18 Ritz Cove Dr
Description
Beneath the home, a spotless subterranean 6-Car Gallery lined with polished Italian Terrazzo flooring sets the stage for a striking reveal: a glass wall peering directly into the depths of the pool, leading to a private...An oceanfront prominence unlike any other, this 7,681SF architectural statement rises above the sand in the prestigious guard-gated enclave of Ritz Cove. A structural marvel far ahead of its time, the residence showcases engineering and craftsmanship designed to endure for generations.
Beneath the home, a spotless subterranean 6-Car Gallery lined with polished Italian Terrazzo flooring sets the stage for a striking reveal: a glass wall peering directly into the depths of the pool, leading to a private media lounge, wine storage, and glass-walled gym, steam and sauna. Built with uncompromising integrity, the estate rests on approx. 75 subterranean caissons deep into bedrock, with all-concrete structural elements fully waterproofed and subflooring on every level layered in concrete—an extraordinary foundation for both longevity and quiet luxury.
Spanning three levels serviced by elevator, the floor plan includes an entry-level dual-primary suite and expansive living spaces that frame commanding views of sand, surf, whitewater and endless horizons. Walls of glass invite in the ocean’s ever-changing drama, with Dana Point’s Headlands anchoring the north and south vistas of this prized riviera.
The terraced backyard delivers private, immediate access to Salt Creek Beach, while Ritz Cove’s gates open to a lifestyle unmatched—centered between two world-class resorts. Walk to the Monarch Beach Resort & Golf Links, the Ritz-Carlton, or the exclusive Monarch Bay Beach Club, with fine dining, boutique shopping, and the soon-to-be-reimagined Dana Point Harbor all just moments away.
A rare fusion of bold design, structural resilience, and timeless architectural vision, this residence stands as one of the greatest oceanfront offerings to grace the Southern California coast in years—simply irreplaceable by today’s standards.
Listing Agents
![Roderic Stadelmann]()
roderic.stadelmann@compass.comP: (858)-231-3911
![Sam Orozco]()
sam.orozco@compass.comP: (949)-295-4277
Property Details for 18 Ritz Cove Drive
Property Details for 18 Ritz Cove Drive
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | OC25224809 |
| Days on Market | 91 |
| Taxes | - |
| HOA Fees | $990 / month |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 2009 |
| Lot Size | 0.23 AC / 9,869 SF |
| County | Orange County |
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Building Information for 18 Ritz Cove Drive
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$121,023 per month
30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest
$111,428
$8,605
$990
Property Information for 18 Ritz Cove Drive
- Pets Allowed: Call For Rules
- Tax Tract Number: 12674
- CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $3,873
- Tax Lot: 38
- Accessibility Features: Disability Features
- Disability Access: DisabilityAccess
- Association Amenities: Management, Guard, Security
- Assessments YN: No
- Assessments: None
- Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights
- Community: Ritz Cove (RC)
- Complex Name: Ritz Cove
- Association Name: Ritz Cove
- Association Phone: 949-481-0555
- Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Equipment: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Gas Range
- Interior Features: Balcony, Bar, Elevator, Home Automation System, Storage, Wired for Data, Wired for Sound
- Room Type: Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Formal Entry, Foyer, Game Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Media Room, Office, Retreat, Sauna, Walk-In Closet
- Main Level Bathrooms: 1
- Main Level Bedrooms: 1
- Room Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Closet in bathroom, Soaking Tub, Walk-in shower
- Bedroom Features: Main Floor Bedroom, WalkInCloset
- Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, In Family Room, Dining Room, In Kitchen
- Laundry: Yes
- Laundry Features: Individual Room, Inside
- Fireplace Features: Family Room, Game Room, Primary Bedroom
- Fireplace Rooms: Family Room, Game Room
- Fireplace: FP in Family Room, Game Room
- Cooling: Central Air, Dual
- Heating Type: Central, Forced Air
- Heating: Central, Forced Air
- Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
- Door Features: Sliding Doors
- Security Features: 24 Hour Security, Gated with Attendant, Gated Community, Gated with Guard, Security System
- Security: Gated Community, Security System, 24 Hour Security, Gated with Guard
- Construction Materials: Concrete, Glass, Steel
- Exterior Construction: Concrete, Glass, Steel Siding
- Exterior: Metal Siding, Concrete, Glass
- Exterior Features: Barbecue Private, Koi Pond, Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Entry Location: /
- Structures: Elevators/Stairclimber, Storm Drains
- Structure Type: House
- Other Structures: Elevators/Stairclimber, Storm Drains
- Property Condition: Turnkey
- Miscellaneous: Elevators/Stairclimber, Storm Drains
- View Description: Catalina, Coastline, Ocean, Panoramic, White Water
- Waterfront Features: Beach Access, Beach Front, Ocean Access, Ocean Front, Ocean Side Of Highway 1
- Pool Features: Private, Heated
- Pool Description: Heated, Private
- Pool: Private, Heated
- Pool Heat: Private, Heated
- Spa Features: Private, Heated
- Spa Heat: Heated, Private
- Sign on Property: No
- Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
- Lease Considered: No
- Available For Lease: No
- Land Lease: No
- Land Lease Type: Fee
- Levels: Three Or More
- Water: Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
- Garage Spaces: 6
- Parking: Yes
- Parking Garage: Garage, Subterranean
- Parking Non-Garage: Garage
- Parking Garage Spaces: 6
- Parking Garage: Garage
- Carport Spaces: 0
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking Features: Garage, Subterranean
- Builders Tract Name: Ritz Cove
- Builders Tract Code: Ritz Cove (RC)
- Architectural Style: Contemporary, Custom Built, Modern
- Residential Styles: Detached
- Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls
Property History for 18 Ritz Cove Drive
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2025 | Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC25224809 | $22,550,000 | — |
| Sep 17, 2025 | Listed (Active) CLAW #OC25224809MR | $22,550,000 | — |
| Sep 17, 2025 | Listed (Active) SDMLS #OC25224809 | $22,550,000 | — |
| May 7, 2019 | Expired CRMLS #LG18294274 | $14,788,000 | — |
| May 6, 2019 | Expired SDMLS #LG18294274 | — | |
| May 6, 2019 | Expired CLAW #LG18294274MR | — | |
| Dec 19, 2018 | Listed (Active) SDMLS #LG18294274 | $14,788,000 | — |
| Dec 19, 2018 | Listed (Active) CLAW #LG18294274MR | $14,788,000 | — |
| Dec 19, 2018 | Listed (Active) CRMLS #LG18294274 | $14,788,000 | — |
| Dec 18, 2012 | Expired CRMLS #U03088045 | $5,450,000 | — |
| Dec 18, 2012 | Expired CRMLS #L7313 | $5,695,000 | — |
| Mar 22, 2004 | Sold CRMLS #L11228 | $5,100,000 | — |
| Mar 22, 2004 | Sold CLAW #L11228MR | $5,100,000 | — |
| Feb 9, 2004 | Pending CRMLS #L11228 | — | |
| Feb 9, 2004 | Pending CLAW #L11228MR | — | |
| Dec 31, 2003 | Expired CLAW #U03088045MR | — | |
| Dec 31, 2003 | Pending CLAW #U03088045MR | — | |
| Dec 31, 2003 | Pending CRMLS #U03088045 | — | |
| Jun 19, 2003 | Listed (Active) CLAW #U03088045MR | $5,450,000 | — |
| Jun 19, 2003 | Listed (Active) CRMLS #U03088045 | $5,450,000 | — |
| Jun 10, 2003 | Listed (Active) CRMLS #L11228 | $5,450,000 | — |
| Jun 10, 2003 | Listed (Active) CLAW #L11228MR | $5,450,000 | — |
| Dec 31, 2002 | Expired CLAW #L7313MR | — | |
| Apr 9, 2002 | Listed (Active) CLAW #L7313MR | $5,695,000 | — |
| Apr 9, 2002 | Listed (Active) CRMLS #L7313 | $5,695,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 09/24/2025 | Listed (Active) CRMLS #OC25224809 | $22,550,000 |
| 09/17/2025 | Listed (Active) CLAW #OC25224809MR | $22,550,000 |
| 09/17/2025 | Listed (Active) SDMLS #OC25224809 | $22,550,000 |
| 05/07/2019 | Expired CRMLS #LG18294274 | $14,788,000 |
| 05/06/2019 | Expired SDMLS #LG18294274 | — |
| 05/06/2019 | Expired CLAW #LG18294274MR | — |
| 12/19/2018 | Listed (Active) SDMLS #LG18294274 | $14,788,000 |
| 12/19/2018 | Listed (Active) CLAW #LG18294274MR | $14,788,000 |
| 12/19/2018 | Listed (Active) CRMLS #LG18294274 | $14,788,000 |
| 12/18/2012 | Expired CRMLS #U03088045 | $5,450,000 |
| 12/18/2012 | Expired CRMLS #L7313 | $5,695,000 |
| 03/22/2004 | Sold CRMLS #L11228 | $5,100,000 |
| 03/22/2004 | Sold CLAW #L11228MR | $5,100,000 |
| 02/09/2004 | Pending CRMLS #L11228 | — |
| 02/09/2004 | Pending CLAW #L11228MR | — |
| 12/31/2003 | Expired CLAW #U03088045MR | — |
| 12/31/2003 | Pending CLAW #U03088045MR | — |
| 12/31/2003 | Pending CRMLS #U03088045 | — |
| 06/19/2003 | Listed (Active) CLAW #U03088045MR | $5,450,000 |
| 06/19/2003 | Listed (Active) CRMLS #U03088045 | $5,450,000 |
| 06/10/2003 | Listed (Active) CRMLS #L11228 | $5,450,000 |
| 06/10/2003 | Listed (Active) CLAW #L11228MR | $5,450,000 |
| 12/31/2002 | Expired CLAW #L7313MR | — |
| 04/09/2002 | Listed (Active) CLAW #L7313MR | $5,695,000 |
| 04/09/2002 | Listed (Active) CRMLS #L7313 | $5,695,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 18 Ritz Cove Drive
Schools near 18 Ritz Cove Drive
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | K to 6 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Moulton Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
Niguel Hills Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Dana Hills High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Richard Henry Dana Exceptional Needs School PublicK to 6 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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