5 Luxe Coastal Homes and Investments in Laguna Beach and Newport Beach

Commanding views from above Laguna’s iconic coastline, this 2025-built residence frames ocean panoramas across three light-filled levels. An open floor plan with high ceilings and elegant finishes supports an easy rhythm of entertaining and everyday living, enhanced by a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The primary suite is arranged as a private retreat, featuring a spa-like bath, walk-in closet, and an ocean-view sitting area for slow mornings and late sunsets. Three additional en-suite bedrooms offer flexibility for guests, work, or multigenerational living, while a family room, utility spaces, and smart energy features add comfort and practicality. Set on a private 6,800-square-foot lot, it sits moments from Laguna Beach shops, galleries, trails, and beaches—an address that makes coastal living feel effortless.

Steps from the shoreline in Newport Beach, this versatile duplex sits just three houses from the beach, with easy access to the ocean as well as Newport and Huntington. Both the lower and upper units have been completely remodeled, offering flexible options for living and renting. The lower unit features 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, an open kitchen flowing to the family room, and a slider that connects to an enclosed lower patio, with laundry conveniently on-site. Upstairs mirrors the same layout, adding a larger third bedroom with its own entrance and a spacious balcony; with proper City permitting, it could function as a separate studio apartment. Ample parking includes a 2-car garage plus a 2-car driveway. Month-to-month rentals or permitted short-term stays keep the lifestyle—and the possibilities—open-ended.

Steps from the shoreline in Newport Beach, this beautifully maintained and updated duplex pairs coastal ease with strong flexibility for income. The upper unit is completely remodeled with an open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, and a combined living and dining space anchored by a fireplace. Three bedrooms and two full baths include a Jacuzzi tub in each, while stack laundry and A/C keep daily life effortless. Two large balconies extend the living space outdoors, capturing wetland, mountain, and ocean views. Downstairs, newer laminate flooring and mini-split systems serve all living areas and bedrooms, with a spacious enclosed patio off the great room and full-sized laundry in the garage. A four-car garage plus one carport space, along with replaced siding and stairs, rounds out a layout designed for beach-close living.

On a generous quarter-acre-plus lot in Del Cerro, this thoughtfully upgraded mid-century modern residence balances 1960s character with contemporary ease. A dramatic two-story vaulted entry introduces a floating glass-and-wood staircase and restored 1965 Palm Springs double doors, setting a crisp vintage-meets-modern tone. The recently remodeled kitchen pairs white shaker cabinetry with newer appliances and flows into a bright, airy layout with luxury vinyl wide-plank flooring and expansive windows. In the family room, a gas fireplace anchors relaxed evenings, while refreshed bathrooms keep the look cohesive throughout. Outside, a resort-style backyard centers on a sparkling pool, framed by low-maintenance turf, fruit trees, raised garden beds, and a fire pit. A covered patio and spacious side yard expand the outdoor living options, supported by a new concrete driveway, paid-for solar, a new roof, tankless water heater, some dual-paned windows, and a 2-car garage with built-in storage.

Along the water’s edge in Newport Beach, this beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 2-bath beachfront condo sits directly on the Boardwalk and sand, within the exclusive gated community of Rendezvous. Inside, an open-concept layout centers on a remodeled kitchen with stainless steel appliances, flowing easily into spacious living and dining areas that suit both quiet evenings and casual entertaining. Offered fully furnished, the residence feels truly turnkey from day one. Outdoors, an expansive private patio frames beach, pier, and sunset views—an inviting spot for morning coffee or evening gatherings. The setting is equally effortless: moments from the Pier, waterfront dining, boutique shopping, the Fun Zone, and the Catalina Ferry. Secured underground parking includes 1 assigned space plus guest parking, with gated bike and beach storage, elevator access, and the privacy of an intimate 24-unit community.