Top 10 Neighborhoods in Corona Del Mar: Luxury Coastal Living

1. Irvine Terrace

Irvine Terrace is an elegant neighborhood perched just above Newport Harbor, offering spacious lots and some of Corona Del Mar’s most coveted views. Homes range from mid-century ranch styles to modern rebuilds with panoramas of Balboa Island and Catalina. Amenities include a private park and proximity to Fashion Island.

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2. Harbor View Hills

Harbor View Hills offers panoramic Pacific vistas from terraced streets. Architecture mixes contemporary estates and coastal classics, with access to Spyglass Hill Park.

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3. Corona Del Mar Village (Flower Streets)

The Flower Streets are the heart of the village, offering walkability, remodeled cottages, and trendy eateries like Five Crowns. Steps to Big Corona and Little Corona beaches.

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4. Shore Cliffs

Shore Cliffs is an exclusive enclave with grand estates, coral tree-lined streets, and private beach access for residents.

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5. Corona Highlands

Corona Highlands sits above PCH with ocean and canyon views, plus shared private beach access with Shore Cliffs. Walkable to Crystal Cove dining and Buck Gully trails.

6. Cameo Shores

Cameo Shores is CDM’s crown jewel: oceanfront estates, infinity pools, and gated access to four beaches. Next to Pelican Hill Resort.

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7. Cameo Highlands

Cameo Highlands offers terraced hillside homes with private beach access via Cameo Shores. Family-friendly vibe, close to Crystal Cove State Park.

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8. Spyglass Hill

Spyglass Hill offers some of CDM’s highest elevations, custom estates, and sprawling lots with panoramic views. Near Upper Buck Gully trails and Spyglass Reservoir Lookout.

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9. Jasmine Creek

Jasmine Creek is a guard-gated, resort-style community with pools, tennis courts, and greenbelts. Popular with downsizers and those seeking low-maintenance living.

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10. China Cove

China Cove is a tiny beachfront pocket where homes sit right on the sand. Perfect for paddleboarding, harbor views, and the Newport Beach Boat Parade.

Current Listings for China Cove

From panoramic hilltop vistas to walkable village charm, Corona Del Mar’s neighborhoods each offer a unique slice of the coastal luxury lifestyle. Whether you’re drawn to the prestige of a gated enclave or the warmth of a beachside community, there’s a corner of “CDM” that can feel like home.

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Natalie Boyle
REALTOR®, Founder of Verso Homes (DRE #01329012)
Over 15 years helping South OC homeowners discover their perfect community.
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