Achieving the pinnacle of luxury is no easy feat, yet it comes naturally at this gorgeous custom estate behind the guarded gates and fountains of Dana Point’s beachfront Ritz Cove collection. Completely remodeled to include today’s most sought-after appointments, finishes and fixtures, the multi-level villa reveals postcard-perfect sunset, Catalina Island, and whitewater Pacific Ocean views that enrich indoor and outdoor living areas. From a rooftop deck, where entertaining is complemented by a built-in BBQ bar with ice maker and Hestan refrigerator, panoramic views embrace southern Orange County’s rolling hills, dramatic coastline and shimmering evening lights. Natural light illuminates interior spaces as well, including a phenomenal rotunda-style foyer with double-height ceiling, sparkling chandelier, clerestory windows and a circular staircase leading to upper and lower floors. A formal living room displays an elegant fireplace and French doors opening to a front terrace, and limestone and wood floors are featured throughout. Memorable moments with friends and family are destined to be shared in the great room, where French doors lead to the backyard, a linear fireplace is framed by exotic stone, and a wet bar features a double-waterfall island, open shelving, an ice maker and under-counter Sub-Zero refrigerator. A few steps above the great room, the dining room flows effortlessly to an open kitchen with massive island, circular breakfast nook and 328-bottle wine wall. Premium appliances include a Wolf range with pot filler, cabinet-matched Sub-Zero refrigerator, two Miele dishwashers, and a built-in Miele coffee station. Generously proportioned at approximately 7,800 square feet, the sublime residence hosts an elevator to all levels, four ensuite bedrooms including one on the main level, five- and one-half baths, and a fireplace-warmed executive office with wood paneling and coffered ceiling. The lower level reveals a subterranean garage for five or six vehicles, a gym with built-in refrigerator, and a circular bonus room that is perfect as a media lounge, wine room or massage studio. Upstairs, the primary suite rivals the neighboring Ritz-Carlton resort, offering a barrel ceiling, bar, two balconies, and a boutique-style walk-in closet. Limestone walls and surrounds enhance the bath, which boasts a freestanding tub, dual-access rain shower, two sinks and a domed ceiling. Outdoors, a resort-style pool & spa with Baja shelf are featured in the backyard.
For sale
Listing Provided by: Riviera Properties
$12,500,000
78 Ritz Cove Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629
4beds
7,800sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2018
9,000 Square Feet Lot
$11,939,300 Zestimate®
$1,603/sqft
$990/mo HOA
What's special
Elevator to all levelsGym with built-in refrigerator
- 25 days |
- 1,587 |
- 82 |
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Listing updated:
Listing Provided by:
Tad Baltzer DRE #01490536 949-554-4140,
Riviera Properties
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NP26070981
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Basement, Den, Entry/Foyer, Exercise Room, Family Room, Foyer, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Office, Other, Pantry
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Closet, Walk-In Shower
Other
- Features: Dressing Area
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Stone Counters
Pantry
- Features: Walk-In Pantry
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: 6 Burner Stove, Barbecue, Double Oven, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Softener, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Area, Elevator, High Ceilings, Bedroom on Main Level, Dressing Area, Entrance Foyer, Primary Suite, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Stone, Wood
- Windows: Custom Covering(s), Drapes
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Den, Great Room, Primary Bedroom
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 7,800 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Underground, Garage Faces Front, Workshop in Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 5
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Entry location: Ground Floor
- Patio & porch: Stone
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Filtered, Heated, In Ground, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Ocean, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Coastline,Ocean,Water
- Waterfront features: Beach Access, Ocean Access, Ocean Side Of Highway
Lot
- Size: 9,000 Square Feet
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 67247115
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Spanish Tile
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled,Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2018
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Gutter(s), Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Sidewalks, Gated
- Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Sprinkler System, Gated with Guard, Gated Community, Gated with Attendant, 24 Hour Security, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Ritz Cove (Rc)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Maintenance Grounds, Guard, Security
- HOA fee: $990 monthly
- HOA name: Ritz Cove
- HOA phone: 949-520-1593
Location
- Region: Dana Point
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,603/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $6,086,968
- Annual tax amount: $63,774
- Date on market: 4/6/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 25 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
Estimated market value
$11,939,300
$11.34M - $12.54M
$28,338/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $12,500,000+152.5%$1,603/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #NP26070981 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2016 | Sold | $4,950,000$635/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2015 | Sold | $4,950,000-17.4%$635/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2015 | Listed for sale | $5,995,000+81.7%$769/sqft |
Source: HOM Sotheby's International Re #LG15091882 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2012 | Sold | $3,300,000-34%$423/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/17/2011 | Listed for sale | $4,999,000+7.5%$641/sqft |
Source: Prudential Calif Ritz Cove #L35232 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2009 | Sold | $4,650,000-6.9%$596/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2008 | Listing removed | $4,995,000$640/sqft |
Source: Prudential California #L27820 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2008 | Listed for sale | $4,995,000+509.1%$640/sqft |
Source: Prudential California #L27820 Report a problem | ||
| 1/5/2000 | Sold | $820,000+84.5%$105/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/1999 | Sold | $444,500+64.6%$57/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/3/1994 | Sold | $270,000$35/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $63,774 +2% | $6,086,968 +2% |
| 2024 | $62,544 +2.1% | $5,967,616 +2% |
| 2023 | $61,256 +1.6% | $5,850,604 +2% |
| 2022 | $60,317 +3.4% | $5,735,887 +2.9% |
| 2021 | $58,335 -3.2% | $5,575,870 +1% |
| 2020 | $60,255 +5.2% | $5,518,697 +10.1% |
| 2019 | $57,263 +10.3% | $5,012,197 +7.5% |
| 2018 | $51,938 -0.9% | $4,660,631 -7.7% |
| 2017 | $52,428 | $5,049,000 +2% |
| 2016 | $52,428 +2% | $4,950,000 +8.5% |
| 2015 | $51,380 +10.2% | $4,563,020 +2% |
| 2014 | $46,613 | $4,473,637 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $4,453,419 |
| 2012 | -- | $4,453,419 -4% |
| 2011 | -- | $4,638,979 |
| 2010 | -- | $4,638,979 +93.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $2,391,872 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $2,344,973 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $2,298,994 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $2,253,916 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $2,209,722 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $2,166,395 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $2,126,690 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $2,084,991 +149.3% |
| 2001 | $8,959 +89.7% | $836,400 +84.5% |
| 2000 | $4,722 | $453,390 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$74,714/mo
Principal & interest
$62682
Property taxes
$11042
HOA Fees
$990
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Neighborhood: 92629
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Moulton Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 3.4 mi
- 8/10Niguel Hills Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.7 mi
- 9/10Dana Hills High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Moulton
- Middle: Niguel Hills
- High: Dana Hills
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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