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listing_id: CRNP26179479
status: Active
price: 8995000
beds: 5
baths_full: 4
baths_half: 1
sqft_living: 4498
sqft_lot: 7930
lot_acres: 
year_built: 2003
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "1961 Port Nelson"
city: Newport Beach
state: CA
zip: 92660
county: "Orange County"
lat: 33.6184658
lng: -117.8560738
days_on_market: 6
hoa_fee: 140
hoa_frequency: Monthly
garage_spaces: 2
list_agent: "Heather Kidder"
list_office: "Arbor Real Estate"
list_agent_phone: "(949) 238-6000"
list_agent_license: 01187466
mls_source: CRMLS
modified: 2026-08-24
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | Orange County | Newport Beach | 92660 | 1961 Port Nelson

1961 Port Nelson, Newport Beach, CA 92660

MLS: CRNP26179479 | Status: Active | Price: $8,995,000
Beds/Baths: 5 / 4 /1
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
5 4 /1 4,498 7,930 2003

Remarks

Rare opportunity to own a beautifully remodeled family home on one of the most desirable streets in the Port Streets. Situated on an oversized lot, this impressive residence combines a spacious, highly functional floor plan with extensive recent upgrades and inviting indoor-outdoor living. Designed with family living in mind, the home features a main-level bedroom, while upstairs offers four additional bedrooms, a generous bonus room, and a private office conveniently located off the primary suite. The recently completed remodel brings a fresh, sophisticated feel throughout, with new oak flooring, beautifully updated bathrooms, new quartz countertops, fresh paint, updated lighting, and a new roof. The refreshed backyard provides an ideal setting for entertaining, dining, and relaxing, with generous outdoor space and a fireplace creating a welcoming gathering area. An oversized garage, wine cellar, and abundant storage throughout add to the home’s exceptional functionality. With its coveted location, oversized lot, versatile floor plan, and extensive improvements, this is a special opportunity to enjoy the best of Port Streets living in a home that is truly move-in ready.

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # CRNP26179479
MLS Source California Regional MLS
Days on Site 6

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bedrooms Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite/Retreat
Kitchen Other, Pantry
Appliances Dishwasher, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Other, Oven - Double, Oven Range - Built-In, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator
Dining Room Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Formal Dining Room
Family Room Other, Separate Family Room
Fireplace Family Room, Living Room, Outside
Laundry In Laundry Room, Other, Upper Floor
Cooling Central Forced Air
Heating Central Forced Air

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Concrete
Pool Community Facility

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Garage, Other, Garage: 2 Car(s)
Elementary District Newport-Mesa Unified
High School District Newport-Mesa Unified
HOA Fee $140
HOA Fee Frequency Monthly
Complex Amenities Barbecue Area, Club House, Community Pool, Picnic Area

Contact Information

Listing Agent Co-Listing Agent
Heather Kidder Cherie Axelson
Arbor Real Estate Arbor Real Estate
License #: 01187466 License #: 02116436
Phone: (949) 238-6000 Phone: (949) 278-1964

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Roy O. Andersen Elementary School public K-6 0.26 mi 10
Corona Del Mar High School public 7-12 1.70 mi 8
Newport Coast Elementary School public K-6 1.94 mi 10
Eastbluff Elementary School public K-6 2.10 mi 9
Bonita Canyon Elementary School public K-6 2.72 mi 10
Mariners Elementary School public K-6 2.87 mi 10
University High School public 9-12 2.93 mi 9
Back Bay High School public 9-12 3.16 mi 2
Woodland Elementary School public KG,1,2 3.17 mi N/A
Harper public KG 3.22 mi N/A
Heinz Kaiser Elementary School public 3,4,5,6 3.24 mi 8
Newport Harbor High School public 9-12 3.28 mi 9
Horace Ensign Intermediate School public 7-8 3.49 mi 9
University Park Elementary School public K-6 3.69 mi 9
Central Orange County CTE Partnership (CTEp) public 10-12 3.69 mi N/A
Newport Elementary School public K-6 3.69 mi 8
Newport Heights Elementary School public K-6 3.69 mi 10
Vista Verde K-8 School public K-8 4.03 mi 10
Orange County Special Education School public K-12 4.04 mi N/A
Access County Community School public K-12 4.04 mi 2

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Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of August 24, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Heather Kidder, (949) 238-6000.