Monarch Bay, California coastal real estate

Guard-Gated Oceanfront

Monarch Bay

5

Homes for Sale

$11,995,000

Single-Family Median List Price

–

Condo & Townhome Median List Price

$2,847

Price per Sq Ft

45

Avg. Days on Market

–

Avg. Sold Price (90 Days)

Active listings in Monarch Bay as of , per CRMLS. A dash means too few listings or sales to publish a meaningful figure. Updated daily.

Current Listings

Homes for Sale in Monarch Bay

The 5 highest-priced homes on the market now, updated from CRMLS throughout the day.

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Listings provided by CRMLS. “Listed by” identifies the listing agent and brokerage; Kyle Shutts and Arbor Real Estate are the advertising broker unless otherwise noted. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be independently verified. Inquiries are answered by Kyle Shutts, Arbor Real Estate.

At a Glance

Monarch Bay Facts

Location
Dana Point, California
Homes
About 214
Access
Guard-gated, 24 hours
Beach
Monarch Bay Beach Club
School district
Capistrano Unified
Typical sold price
$10.7 million to $15 million
Typical home size
3,500 sq ft
Typical lot size
11,305 sq ft
Homes built
1960s to 2020s
HOA dues
Most homes have none
Homes sold, last 12 months
8

Home figures from CRMLS sales and listings as of .

Market Trends

Monarch Bay Market Report

Homes sold in Monarch Bay over the last 12 months, from CRMLS closed sales as of . Updated daily.

8

Homes Sold, 12 Months

$12,825,000

Median Sold Price

$3,427

Median Price per Sq Ft

57

Avg. Days on Market

96.8%

Sale-to-List Price

+64.0%

Median Price vs Prior Year

Recently Sold

Recent Sales in Monarch Bay

AddressSold priceListing creditBeds / BathsSq ftSold
165 Monarch Bay Drive$13,300,000Listed by Bryan Gerlach, Engel & Voelkers Dana Point4 / 53,662Oct 16, 2026
20 Monarch Bay$12,400,000Listed by Kevin Aaronson, Keller Williams Realty4 / 43,849Sep 18, 2026
416 Monarch Bay$12,195,000Listed by Roderic Stadelmann, Compass3 / 52,720Aug 25, 2026
92 Monarch Bay$13,250,000Listed by Doug Krone, Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty5 / 63,358Jul 7, 2026
31 Monarch Bay Drive$17,500,000Listed by Andy Stavros, DOUGLAS ELLIMAN OF CALIFORNIA, INC.4 / 56,284Jun 4, 2026
24 Monarch Bay Drive$9,820,000Listed by Nura Motal, Douglas Elliman of California3 / 43,262Apr 21, 2026
17 Monarch Bay$11,085,000Listed by Bryan Gerlach, Engel & Voelkers Dana Point4 / 43,500Apr 10, 2026
117 Monarch Bay$13,925,000Listed by Ryan Immel, Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty4 / 53,500Mar 3, 2026

Sold listings provided by CRMLS. “Listed by” identifies the listing agent and listing brokerage. Kyle Shutts and Arbor Real Estate are the advertising broker unless otherwise noted. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

About Monarch Bay

Monarch Bay is a guard-gated oceanfront community of about 214 homes in the Monarch Beach area of Dana Point, near Salt Creek Beach. Residents have access to the private Monarch Bay Beach Club.

Housing Stock

Most homes were built in the 1960s, and many have been remodeled or replaced with newer custom homes. Lots commonly run 12,000 to 14,000 square feet, and oceanfront and ocean-view lots form the top of the market.

Lifestyle & Amenities

The Monarch Bay Beach Club offers beach chairs, umbrellas, towels and food service. Salt Creek Beach, the Waldorf Astoria, the Ritz-Carlton and Dana Point Harbor are close by.

Neighborhoods & Enclaves

Oceanfront

Homes on the bluff above the water.

Ocean-View

Homes inside the gate with ocean views.

Rebuilds

Newer custom homes that set the top of the market.

What Sets the Market Apart

  • Oceanfront lots trade largely on land value.
  • Original 1960s homes often trade as rebuild opportunities.
  • Confirm whether a home's land is owned outright, since the community began on leased land.

Where It Is

Map of Monarch Bay

For sale Sold in the last 12 months

Streets in Monarch Bay

Streets with a home sold or listed here in the last two years.

  • Monarch Bay
  • Monarch Bay Drive

Questions

Monarch Bay FAQ

What is the median home price in Monarch Bay?

Over the last 12 months, the median sold price for homes in Monarch Bay was $12,825,000, across 8 sales, or about $3,427 per square foot. Single-family homes listed for sale now have a median asking price of $11,995,000. Figures are from CRMLS as of 2026-11-12.

How long do homes take to sell in Monarch Bay?

Homes that sold in Monarch Bay over the last 12 months spent an average of 57 days on the market. The median home sold for 96.8% of its final list price.

Do homes in Monarch Bay have HOA dues?

Most homes in Monarch Bay do not report HOA dues in recent sales and listings.

Is the land in Monarch Bay leased?

The community was originally built on leased land, and owners were later offered the chance to buy the land under their homes. Confirm whether a specific home's land is owned or leased before writing an offer.

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