Daytime coastal aerial view of Newport Beach

BY PARIMAL ROHIT, Orange County Business Journal

Newport Beach CA January 27th, 2025 - Coastal Orange County has become a refuge for families seeking to flee the fires raging across Los Angeles County, with evacuees looking to rent or buy houses in Newport Beach and nearby beach communities.

More than 16,000 structures have been destroyed from a series of fast-moving wildfires that started Jan. 7 in Pacific Palisades, Altadena and Hollywood.

Those living in Pacific Palisades and Malibu were, according to local agents and realtors, attracted to Newport Beach because it offers those who lost homes in Western Los Angeles County as close a replacement as possible to their high-end residences near the coast.

Several local agents and realtors…

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Orchard Hills

Daytime aerial view of exterior front of home in Orchard Hills, Irvine California

Stunning. Breathtaking. Exceptional. Welcome to this dream residence in The Groves of Orchard Hills, resplendent at the enclave’s highest point. This exceptional estate offers commanding views of city lights and the breathtaking expanse of the Pacific Ocean stretching to Catalina Island.

Designed for those who seek perfection in every detail, the home combines modern upgrades with timeless design, blending beauty, functionality, and sustainability. The layout flows effortlessly beginning with a grand foyer that opens into a light-filled interior. Custom millwork adds warmth and character, from wall paneling to beautifully crafted floating shelves and bespoke built-ins, creating a sophisticated yet welcoming ambiance.

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43 Blue Heron in Shady Canyon

Daytime front exterior of Custom Estate in Shady Canyon City of Irvine, California

Chic and Glamorous Custom Estate

Chic and glamorous, this exquisite custom estate in Shady Canyon offers iconic craftsmanship in this modern Spanish Colonial-Style architecture. Situated on a corner lot, the home offers unparalleled quality and design sense for today’s living.

Living like a single level home with a recreational subterranean level, this outstanding residence is a perfect blend of bright cozy spaces and calming aesthetics with an outdoor focused approach. The generous steel windows and French doors connect every room – many on both sides- to one of the home's countless outdoor vignettes.

Upon entry through the stunning rotunda foyer, the home unfolds - each room with curated materials and…

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