Extraordinary Yale Home on Famed Story Book Row! 1st Time on the Market in 50+Years. 5 Bedroom Home, 2 Bedroom Apartment, In-Law Guest Quarters, 2 Full Lots. Main Residence: 5 Bedroom | 4 Baths | Chef - Friendly Kitchen w/Breakfast Bar Opening to Family Room | Generous Size Dining Room w/ Fireplace | Spacious Living Room w/ Cathedral Ceilings Accented by Wood Beam Trusses | Showpiece Custom Brick Fireplace |Large Loft is a Multiple Use Work or Play Space Overlooking Living Room | Butlers Pantry Adjacent to Living Room | 2 Downstairs Bedrooms Each w/Available Bath | Laundry Room | Hand-Crafted Cottage Fence & Entry Gate Accent Garden Patio & Porch Creating a Whimsical Welcome to this Nostalgic Balboa Island Home | A Central Courtyard w/ French Doors Opening from Downstairs Living Areas is a Crown Jewel of this Property…an Alluring European-Style Outdoor Gathering Area w/Brick Fireplace is Perfect for Relaxation, Gardening, Enjoying Morning Coffee or Entertaining on a Small or Grand Scale! Apartment: 2 Bedroom | 1 Full Bath | Breakfast Bar | Dining Area | Private Entrance W/ Interior Staircase |Stacked Washer / Dryer | Balcony Patio. In-Law Guest Quarters: Studio Style | Kitchen w/ Breakfast Bar | 1 Full Bath| Balcony | Private Entrance w/ Interior Staircase. Parking:2 Individual Two-Car Garages w/ Work Benches, Cupboards, Tool Closets | Large Double Gated Carport Located Between the Garages Accommodates an Additional Car, Golf Carts, Boats, Bikes, Surfboards & Beach Gear. Location! 4 Doors to a Wonderful South Bay Front Beach! Short Distance to Marine Avenue the Hub of Community | Short Jaunt on So. Bay Front Boardwalk to Balboa Island Ferry Landing for a Ferry Ride Across the Bay to the Fun Zone & Restaurants, Ocean & the Balboa Pier for Swimming, Surfing & Fishing. 115 Apolena is an Original Yale Home as seen through its Whimsical Architecture, Wood Craftmanship Showcasing Beam Ceilings, Hardwood Floors, Staircase & Balcony Railings, Clever Nooks & Niches | Leaded Windows, Brick Fireplaces, Vintage Light Fixtures & Handcrafted Doors w/Classic Knobs & Latches all add to the Vintage Flair In 1997 the Owners Purchased & Incorporated the Property Next Door in an Extensive Remodel. Every Effort was made to Replicate the Whimsical Qualities of the Original Yale Home in the New Addition & Create One Home on the Two Lots that Sustains the Architectural Style, Craftsmanship & Whimsey of the Original Yale Home….it was a Success!
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Cottage, Custom, French Provincial
Year Built: 1930
Stories: 2
Living Area: 4,867 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Mary Hardesty Realty
Office Phone: (949) 500-4866
Listing Agent: Mary Hardesty
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Stove, Range, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Interior: Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Balcony, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Multiple Staircases, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Two Story Ceilings, Unfurnished, Bar, Bedroom on Main Level, Entrance Foyer, Loft, Primary Suite
Fireplace: Dining Room, Gas Starter, Living Room
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Full Bathrooms: 6
Total Bedroom Count: 8
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Private Pool: No
View: Bay
Exterior: Rain Gutters
Parking Information:
Garage Space: 4 spaces
Attached Garage: Yes
Parking: Carport, Garage, See Remarks
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Virtual Tour: 115 Apolena Ave
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Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Level, Rectangular Lot
Lot Size: 0.12 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Central, Fireplace(s), Wall Furnace
Cooling: None
School Info
Assigned Schools Information:
Corona Del Mar High School, Public District Grades 7-12
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-6
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: From Marine Ave, RT at Park Ave, LT at Amethyst Ave, RT at Alley. RT on Apolena, 115 Apolena is on the Left.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $7,995,000
Price Per SqFt: $1,643/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $14,406
Tax Year: 2021
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This property is $4.5M more than the Median Sold Price and $228/SqFt more than other homes in Newport Beach, CA.
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MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: CRMLS
MLS Number: #NP24188110
Listing Office:
Office Name: Mary Hardesty Realty
Office Phone: (949) 500-4866
Listing Agent: Mary Hardesty
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Property Sales & Tax
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2021
$14,406
$1,319,957
2020
$14,267
$1,306,423
2019
$13,702
$1,280,807
2018
$13,702
$1,255,694
2017
$13,460
$1,231,073
History based on county public records data.
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Schools
Schools Nearby
The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
Elementary School
8
/10
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
3101 Pacific View Dr
Distance between this listing and this school1.88 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
High School
8
/10
Corona Del Mar High School
2101 Eastbluff Dr
Distance between this listing and this school2.15 miles
Public District Grades 7-12
Assigned Schools
8
/10
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
3101 Pacific View Dr
Distance between this listing and this school1.88 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
Nearby Schools
9
/10
Harbor View Elementary School
900 Goldenrod Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.35 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
8
/10
Newport Elementary School
1327 W Balboa Blvd
Distance between this listing and this school1.51 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
Nearby Schools
8
/10
Horace Ensign Intermediate School
2000 Cliff Dr
Distance between this listing and this school1.71 miles
Public District Grades 7-8
9
/10
Vista Verde
6 Federation Way
Distance between this listing and this school4.09 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
7
/10
Isaac L. Sowers Middle School
9300 Indianapolis Ave
Distance between this listing and this school5.86 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Assigned Schools
8
/10
Corona Del Mar High School
2101 Eastbluff Dr
Distance between this listing and this school2.15 miles
Public District Grades 7-12
Nearby Schools
7
/10
Newport Harbor High School
600 Irvine Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.72 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
2
/10
Back Bay High School
390 Monte Vista Ave
Distance between this listing and this school3.41 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $97,018. Typical income of Newport Beach, CA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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This home is located at 115 Apolena Ave in Newport Beach, CA and zip code 92662 in the Balboa Island neighborhood. This 4,867 square foot home, which was built in 1930, sits on a 0.12 acre lot. Features: 8 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 11, 2024 and is currently priced at $7,995,000.
In September 2024, from all listings sold in Newport Beach, CA there were more than 6 sold above asking price, over 58 sold below and more than 5 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Newport Beach, CA increased by 2.6% between August 2024 and September 2024. While the average time on the market in September 2024 was 51 days, the median list price was $3,413,750.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.
Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. and /or other sources. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. The data contained herein is copyrighted by CRMLS and is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. 
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