Dana Point

Custom and semi-custom oceanfront estates, 3,500 to 10,000+ sq ft. Mediterranean, Contemporary, and California Coastal architecture. Many homes feature direct ocean views, private pools, and resort-caliber outdoor living.

Private beach club, coastal trail access, whale watching from your bluff, and the full Dana Point harbor lifestyle minutes away. The Strand is defined by exclusivity, ocean proximity, and the rare pleasure of bluff-top living.

Direct — private beach access via community trails

Headlands Conservation Area (adjacent), Dana Point coastal trail, Salt Creek Beach (nearby), Doheny State Beach (nearby)

Ultra-high-net-worth buyers seeking the finest oceanfront estate address in Dana Point. Often buyers who have explored all of Southern California's coastal luxury options and identified The Strand as the most complete combination of privacy, views, and beach access.

The only guard-gated oceanfront estate community in Dana Point with direct bluff-top beach access and a private beach club. No other address in the city combines this level of exclusivity with direct Pacific access.

Custom Mediterranean and California Contemporary estates, 3,000 to 8,000+ sq ft. Many homes feature direct ocean views, private pools, and resort-caliber outdoor living spaces.

Guard-gated privacy with direct Salt Creek Beach access, Ritz-Carlton amenities steps away, and the full Dana Point coastal lifestyle. Ritz Cove is the destination for buyers who want the finest combination of gated security and oceanfront access.

Direct — Salt Creek Beach access

Salt Creek Beach (direct), Headlands Conservation Area (nearby), Dana Point coastal trail

High-net-worth buyers seeking guard-gated oceanfront luxury with direct beach access and proximity to the Ritz-Carlton. Often buyers relocating from comparable communities who have identified Ritz Cove as the finest gated oceanfront address in Dana Point.

The only guard-gated community in Dana Point with direct Salt Creek Beach access and the Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel as a neighbor. The combination of gated privacy, beach access, and resort adjacency is genuinely irreplaceable.

Custom and semi-custom estates and luxury homes, 2,500 to 7,000+ sq ft. Mediterranean and California Coastal architecture. Many homes feature sweeping ocean views and resort-caliber outdoor living.

Resort-adjacent coastal living with Monarch Beach Golf Links, the Monarch Beach Resort, and direct coastal trail access. Monarch Beach residents enjoy the full Dana Point lifestyle with the added dimension of resort-caliber amenities steps from their door.

Short walk via coastal trail to Monarch Beach

Monarch Beach coastal trail (direct), Monarch Beach Golf Links (adjacent), Salt Creek Beach (nearby), Headlands Conservation Area

Luxury buyers seeking ocean views and resort adjacency in a prestigious coastal setting. Often buyers who have explored the broader Dana Point market and identified Monarch Beach as the finest combination of views, resort access, and coastal lifestyle.

The only residential community in Dana Point directly adjacent to both the Monarch Beach Resort and the Monarch Beach Golf Links. The combination of ocean views, resort amenities, and coastal trail access creates a lifestyle found nowhere else in the city.

Custom and semi-custom estates, 3,000 to 8,000+ sq ft. Mediterranean and California Contemporary architecture. Many homes feature panoramic ocean views, private pools, and resort-caliber outdoor living.

Guard-gated privacy with panoramic ocean views, proximity to the Monarch Beach Resort and Golf Links, and the full Dana Point coastal lifestyle. Monarch Bay is the destination for buyers who want the finest combination of gated security and ocean views in Dana Point.

Short drive or walk via coastal trail

Monarch Beach coastal trail (nearby), Monarch Beach Golf Links (adjacent), Salt Creek Beach (short drive), Headlands Conservation Area

High-net-worth buyers seeking guard-gated luxury with panoramic ocean views. Often executives and retirees who have identified Monarch Bay as the premier gated ocean-view address in Dana Point.

One of the most prestigious guard-gated communities in Dana Point with panoramic ocean views and proximity to the Monarch Beach Resort. The combination of gated privacy, ocean views, and resort adjacency is genuinely distinctive.

Single-family homes, townhomes, and condominiums, 1,500 to 4,500 sq ft. California Coastal and Mediterranean architecture. Many homes feature ocean views and updated interiors.

Gated community living with private beach access, tennis, pools, and a clubhouse. Niguel Shores offers the full Dana Point coastal lifestyle with the added security and amenity base of a well-managed gated community.

Private — community beach access via bluff trail

Community beach access (private), Dana Point coastal trail, Salt Creek Beach (nearby), Doheny State Beach (nearby)

Buyers seeking gated community living with private beach access at a more accessible price point. Often families and second-home buyers who want the security and amenities of a gated community with genuine coastal access.

One of the most value-oriented gated communities in Dana Point with private beach access and resort-caliber amenities. The combination of gated security, beach access, and community amenities at an accessible price point makes Niguel Shores one of the best values in coastal Dana Point.

Single-family homes and townhomes, 1,500 to 3,500 sq ft. California Coastal and contemporary architecture. Many homes feature ocean and harbor views.

Bluff-top living with harbor views, walking distance to the Dana Point Harbor, and the full coastal lifestyle. Dana Bluffs residents enjoy the city's maritime character and the pleasure of watching the harbor from their homes.

Short walk to harbor beaches and coastal trail

Dana Point Harbor (walking distance), Headlands Conservation Area (nearby), Dana Point coastal trail, Doheny State Beach (short drive)

Buyers seeking bluff-top ocean and harbor views at a more accessible price point. Often buyers who have explored the broader Dana Point market and identified Dana Bluffs as the best combination of views, harbor proximity, and value.

One of the most characterful bluff-top communities in Dana Point with genuine harbor and ocean views at an accessible price point. The combination of bluff-top positioning, harbor proximity, and Dana Point's maritime character creates a lifestyle that is authentically Dana Point.

Single-family homes, condominiums, and townhomes, 1,200 to 3,000 sq ft. A mix of original coastal cottages and updated contemporary homes. The neighborhood's organic development creates an architectural diversity that reflects its community character.

Walkable, community-oriented, and harbor-adjacent. Residents walk to the Lantern District's restaurants and shops, the Saturday farmers market, and the Dana Point Harbor. The neighborhood's genuine community character and walkability create a lifestyle that is uniquely Dana Point.

Short walk to harbor beaches and coastal trail

Dana Point Harbor (walking distance), Lantern District (walkable), Dana Point coastal trail, Doheny State Beach (short drive)

Lifestyle-oriented buyers who prioritize walkability, community character, and harbor proximity. Often buyers relocating from urban environments who want the walkability of city living with the coastal lifestyle of Dana Point.

The only neighborhood in Dana Point with walkable access to the Lantern District, the Saturday farmers market, and the harbor. The combination of walkability, community character, and coastal proximity creates a lifestyle found nowhere else in the city.

Beach cottages, bungalows, and newer luxury homes, 1,000 to 3,500 sq ft. Many properties have been updated while preserving the community's intimate character. The narrow lots and proximity to the water create a density that is unique in the Dana Point market.

Intimate, walkable, and genuinely beach-oriented. Residents walk to the beach, the local restaurants, and the Dana Point Harbor. The community's small size creates a genuine neighborhood identity — residents know each other, and the community has a warmth that larger neighborhoods often lack.

Direct — many homes are on or steps from the sand

Capistrano Beach (direct), Dana Point Harbor (short drive), Doheny State Beach (adjacent), coastal trail

Buyers seeking direct beach access in an intimate community setting. Often second-home buyers, beach lifestyle enthusiasts, and buyers who have specifically sought out the small-town character of Capistrano Beach.

The most intimate beachfront community in Dana Point with direct sand access and a genuine small-town character. The combination of beach proximity, community warmth, and harbor access creates a lifestyle found nowhere else in the city.

Custom and semi-custom estates, 3,000 to 7,000+ sq ft. Mediterranean and California Contemporary architecture. Many homes feature panoramic coastal views, private pools, and resort-caliber outdoor living.

Guard-gated privacy with panoramic coastal views and the full Dana Point lifestyle. Emerald Ridge is the destination for buyers who want the finest combination of gated security, views, and custom estate living in Dana Point.

Short drive to Dana Point beaches

Headlands Conservation Area (nearby), Dana Point coastal trail, Salt Creek Beach (short drive), Doheny State Beach (short drive)

High-net-worth buyers seeking guard-gated luxury with panoramic coastal views. Often executives and retirees who have identified Emerald Ridge as the premier gated view address in inland Dana Point.

One of the most prestigious guard-gated communities in Dana Point with panoramic coastal views. The combination of hilltop positioning, custom estate homes, and gated privacy makes Emerald Ridge the most exclusive non-oceanfront address in the city.

Single-family homes, 1,500 to 3,200 sq ft. California Ranch, traditional, and updated contemporary architecture. The established nature of the neighborhood means mature landscaping and a settled community character.

Family-oriented and community-focused. Strong schools, community parks, and convenient access to the harbor and beaches create a lifestyle centered on family and the Dana Point coastal experience.

Short drive to Dana Point beaches and harbor

Dana Hills High School area parks, Dana Point Harbor (short drive), Doheny State Beach (short drive), coastal trail

Families seeking established community character, strong schools, and convenient access to the Dana Point lifestyle. Often buyers who have identified Dana Hills as the best combination of value, schools, and location in the city.

One of the most established family neighborhoods in Dana Point with genuine community character and strong schools. The combination of mature landscaping, family amenities, and coastal proximity creates a lifestyle that is authentically Dana Point.

Single-family homes, 1,400 to 3,000 sq ft. California Ranch and updated contemporary architecture. Many homes have been renovated, and the elevated positioning provides views from many homesites.

Quiet and residential with hilltop views and convenient access to the harbor and beaches. Dana Knolls has a genuine neighborhood character — residents appreciate the area's elevated positioning and the proximity to the coast.

Short drive to Dana Point beaches and harbor

Dana Knolls Park, Dana Point Harbor (short drive), Doheny State Beach (short drive), coastal trail

Buyers seeking hilltop views and established community character at an accessible price point. Often buyers who have identified Dana Knolls as the best combination of views, value, and Dana Point lifestyle.

One of the most value-oriented view neighborhoods in Dana Point. The combination of hilltop positioning, established character, and coastal proximity makes Dana Knolls an attractive option for buyers who want views without the ultra-luxury premium.

Townhomes and condominiums, 1,000 to 2,200 sq ft. California Coastal architecture with a nautical aesthetic. Many units feature harbor or ocean views and updated interiors.

Harbor-adjacent and walkable. Residents walk to the Dana Point Harbor, the Lantern District's restaurants and shops, and the coastal trail. The community's nautical character and harbor proximity create a lifestyle that is genuinely Dana Point.

Short walk to harbor beaches and coastal trail

Dana Point Harbor (walking distance), Lantern District (walkable), Dana Point coastal trail, Doheny State Beach (short drive)

First-time luxury buyers, second-home buyers, and buyers seeking the Dana Point lifestyle at an accessible price point. Often buyers who have identified Regatta as the best entry point into the Dana Point market.

The most accessible entry point into the Dana Point luxury market with genuine harbor proximity and walkable access to the Lantern District. The combination of harbor adjacency, walkability, and accessible pricing makes Regatta one of the best values in Dana Point.