2526 Riviera Dr

$45,000,000
Price
7,800 Sq. Ft.
$5,769 / Sq. Ft.
7,800
Sq. Ft.
$5,769
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Set front row in Irvine Cove—Laguna Beach’s most exclusive and under-the-radar oceanfront community—2526 Riviera Drive is a rare architectural estate with panoramic views and total privacy. Designed by Leason Pomeroy, the home opens to the Pacific with walls of glass and a horizon-level infinity pool, blurring the line between indoors and out. Rich materials, custom built-ins, and sculptural elements elevate every space, while refined details like a Crestron automation system and an olive burl breakfast...Set front row in Irvine Cove—Laguna Beach’s most exclusive and under-the-radar oceanfront community—2526 Riviera Drive is a rare architectural estate with panoramic views and total privacy. Designed by Leason Pomeroy, the home opens to the Pacific with walls of glass and a horizon-level infinity pool, blurring the line between indoors and out. Rich materials, custom built-ins, and sculptural elements elevate every space, while refined details like a Crestron automation system and an olive burl breakfast nook—with a pop-up TV and a vertical structure that continues elegantly to the level below—reflect the depth of design. The lower level offers a private lounge, game area, guest space, and flexible living—all connected by a custom floating staircase and elevator. An oversized garage completes the home’s rare blend of form, function, and front-row living. Homes in Irvine Cove rarely become available. Properties like this—almost never.

Listing Agent

  1. Michael Carpenter

    Michael Carpenter

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01221473

    carp@compass.com

    P: (949)-922-1092

Property Details for 2526 Riviera Drive

View
Catalina, Ocean, Panoramic, White Water
Parking Spaces Total
8
Private Pool
Yes
Cooling Type
Central Air
Total Units
1.0
Building Type
Detached
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Living Area
7800
LISTING UPDATED: 12/31/2025 07:31 AM

Property Details for 2526 Riviera Drive

StatusActive
MLS #NP25102251
Days on Market267
Taxes-
HOA Fees$8,000
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2008
Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,027 SF
CountyOrange County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Michael Carpenter, DRE #01221473
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Building Information for 2526 Riviera Drive

Stories2Year Built2008Building Size-Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,027 SF

Payment Calculator

$252,029 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$219,322

Property Taxes

$24,707

HOA Dues

$8,000

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Property Information for 2526 Riviera Drive

Rental Info
Rental Info
  • Pets Allowed: Call For Rules
Income / Expense / Tax Details
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract Number: 2818
  • Tax Census Tract: 626.56
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $987
  • Tax Lot: 25
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Association Amenities: Pickleball, Fire Pit, Barbecue, Outdoor Cooking Area, Picnic Area, Guard, Security
  • Assessments YN: No
  • Assessments: None
  • Community Features: Curbs, Gutters, Watersports, Street Lights
  • Community: Irvine Cove (IC)
  • Complex Name: Irvine Cove
  • Association Name: Irvine Cove
  • Association Phone: 9494975869
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Bar, Built-in Features, Elevator
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Den, Exercise Room, Family Room, Home Theatre, Kitchen, Laundry, Library, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office, Walk-In Closet
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Bedroom Features: Main Floor Bedroom, WalkInCloset
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room, Upper Level
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room
  • Fireplace: FP in Living Room
  • Cooling: Central Air
Exterior Features
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Structures: Elevators/Stairclimber, Gutters
  • Structure Type: House
  • Other Structures: Elevators/Stairclimber, Gutters
  • Miscellaneous: Elevators/Stairclimber, Gutters
  • View Description: Catalina, Ocean, Panoramic, White Water
  • Pool Features: Private, Infinity
  • Pool Description: Private
  • Pool: Private
  • Pool Heat: Private
  • Spa Features: In Ground
  • Spa Heat: Private Below Ground
Land/Lot Info
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Levels: Two
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 8
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 8
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
Property / Structure Info
  • Builders Tract Name: Irvine Cove
  • Builders Tract Code: Irvine Cove (IC)
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls

Property History for 2526 Riviera Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 9, 2025

Price Change

CLAW #NP25102251MR

$45,000,000
Oct 9, 2025

Price Change

CRMLS #NP25102251

$45,000,000
Oct 8, 2025

Price Change

SDMLS #NP25102251

$45,000,000
May 8, 2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NP25102251

$55,000,000
May 8, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NP25102251MR

$55,000,000
May 8, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NP25102251

$55,000,000
Dec 7, 2017

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #NP17212965MR

Dec 7, 2017

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #NP17212965

$31,500,000
Sep 21, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #608446220

$25,560,000
Sep 14, 2017

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NP17212965MR

$31,500,000
Sep 14, 2017

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NP17212965

$31,500,000
Jun 20, 2003

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #L10451

$7,900,000
Jun 20, 2003

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #L10451MR

Mar 28, 2003

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #L10451

$7,900,000
Mar 28, 2003

Listed (Active)

CLAW #L10451MR

$7,900,000
Jul 25, 2001

Sold

CRMLS #U01732950

$5,800,000
Jul 25, 2001

Sold

CLAW #U01732950MR

$5,800,000
Jul 24, 2001

Sold

CRMLS #L3548

$5,800,000
Jul 24, 2001

Sold

CLAW #L3548MR

$5,800,000
Mar 26, 2001

Pending

CRMLS #L3548

Mar 26, 2001

Pending

CLAW #L3548MR

Mar 9, 2001

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #L3548

$6,950,000
Mar 9, 2001

Listed (Active)

CLAW #L3548MR

$6,950,000
Mar 9, 2001

Listed (Active)

CLAW #U01732950MR

$6,950,000
Mar 9, 2001

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #U01732950

$6,950,000
Oct 11, 2000

Sold

CRMLS #U00690515

Oct 11, 2000

Sold

CLAW #U00690515MR

Oct 11, 2000

Sold

CLAW #L1644MR

$6,995,000
Oct 11, 2000

Sold

CRMLS #L1644

$6,995,000
Sep 12, 2000

Pending

CLAW #L1644MR

Sep 12, 2000

Pending

CRMLS #L1644

Jul 5, 2000

Listed (Active)

CLAW #L1644MR

$6,995,000
Jul 5, 2000

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #U00690515

$6,995,000
Jul 5, 2000

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #L1644

$6,995,000
Jul 5, 2000

Listed (Active)

CLAW #U00690515MR

$6,995,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/09/2025

Price Change

CLAW #NP25102251MR

$45,000,000
10/09/2025

Price Change

CRMLS #NP25102251

$45,000,000
10/08/2025

Price Change

SDMLS #NP25102251

$45,000,000
05/08/2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NP25102251

$55,000,000
05/08/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NP25102251MR

$55,000,000
05/08/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NP25102251

$55,000,000
12/07/2017

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #NP17212965MR

12/07/2017

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #NP17212965

$31,500,000
09/21/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #608446220

$25,560,000
09/14/2017

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NP17212965MR

$31,500,000
09/14/2017

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NP17212965

$31,500,000
06/20/2003

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #L10451

$7,900,000
06/20/2003

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #L10451MR

03/28/2003

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #L10451

$7,900,000
03/28/2003

Listed (Active)

CLAW #L10451MR

$7,900,000
07/25/2001

Sold

CRMLS #U01732950

$5,800,000
07/25/2001

Sold

CLAW #U01732950MR

$5,800,000
07/24/2001

Sold

CRMLS #L3548

$5,800,000
07/24/2001

Sold

CLAW #L3548MR

$5,800,000
03/26/2001

Pending

CRMLS #L3548

03/26/2001

Pending

CLAW #L3548MR

03/09/2001

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #L3548

$6,950,000
03/09/2001

Listed (Active)

CLAW #L3548MR

$6,950,000
03/09/2001

Listed (Active)

CLAW #U01732950MR

$6,950,000
03/09/2001

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #U01732950

$6,950,000
10/11/2000

Sold

CRMLS #U00690515

10/11/2000

Sold

CLAW #U00690515MR

10/11/2000

Sold

CLAW #L1644MR

$6,995,000
10/11/2000

Sold

CRMLS #L1644

$6,995,000
09/12/2000

Pending

CLAW #L1644MR

09/12/2000

Pending

CRMLS #L1644

07/05/2000

Listed (Active)

CLAW #L1644MR

$6,995,000
07/05/2000

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #U00690515

$6,995,000
07/05/2000

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #L1644

$6,995,000
07/05/2000

Listed (Active)

CLAW #U00690515MR

$6,995,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 2526 Riviera Drive

Taxable ValueLand$25,860,708Additions$3,222,210Total$29,082,918
Tax Record2025$296,484 ($24,707 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths5.5Total Finished SqFt8,108 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt8,108 SqFtStories1Lot Size10,028 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2006CountyORANGEAPN053-317-07

Schools near 2526 Riviera Drive

This home is within Laguna Beach Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
El Morro Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Thurston Middle School
Public6 to 8

Laguna Beach High School
Public9 to 12

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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2526 Riviera Drive is a single family home for sale in Laguna Beach, CA 92651. This property was listed for sale on May 8, 2025 by Compass, it's currently listed at $45,000,000. It has been on the market for a total of 267 days and was last sold on September 21, 2017. This listing's school district is Laguna Beach Unified School District. Nearby schools include El Morro Elementary School, Thurston Middle School and Laguna Beach High School. 2526 Riviera Drive is a 4-bed, 7-bath, 7,800 sqft single family home built in 2008.

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