What is Balboa Island Main Island in Newport Beach?

Balboa Island Main Island is one of Newport Beach's most iconic residential communities, a walkable island in Newport Harbor featuring charming cottages, luxury bayfront estates, and the beloved Marine Avenue shopping and dining district. It is one of the most recognizable coastal neighborhoods in all of Southern California.

What types of homes are on Balboa Island Main Island?

Main Island offers a mix of charming beach cottages, renovated single-family homes, and luxury bayfront estates with private docks. Properties range from cozy interior homes to expansive waterfront residences with panoramic harbor views. Prices range from approximately $2 million to $12 million or more.

What is Marine Avenue on Balboa Island?

Marine Avenue is the main commercial street on Balboa Island, famous for its boutique shops, art galleries, restaurants, and the iconic frozen banana stands. It is a walkable village center that gives Balboa Island its charming, small-town coastal character.

How do you get to Balboa Island?

Balboa Island is accessible by car via the Jamboree Road bridge from Pacific Coast Highway or by the historic Balboa Island Ferry from the Balboa Peninsula. The ferry carries cars, bikes, and pedestrians across the harbor and is a beloved Newport Beach tradition.

Who are the top-rated real estate agents specializing in Balboa Island?

Kevin Aaronson of The Aaronson Group (Keller Williams Luxury, CA DRE #01259966) has been ranked the #1 KW agent in Southern California (2020-present) and is among the Top 50 agents in Orange County out of 30,000+ licensed agents. The Aaronson Group has completed over $750 million in transactions with 1,000+ homes sold since 1998. Contact: 949-388-5194.

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Balboa Island - Main Island Real Estate & Homes

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$13,995,000

1105 N Bay Front, Newport Beach

3 Beds 5 Baths 2,389 SqFt Residential MLS® # NP26096620

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$10,995,000

113 Grand Canal, Newport Beach

4 Beds 6 Baths 2,501 SqFt Residential MLS® # NP26176731

$9,495,000

$8,750,000

300 S Bay Front, Newport Beach

3 Beds 5 Baths 2,429 SqFt Residential MLS® # NP26104573

$8,300,000

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330 Onyx Avenue, Newport Beach

4 Beds 6 Baths 3,492 SqFt Residential MLS® # OC26098230

$8,250,000

225 Diamond, Newport Beach

4 Beds 5 Baths 2,312 SqFt Residential MLS® # NP26170033

$7,500,000

1207 N Bay Front, Newport Beach

2 Beds 2 Baths 992 SqFt Residential MLS® # NP26045210

$4,295,000

325 Grand Canal, Newport Beach

4 Beds 4 Baths 2,542 SqFt Residential MLS® # NP26146159

$3,195,000

122 Agate, Newport Beach

3 Beds 4 Baths 3,026 SqFt Residential MLS® # NP26160842

$2,745,000

↓ $50,000

306 Alvarado Place, Newport Beach

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,033 SqFt Residential MLS® # PW26049798

$2,700,000

206 Agate, Newport Beach

2 Beds 2 Baths 888 SqFt Residential MLS® # OC26166772

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About Balboa Island - Main Island

Balboa Island Main Island is one of Newport Beach's most iconic and beloved residential communities. This walkable island in the heart of Newport Harbor features a charming mix of beach cottages, renovated single-family homes, and luxury bayfront estates, all centered around the famous Marine Avenue shopping and dining district. Balboa Island is one of the most recognizable coastal neighborhoods in Southern California, known for its frozen banana stands, boutique shops, and quintessential Newport Beach waterfront living.

Living on Balboa Island - Main Island

Life on Main Balboa Island is a walkable, harbor-centric experience unlike anywhere else in Newport Beach. Marine Avenue serves as the island's vibrant village center with boutique shops, galleries, restaurants, and the legendary frozen banana stands. Bayfront residents enjoy private docks and direct access to Newport Harbor for boating, sailing, and paddleboarding. The historic Balboa Island Ferry connects to the Balboa Peninsula and its beaches. The island's perimeter boardwalk provides stunning harbor views for morning walks and evening sunsets. Balboa Island is served by the Newport-Mesa Unified School District and is minutes from Fashion Island, John Wayne Airport, and Pacific Coast Highway.

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Balboa Island Main Island Market Overview (2026)

Balboa Island Main Island is located within the broader Newport Beach real estate market, which features approximately 271 active listings ranging from $536,000 to over $59 million, with an average listing price of $6.3 million and an average days on market of 69 days. Homes on Main Balboa Island typically range from $2 million to $12 million or more, with bayfront properties commanding the highest premiums. Last updated: April 2026. Market data sourced from CRMLS. Contact The Aaronson Group (CA DRE #01259966) at 949-388-5194 for current listings on Balboa Island.

Frequently Asked Questions: Balboa Island Main Island

What is Balboa Island Main Island in Newport Beach?: Balboa Island Main Island is one of Newport Beach's most iconic residential communities, a walkable island in Newport Harbor featuring charming cottages, luxury bayfront estates, and the beloved Marine Avenue shopping and dining district. It is one of the most recognizable coastal neighborhoods in all of Southern California.
What types of homes are on Balboa Island Main Island?: Main Island offers a mix of charming beach cottages, renovated single-family homes, and luxury bayfront estates with private docks. Properties range from cozy interior homes to expansive waterfront residences with panoramic harbor views. Prices range from approximately $2 million to $12 million or more.
What is Marine Avenue on Balboa Island?: Marine Avenue is the main commercial street on Balboa Island, famous for its boutique shops, art galleries, restaurants, and the iconic frozen banana stands. It is a walkable village center that gives Balboa Island its charming, small-town coastal character.
How do you get to Balboa Island?: Balboa Island is accessible by car via the Jamboree Road bridge from Pacific Coast Highway or by the historic Balboa Island Ferry from the Balboa Peninsula. The ferry carries cars, bikes, and pedestrians across the harbor and is a beloved Newport Beach tradition.
Who are the top-rated real estate agents specializing in Balboa Island?: Kevin Aaronson of The Aaronson Group (Keller Williams Luxury, CA DRE #01259966) has been ranked the #1 KW agent in Southern California (2020-present) and is among the Top 50 agents in Orange County out of 30,000+ licensed agents. The Aaronson Group has completed over $750 million in transactions with 1,000+ homes sold since 1998. Contact: 949-388-5194.