Pelican Crest

Newport Coast's most exclusive estate enclave

Pelican Crest

Newport Coast, Orange County, California

Price Range$8M–$50M+
Luxury LevelUltra Luxury
Ocean ViewsPanoramic 270-degree views — Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island, coastal canyons, and on clear days, the Channel Islands. The highest-elevation community in Newport Coast delivers the most expansive view corridor available anywhere in Orange County.
GatedYes — 24-hour guard-gated with roving patrol and the highest level of residential security in Newport Coast. The small number of homes and controlled access create an atmosphere of complete exclusivity.

Pelican Crest occupies the highest elevations of Newport Coast, offering some of the most dramatic ocean and canyon views in all of Southern California. This ultra-exclusive guard-gated community is home to a small number of trophy estates — many exceeding 10,000 square feet — set on expansive lots with complete privacy. Pelican Crest consistently ranks among the most expensive zip codes in Orange County, and its homes rarely come to market. When they do, they attract the most discerning buyers from across the country and around the world.

Architecture & Home Types

Trophy custom estates on large lots, typically 10,000–30,000+ square feet of living space. Architectural styles include Mediterranean, Tuscan, French Chateau, and contemporary. Many homes feature guest houses, home theaters, wine cellars, professional kitchens, and resort-style grounds with infinity pools and manicured gardens.

Lifestyle & Atmosphere

The pinnacle of Newport Coast privacy and prestige. Elevated above the surrounding communities with 270-degree views spanning the Pacific, Catalina Island, and the coastal canyons. Quiet, exclusive, and completely removed from the activity below. Residents of Pelican Crest luxury homes enjoy a level of seclusion that is genuinely rare in coastal Southern California.

Ocean Views & Coastal Proximity

Panoramic 270-degree views — Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island, coastal canyons, and on clear days, the Channel Islands. The highest-elevation community in Newport Coast delivers the most expansive view corridor available anywhere in Orange County.

Gated Community & Amenities

Yes — 24-hour guard-gated with roving patrol and the highest level of residential security in Newport Coast. The small number of homes and controlled access create an atmosphere of complete exclusivity.

Golf, Hiking, Shopping & Dining

Pelican Hill Golf Club (10 min), Crystal Cove State Park (12 min), Fashion Island (15 min), Newport Beach (15 min), Laguna Beach (20 min), John Wayne Airport (20 min).

Typical Buyer Profile

The most discerning ultra-high-net-worth buyers — C-suite executives, celebrities, and international buyers seeking the absolute pinnacle of Orange County luxury real estate. Often trophy purchases or primary residences for those relocating from Beverly Hills, Bel Air, or comparable international markets. Pelican Crest luxury homes represent the apex of Newport Coast real estate.

What Makes It Unique

The highest-elevation community in Newport Coast with the most expansive views. The combination of lot size, privacy, and panoramic vistas makes Pelican Crest the undisputed apex of Newport Coast real estate. No other community in Orange County offers this combination of elevation, exclusivity, and coastal positioning.

Newport Coast coastal community aerial view
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