Welcome to Corona del Mar
Refined coastal living in Newport Beach’s Crown of the Sea.
Corona del Mar is an affluent oceanfront community within the city of Newport Beach. Often abbreviated to CdM, the community stretches from sandy Pacific Ocean beachfront to the foothills of the San Joaquin Hills. The Pacific Coast Highway cuts through CdM a few blocks back from the beach. Running from San Francisco in the north to Los Angeles in the south, the highway makes it easy to access California’s premier coastal hotspots and major metropolises.
Corona del Mar’s development began in the early 20th century, and much of its real estate consists of mid-century single-family homes. Properties along the oceanfront tend to be newer, with spectacular glass-fronted contemporary architecture blending in with coastal bluffs and providing breathtaking views. CdM also features distinctive and exclusive neighborhoods such as the elevated Spyglass Hill to the north and gated communities including Campanilla close to the beach.
What to Love
- Gorgeous scenery
- Diverse real estate
- CdM State Beach
- Great restaurants
People & Lifestyle
Corona del Mar is a community combining sophistication with laid-back Californian beach town cool. The wonderful ocean scenery is a major attraction, and the way its quiet residential streets gradually rise into the San Joaquin Hills means many properties enjoy mesmerizing views. Upscale shopping and dining options are plentiful. CdM also has great public schools and large expanses of unspoiled natural space.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
The Village area of Corona del Mar is home to a wide range of specialty retailers and restaurants, many of which offer patio dining with exceptional ocean views. CdM fine dining highlights include elegant Italian eats at Il Fornaio, classic Californian cuisine at Jake’s, superior surf ‘n’ turf at Pacifica, and delectable seafood dishes at Poseidon. Roger’s Gardens is the perfect place to pick up a vast array of plants and garden equipment, with seminars and workshops led by expert horticulturists. Farmhouse at Roger’s Gardens serves delectable farm-fresh food and excellent drinks that have earned it plaudits including Golden Foodie awards for best cocktail and chef of the year. Opentable consistently ranks Farmhouse among the United States’ most scenic restaurants and best al fresco dining experiences. Corona del Mar Plaza has an excellent variety of stores and restaurants, including Bristol Farms gourmet grocery market, fresh seafood at Gulfstream and Tommy Bahama’s, and specialist kitchen equipment and cooking classes at Sur La Table.
Things to Do
Corona del Mar State Beach is the centerpiece of life in CdM. This glorious, half-mile-long sandy stretch is framed by dramatic cliffs and the rock jetty at Newport Harbor, which acts to protect it from tidal swells and makes it a great place to swim. Crystal Cove State Park spans 2,400 acres of gorgeous coastal landscape, including more than three miles of sandy beachfront. Sherman Library is surrounded by over two acres of beautiful botanical gardens, including a Rose Garden, Fern Grotto, and Japanese Garden.
Schools
Corona del Mar is zoned to the Newport-Mesa Unified School District. Highlights include:
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Harbor View Elementary, Public, K-6
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Abraham Lincoln Elementary, Public, K-6
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Newport Academy Day School, Private (Nonsectarian), 9-12
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