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Upgraded Two-Unit Duplex
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$3,995,000

1527 W Balboa, Newport Beach, CA 92663

MULTI_FAMILY - Contemporary - Newport Beach, CA

Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size0.06 Acres
Days on Market16

Property Features for 1527 W Balboa

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Duplex
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 3
Full bathrooms 3
Rooms Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 5, Laundry Room, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 3, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Parking 1
Parking features Garage
Window features Double Pane Windows
Appliances Gas Range, Gas Oven
Subdivision Other (OTHR)
Lot features Rectangular Lot
View Ocean, Water
Directions 16th X Balboa
Standard status Active
APN 04721102
Lot size 0.06 Acres

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Wall Furnace
Water source Public
Water front features Lake, Ocean Access, Beach Access
Water front 1

Amenities

private laundry
outdoor patio

Building Details

Year built 1946
Floors in Building 2
Number of units 2
Flooring type Wood
Building materials Wood Siding
Roof type Composition, Shingle
Architectural style Contemporary
Listing Agency: First Team Real Estate
Listed By: Sean Jarne · License #01447010
Added: Jul 30 Changed: Aug 13 Last Checked: Aug 14 at 4:06AM
MLS# LG26166425

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Built in 1946, this contemporary duplex contains two upgraded residences with distinct outdoor areas and private laundry facilities. The front unit offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, plus an elevated patio enclosed by a waist-high block wall. The rear residence includes 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, an updated kitchen connected to an open living area, a detached indoor laundry room, and storage with a garage and an additional parking space behind. Public water and sewer serve the property, which has wood siding, wood flooring, wall-furnace heating, and composition and shingle roofing.

The property is 50 feet from the sandy beach, 100 feet from Marina Park, and 300 feet from Newport Pier. The marina and park are directly across the street, while Balboa Village, the Fun Zone, and the Balboa Ferry are nearby. Newport Elementary is 1 block away. The front residence is occupied under a month-to-month lease.

Key Highlights

  • Two‑unit duplex on a 0.0588‑acre lot
  • Front unit: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and elevated enclosed patio
  • Rear unit: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, remodeled kitchen, and private patio

Property Analytics

Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Daycare Center Grocery & Convenience Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Plumbing Service Butcher Storage Facility

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

2
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,102
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 92663, CA

20,812
Population
12,348
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
42
Median Age
64%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
3.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
6,307
Density / Sq Mi
$138,271
Median Household Income
$77,157
Median Earnings
$2,717
Median Rent
$2,000,001
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in West region

7% 2022
7.8% 2023
8.6% 2024
8.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Contemporary duplex with separate patios, private laundry, and flexible owner-user or rental configuration.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 1527 W Balboa Newport Beach, CA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $3,995,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two‑unit duplex on a 0.0588‑acre lot; Front unit: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and elevated enclosed patio; Rear unit: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, remodeled kitchen, and private patio
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