%
Lot Size23,5228,638
92%
Price$39.9M$6.15M
94%
Price per square foot$3,021$1,651.5
89%
Built year200310001001
72%
HOA$1,035$538
97%
Days on market147178
33%
Condition Rating
Excellent

Built in 2003, this 'unparalleled legacy estate' was designed by renowned architect Richard Landry with interiors by celebrated designer Craig Wright and featured in Architectural Digest. The description emphasizes 'timeless design' and 'world-class craftsmanship,' suggesting continuous high-level maintenance and upgrades that keep it at a 'new standard for coastal luxury.' While specific kitchen and bathroom images are not provided, the overall caliber, pristine condition, and high-end materials visible in other areas (stone architecture, custom wood paneling, elaborate fixtures, Italian glass mosaics for the pool) strongly indicate that all components, including the kitchen and bathrooms, are of excellent quality, impeccably maintained, and meet current luxury standards with no deferred maintenance.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Unrivaled Location & Exclusivity: Positioned within the ultra-exclusive, guard-gated enclave of Pelican Crest on an ultra-premier half-acre lot, offering an unmatched sense of place and exclusivity.
World-Class Design & Craftsmanship: An unparalleled legacy estate conceived by internationally renowned architect Richard Landry, with interiors by celebrated designer Craig Wright, built by John Fenton, and once featured in Architectural Digest.
Breathtaking Panoramic Views: Captures unobstructed panoramic views stretching across the Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island, Newport Harbor, Pelican Hill Golf Course, and city lights.
Extensive Luxury Amenities: Features a private lower level with a vintage-inspired theater, speakeasy bar, temperature-controlled wine cellar, full gym, massage room, steam shower, and a multi-level, infinity-edge pool.
Grand Scale & Outdoor Entertainment: Encompassing 13,206 square feet with grand-scale living areas, lush landscaping, tranquil pathways, expansive entertainment terraces, a detached guest house, and a covered loggia.

Cons

Significant Price Reduction: The property has undergone a substantial price reduction from its original list price of nearly $50 million to $39.9 million, potentially indicating market resistance or initial overpricing.
High Ongoing Maintenance & HOA Fees: A property of this size, luxury, and with extensive specialized features (e.g., infinity pool, elaborate landscaping, custom amenities) will incur exceptionally high ongoing maintenance costs, in addition to a $1,035 monthly association fee.
Specific Buyer Niche: The highly customized Tuscan villa aesthetic and ultra-luxury scale appeal to a very exclusive and particular buyer demographic, which may limit the pool of potential purchasers.

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