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96 Ritz Cove Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629

$9.93M5bd · 8ba · 7,200 sqft
Lot 16,379 sqft•HOA $990/mo•Single Family Residence•
Active
•44d on market•MLS# OC-26202419

Property Description

Discover a luxurious sanctuary where ocean views and bespoke appointments unite behind the guarded entry gates of Dana Point's exclusive Ritz Cove enclave. Located at the end of a serene cul-de-sac, this custom estate redefines coastal living with rich European-influenced architecture, magnificent craftsmanship and exceptional privacy. Crowned by a rooftop deck with panoramic Pacific Ocean, Catalina, sunset, coast and city-light views, the impeccably maintained residence is embraced by an exquisite homesite extending nearly 16,739 square feet. Indoors, the opulent villa reveals a stunning double-height rotunda entry with domed ceiling, glass and wrought-iron entry doors, clerestory windows, and a sweeping circular staircase with custom wrought-iron railing. Entertain formally in a fireplace-warmed living room and spacious formal dining room, or host casual affairs in a great room with fireplace, custom built-ins and an impressive walk-behind wet bar. A breakfast room and lounge with a dumbwaiter that goes to the rooftop deck and secondary spiral staircase opens to a chef-caliber kitchen with custom white cabinetry, large island, built-in coffee station, 48" Sub-Zero refrigerator, and six-burner Viking range with pot filler. Approximately 7,200 square feet, the expansive estate showcases a variety of stunning marble stonework, including Marmot Belgia Calacatta in the kitchen and Crema Marfil flooring. Five ensuite bedrooms and eight baths include a main-level suite with private patio and second-floor suites with balconies and walk-in closets. The sumptuous primary suite features two walk-in closets with custom boutique-style cabinetry. The primary suite is further embellished with a sunny balcony, sitting area, two fireplaces, a coffee bar with sink and refrigerator, three vanities, a freestanding soaking tub and multi-head steam shower. Enjoy an upstairs bonus room, custom home theater, an office, large laundry room with dual washer and dryer sets, and an attached three-car garage with abundant storage. Manicured landscaping complements grounds that display a resort-style pool with spa and fountains, an outdoor kitchen with new Hestan grill, a recently planted 20-year-old olive tree, and a long, gated driveway. Ritz Cove offers direct private access to Salt Creek Beach and is moments from The Ritz-Carlton, Monarch Beach Golf Links, top private and public schools, Dana Point Harbor, and shopping and dining in the Lantern District.

Features & Amenities

FeeBuilt 2009

Property Details

Land Type
Fee
Year Built
2009
Property Type
Residential
Property Subtype
Single Family Residence
Parking Spaces
6
Garage Spaces
3
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
View
Ocean
City
Dana Point
Zip Code
92629
County
Orange
Listed byPlus Real Estate, Arlen Raubach

Mortgage Calculator

Current Rates

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Monthly Payment
$50,186.20
Principal & Interest
Loan Amount
$7,940,000
Total Interest
$10,127,032
Total Payment Over 30 Years
$18,067,032
This calculator provides estimates only. Actual mortgage payments may include taxes, insurance, HOA fees, and PMI. Contact a lender for accurate quotes.

Comparative Market Analysis

Luxury Tier · 5 active · 5 closed

96 Ritz Cove Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629

Dana Point · Single Family Residence

$9.93M
Luxury Tier
Beds
5
Baths
8
Sqft
7,200
Lot
16,379 sqft
Year
2009
$/Sqft
$1378
Pool: Yes✓
Spa: Yes✓
View: water✓
Garage: 3-car✓

Listed 10.3% above the median closed sale of $9,000,000. Price per sqft ($1,378) is a 37% discount to closed comps ($2,182). Closed comps sold at 95% of list — buyers have negotiating leverage. Expect a longer timeline — comps averaged 203 days on market. Luxury tier — fewer comparable sales widen the confidence range.

Price Position

Positioned above the market — commands a premium.

Premium
Subject listed at $9.93M· $1,378/sqft
Total list price
Closed comps
vs closed median $9.00M
+$925K (+10.3%)
Active comps
vs active median $10.50M
−$575K (−5.5%)
Price per sqft
Closed compsinsufficient comp data
Active comps
vs active avg $/sqft $2,184
−$806 (−36.9%)

Active Properties (5)

Active Comparables

AddressCityYearBDBTHSqFtLotSzLP/SqFtLPDIMScore
64 Ritz CoveDana Point2001455,3957,920$2,038$10.99M4563
32572 BalearicDana Point2010454,48522,964$2,341$10.50M3462
22842 Seaway DriveLaguna Niguel1999466,47611,375$1,660$10.75M25062
23012 Bering Sea DriveDana Point1973463,32911,000$2,552$8.49M1558
22812 Seaway DriveLaguna Niguel1997554,28911,250$2,329$9.99M4758
Total: 5 · Average4.25.44,794.812,901.8$2,184$10.15M78.2
Median4,485$10.50M

Closed Properties (5)

Closed Comparables

AddressCityYearDateBDBTHSqFtLotSzLPSPSP/SqFtSP/LPDIMScore
70 Ritz Cove DriveDana Point198911/07/2025455,7089,000$9.50M$9.00M$1,5770.9529778
101 Ritz Cove DriveDana Point199908/17/2026565,34715,300$9.88M$9.30M$1,7390.943778
24 Monarch Bay DriveDana Point196504/21/2026343,26211,305$10.49M$9.82M$3,0100.9412452
31995 Coast Hwy.Laguna Beach198007/21/2026674,10012,632$8.99M$8.80M$2,1460.9850445
98 S La Senda DrLaguna Beach193801/13/2026343,4888,712$8.99M$8.50M$2,4370.945244
Total: 5 · Average4.25.24,38111,389.8$9.08M$9.08M$2,181.8—202.8
Median4,100$9.00M$9.00M

Market Analysis

List vs Sale $/SqFt

Sale Price Trend

Days on Market

Sale vs List Price

AI-generated CMA

This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.