Outstanding 3-bedroom plus office/flex room, 4-bath turnkey cottage close to town on Balboa Island, combining the charm of classic Island living with today’s modern amenities. The main home features a spacious front patio, dramatic two-story living room with vaulted ceilings, skylights, fireplace, custom woodwork, dining area, upgraded kitchen with high-end appliances, a downstairs bedroom, plus an office/flex room with space for additional sleeping area, full bath, and a private courtyard patio. The second level includes an impressive primary suite with vaulted ceilings, walk-in closet, bath, and a generous deck ideal for lounging, also connecting to the back unit. The fully separate apartment offers vaulted ceilings with skylights, abundant natural light, a large living area with fireplace, full kitchen, bedroom, walk-in closet, and bath. The back unit also benefits from a separate entrance for added convenience. Additional features include air conditioning in both units, laundry area with a beautiful three-quarter bath, and a two-car garage. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to own a truly special and reimagined Island home.
Listed by Ryan Gunderson
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License #01869795
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Arbor Real Estate
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ryan@arborrealestate.com
Last updated September 04, 2025
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Source: CRMLS #NP25196589
Listing Facts
TypeMulti-family
NeighborhoodBalboa Island
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms1
Days on Prevu3
Size1,890 sqft
Price per sqft$2,325
Amenities
Air Conditioning
Parking
Location
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Listing History
09/02/2025
Listed by Arbor Real Estate
$4,395,000
Property Details for 311 Amethyst Avenue
Association
Amenities
Community Features: Sidewalks
Exterior
Construction
Number Of Units Total: 2
Stories: 2
Stories Total: 2
Structure Type: Duplex
Year Built: 1956
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: 1
Measurements
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Lot Size Acres: 0.05
Lot Size Area: 2,550
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Size Square Feet: 2,550
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Financial
Taxes
Parcel Number: 05014225
Interior
Features
Fireplace Features: Guest Accommodations, Living Room
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Wood
Interior Features: Bedroom On Main Level
Measurements
Living Area: 1,890
Living Area Source: Estimated
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Rooms
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms Three Quarter: 3
Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
Bedrooms Total: 3
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Other
Features
Accessibility Features: Safe Emergency Egress From Home
Location
Subdivision Name: Balboa Island - Main Island (BALM)
Tax Block: 17
Tax Lot: 31
Parking
Parking
Attached Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Garage: Yes
Parking Total: 2
Schools
High School
High School District: Newport Mesa Unified
Utilities
Equipment
Cooling: Central Air
Has Cooling: Yes
Heating: Central
Has Heating: Yes
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
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