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Property Description
Gracefully positioned on a desirable corner lot with coastal panoramas in the exclusive seaside enclave of Shore Cliffs, 251 Driftwood Rd presents a rare and exciting opportunity to reimagine a coastal home in one of Corona del Mar's most desirable communities. Plans have been conceptualized by award winning Brandon Architects for an approximately 5,600 square foot warm transitional-style two-story estate featuring 5 bedrooms plus a den, 5.5 bathrooms, a 3-car garage, elevator, expansive open-concept living spaces, a dramatic ocean-view rooftop deck, and a luxurious primary suite with sweeping views of the Pacific. Designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living, the future residence would also include a pool/spa, outdoor cabana, and covered living room ideal for entertaining. Currently, the property is a charming single-level 2 bedroom + bonus room, 3 bath residence with a private pool. The existing home offers a thoughtful layout, ocean views from the living area, and a tranquil courtyard setting. Situated just steps from multiple world-class beaches-including exclusive access to a private gated beach for Shore Cliffs residents-and within walking distance to the shops and restaurants of the Corona del Mar Village, this property offers a quintessential blend of comfort, lifestyle, and proximity . Delight in effortless access to Fashion Island, Pelican Hill Resort, Crystal Cove's scenic trails and promenade, and John Wayne Airport. Whether you envision building your dream home or securing a trophy redevelopment opportunity, 251 Driftwood Rd offers the ideal foundation for a custom estate that captures the essence of coastal California living.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 251 Driftwood Rd
General
- Sold For: $5,750,000
- HOA FEE: $90/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: OC25073087
- Added to Site: 288 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: All Bedrooms Down, Bonus Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room
- Eating Areas: Breakfast Nook
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Individual Room
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Management, Other
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Private, In-Ground
- Spa Description: None
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Driveway, Garage, Public, Street
Location
- County: Orange
- Subdivision: Shore Cliffs (SHOR)
- Driving Directions: From PCH turn onto Seaward Rd, Turn right onto Driftwood Rd, 1st property on corner
School Information
- School District: Newport Mesa Unified
Community
- Community Features: Biking, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Park, Watersports, Suburban
- Assoc. Name: Power Stone
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: None
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Bungalow, Cottage
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Common Walls: End Unit, No Common Walls
- Entry Location: Driftwood Rd or Seaward Rd
- Stories/Levels: One
- Stories Description: One
- Square Feet: 1,604
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1953
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Fixer
Lot Features
- Property View: Neighborhood, Ocean
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.2152
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Description: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Level with Street, Rectangular Lot
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $3,584.79
- Association Fee: $1,080
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Inclusions: Washer/Dryer
Listed and Sold by Luxe Real Estate, Paul Daftarian and Luxe Real Estate, Obeid Habibi
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Schools
Schools serving 251 Driftwood Rd
School District:Newport-Mesa Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Harbor View Elementary School 900 Goldenrod Ave., Newport Beach, CA 92625 | K-6 | 0.8 mi |
Corona Del Mar High School 2101 Eastbluff Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660 | 7-12 | 3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 251 Driftwood Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/10/2025
Sold
$5,750,000
-11.47%
MLS
5/19/2025
Price Reduced
$6,495,000
-7.15%
MLS
4/04/2025
Listed
$6,995,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
251 Driftwood Road, Corona del Mar, CA 92625 (MLS# OC25073087) is a Single Family property that was sold at $5,750,000 on November 10, 2025. Want to learn more about 251 Driftwood Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Corona del Mar? You can browse all Corona del Mar real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

