Newport Coast : was a census-designated place until 2001, in Orange County, California, United States. The population was 2,671 at the 2000 census, although the population is estimated to be around 7,500 as of 2007 and could reach 9,000 in 2008. Buildout could be reached in 2010.The master-planned community was developed by the Irvine Company. Newport Coast was annexed into Newport Beach, California in 2001.

Newport Coast is an affluent, world-class, new community south of the main body of Newport Beach, between the coastal cities of Newport Beach and Laguna Beach. A variety of home types are available in the community from small studio apartments to ocean view mansions occupied by well known celebrities.

Coastal views, spectacular sunsets, bring luxurious neighborhoods of executive and estate-size homes that overlook the ocean, rugged coastal foothills, canyons and city lights.

Newport Coast's lifestyle reaches far beyond a panoramic view with championship golf courses at Pelican Pointe and Pelican Hill, shopping and dining at Fashion Island, or a quiet ride on the Balboa Island Ferry.

Newport Coast Geography:

Newport Coast is located at 33°35'59?N, 117°49'41?W (33.599624, -117.827938)[1], in the San Joaquin Hills above Crystal Cove State Park.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 18.7 km² (7.2 mi²). 18.3 km² (7.1 mi²) of it is land and 0.4 km² (0.2 mi²) of it (2.22%) is water.

Newport Coast Areas:

NEWPORT RIDGE:

Conceived and developed as an exclusive residential enclave, Newport Ridge shares in the golden spectrum of advantages offered by Newport Coast. The 371 acre Newport Ridge community includes a selection of outstanding homes and a generous 38 acres of parks, open space and landscaped paseos. Newport Ridge Village Center provides residents with a host of retail/community service oriented businesses. Lauded as a classic Gold Coast destination, this residential resort setting provides a fitting backdrop for unparalleled recreational attractions with Newport Beach, Corona del Mar and Laguna Beach each just moments away!

PACIFIC RIDGE:

Situated behind private gates, above the Pacific Ocean and the protected open spaces of Las Trancos and Muddy Canyons, Pacific Ridge offers an incomparable locale. Master-planned to include a guard-gated entry, the community boasts a 10-acre public park which is planned to include ball fields and associated facilities, a private recreation center including a Jr. Olympic pool, spa, wading pool, outdoor fireplace with tables, barbecue area, and access to a network of hiking and biking trails.

Residents will appreciate a location close to the beach and array of shopping, dining, cultural an recreational destinations in nearby Laguna Beach, Corona del Mar, and Newport Beach's popular Fashion Island.

TURTLE RIDGE

Turtle Ridge is showcased by the spectacular Summit Park within the gated Summit Park neighborhoods. Summit Park is envisioned to offer its residents a central community clubhouse with two pools, a fitness facility, a theater, children's play area, grassy meadow for special events and solitary experiences, circular walking route enhanced by a wide array of gardens, seating and overlook rest areas, as well as picnic pavilions, and more.

CRYSTAL COVE:

The community of Crystal Cove borders Crystal Cove State Park, 3.5 miles of coastline, and is accessible to residents at three points: Reef Point, Pelican Point and Los Trancos. The Los Trancos tunnel runs below Pacific Coast Highway and leads you to Crystal Cove's Historic District.

Crystal Cove is blessed with exquisite natural beauty. Residents can explore the community's 3,674 acres of protected natural wilderness with trails popular for hiking, horseback riding and camping. Crystal Cove residents' recreational opportunities are limitless, including Canyon Club the resort style recreational center. Canyon Club is the premier social and recreation gathering place for Crystal Cove residents. It is surrounded by open space with stunning natural views.

Newport Coast Important Links:

• Orange County Public Libraries
• Official Orange County Website
• Official State of California Website

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