Situated on the highly sought-after “Quiet End” of Balboa Island, 118 Emerald Avenue represents a truly rare opportunity to own in one of the island’s most desirable and tightly held locations—less than one block from the harbor and south bayfront.
This is one the last remaining original beach cottage on the 100 Block of Emerald, offering a unique blend of classic coastal charm, immediate usability, and long-term upside potential. Properties of this caliber and positioning seldom come to market.
Currently configured as a duplex with two active short-term rental permits, the property provides exceptional flexibility for both personal enjoyment and income generation.
The front unit is a charming single-story 2-bedroom, 1-bath coastal cottage, featuring a spacious front patio framed by a white picket fence—ideal for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying the quintessential Balboa Island lifestyle.
The rear unit offers a 3-bedroom, 2-bath split-level layout, complemented by a private 2-car garage, vaulted spatial flow, and functional separation for guests, tenants, or extended family.
Both units are move-in ready, allowing for immediate occupancy or rental income. Alternatively, this property presents a compelling opportunity to design and build a custom luxury residence in an A+ location with enduring value.
AGENT: Lucas Kinney LISTING BROKERAGE: Balboa Island EstatesThis is one the last remaining original beach cottage on the 100 Block of Emerald, offering a unique blend of classic coastal charm, immediate usability, and long-term upside potential. Properties of this caliber and positioning seldom come to market.
Currently configured as a duplex with two active short-term rental permits, the property provides exceptional flexibility for both personal enjoyment and income generation.
The front unit is a charming single-story 2-bedroom, 1-bath coastal cottage, featuring a spacious front patio framed by a white picket fence—ideal for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying the quintessential Balboa Island lifestyle.
The rear unit offers a 3-bedroom, 2-bath split-level layout, complemented by a private 2-car garage, vaulted spatial flow, and functional separation for guests, tenants, or extended family.
Both units are move-in ready, allowing for immediate occupancy or rental income. Alternatively, this property presents a compelling opportunity to design and build a custom luxury residence in an A+ location with enduring value.
Courtesy of Balboa Island Estates. Disclaimer: All data relating to real estate for sale on this page comes from the Broker Reciprocity (BR) of the California Regional Multiple Listing Service. Detailed information about real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than The Agency RE include the name of the listing broker. Neither the listing company nor The Agency RE shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. The Broker providing this data believes it to be correct, but advises interested parties to confirm any item before relying on it in a purchase decision. Copyright 2026. California Regional Multiple Listing Service. All rights reserved. 118 Emerald
Newport Beach, CA
Property Details
Price:
$3,799,000
MLS #:
PW26082073
Status:
Active
Beds:
5
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Duplex
Subdivision:
Balboa Island – Main Island BALM
Neighborhood:
n9lowernewportbaybalboaisland
Listed Date:
Apr 23, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,893
Lot Size:
2,614 sqft / 0.06 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1940
CottageN9 – Lower Newport Bay – Balboa IslandN9lowernewportbaybalboaislandBalboa Island – Main Island BalmNewport Mesa UnifiedNone
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Schools
School District:
Newport Mesa Unified
Interior
Appliances
GO, GR
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom, 2 Three Quarter Bathrooms
Cooling
WW
Flooring
VINY
Heating
WL
Interior Features
WDPW
Laundry Features
IG, IN
Levels
U
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Main Level Bedrooms
3
Exterior
Accessibility Features
NO
Architectural Style
COT
Attached Garage YN
1
Common Walls
NCW
Community Features
SDW, SUB
Construction Materials
WOD
Exterior Features
AW
Fencing
WD, VNL
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Patio And Porch Features
PTO
Roof
CMP
Spa Features
NO
View
NO
Window Features
BLI, DPW
Financial
Map
Community
- Address118 Emerald Newport Beach CA
- SubdivisionBalboa Island – Main Island (BALM)
- CityNewport Beach
- CountyOrange
- Zip Code92662
