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Ritz Cove
A close look at Ritz Cove, the guard-gated oceanfront and ocean-view enclave next to Salt Creek Beach and the Ritz-Carlton in Dana Point.
Direct answer
Ritz Cove is a small guard-gated custom-home enclave in Dana Point, next to the Ritz-Carlton and Salt Creek Beach, with oceanfront and ocean-view homes and direct beach-path access.
Last updated 2026-07-06
Market snapshot
Ritz Cove mapped area market, by the numbers.
Figures cover MLS listings assigned to the mapped Ritz Cove area using subdivision names, streets, and listing locations. The map boundary is approximate and has not been verified as a tract boundary. These figures describe that mapped sample; they are not verified whole-neighborhood statistics. Ask Craig and Justin for the Ritz Cove read.
Single-family homes · 10 closed sales in the last 24 months. The sales window extends to 24 months because fewer than 8 sales were available in the shorter window. Medians require at least 8 listings with valid values; counts remain visible when the sample is smaller. Updated .
Median sale price
$10,073,750
Closed, last 24 months
Median days on market
126
MLS days on market, closed sales
Active listings
5
Currently on market
Median price / sq ft
$1,545
Closed sales
Homes sold (24 mo)
10
Closed, trailing 24 months
Sale-to-list ratio
90.3%
Median close vs list
Months of supply
12.0 mo
Inventory vs absorption
Median list price
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Active inventory
See the 10 sales behind these numbers
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Current Ritz Cove mapped area statistics from the California Regional MLS (CRMLS) via CoreLogic Trestle, refreshed automatically and deemed reliable but not guaranteed. For a precise, address-level read, ask Craig and Justin.
Figures reflect active and recently closed listings in Ritz Cove mapped area over the trailing 24 months, drawn from California Regional Multiple Listing Service data. They are market statistics, not appraisals, and not legal, tax, or financial advice. Ratowsky Group are licensed real estate professionals, not appraisers, lenders, attorneys, or tax advisors. Market conditions change, and a specific property can differ significantly from any median. Verify permits, association documents, insurance, and tenancy status for any specific property, and confirm valuation, financing, and tax questions with the appropriate licensed professional. For a read on a particular home, reach Craig Ratowsky at 714-318-5382 or Justin Ratowsky at 714-336-5682. Craig Ratowsky DRE #00608046, Justin Ratowsky DRE #02026158. Equal Housing Opportunity.
On the market
Homes for sale in Ritz Cove.
For sale Sold
$21,500,000
26 RITZ COVE
Listing Office: Realty ONE Group West
$16,950,000
71 Ritz Cove
Listing Office: Compass
$15,750,000
75 Ritz Cove Dr.
Listing Office: Plus Real Estate
$10,995,000
64 Ritz Cove
Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty
$9,925,000
96 Ritz Cove Drive
Listing Office: Plus Real Estate
Recent proof
Sold in Ritz Cove, last 6 months.
Homes are matched to the mapped Ritz Cove area by MLS subdivision, street and location, the same way as the market figures above. The neighborhood boundary is approximate.
The multiple listing data appearing on this website, or contained in reports produced therefrom, is owned and copyrighted by California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. (“CRMLS”) and is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Information provided is for viewer’s personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties the viewer may be interested in purchasing. All listing data, including but not limited to square footage and lot size, is believed to be accurate, but the listing Agent, listing Broker and CRMLS and its affiliates do not warrant or guarantee such accuracy. The viewer should independently verify the listed data prior to making any decisions based on such information by personal inspection and/or contacting a real estate professional. Properties may be listed by brokerages other than Ratowsky Group at Compass; each listing is attributed to its listing office. Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of 2026-10-04 07:40:27 PDT and/or other sources, delivered via CoreLogic Trestle. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. © 2026 CRMLS. Ratowsky Group at Compass. Craig Ratowsky DRE #00608046, Justin Ratowsky DRE #02026158. Compass is a licensed real estate broker (CA DRE #01991628). Equal Housing Opportunity.
Location
Where Ritz Cove is, and how to get there
Ritz Cove, Dana Point, California
Schools
Schools serving Ritz Cove.
Ritz Cove is served by the Capistrano Unified School District; the elementary and middle assignment vary by address (confirm with the district). Dana Hills is the high school.
High (9-12)
Dana Hills High School · Capistrano USD
GreatSchools 9-10/10
School attendance areas are assigned by address and change over time; larger areas and split zones span several schools, so confirm the current assignment for a specific address with the district. Ratings and scores come from GreatSchools and CAASPP and are not a representation of school quality.
Source: Capistrano Unified School District
Scores: GreatSchools ratings and CAASPP results, latest reported
What is Ritz Cove and where is it?
Ritz Cove is a guard-gated enclave of custom homes on the South Orange County coast, positioned next to the Ritz-Carlton resort and Salt Creek Beach in Dana Point. Homes here are a mix of oceanfront and ocean-view custom builds, and residents have direct access to the beach path that leads down to Salt Creek. It sits at the southern edge of the Monarch Beach area, so it shares the same coastline while keeping its own gated entry.
The draw is straightforward. You get a private, controlled-access setting a short distance from the sand, with the resort and coastal trail system right at the edge of the neighborhood. That combination of privacy and beach proximity is what sets this enclave apart from the surrounding parts of Dana Point.
- Guard-gated entry with custom, individually designed homes
- Oceanfront and ocean-view lots within the same enclave
- Direct beach-path access toward Salt Creek Beach
- Adjacent to the Ritz-Carlton and the Monarch Beach coastline in Orange County
What kinds of homes are in Ritz Cove?
Because Ritz Cove is a custom-home neighborhood rather than a tract development, the homes vary widely in age, architecture, and condition. You will find original builds sitting near fully rebuilt or extensively remodeled properties, so two houses on the same street can tell very different stories. Some sit directly on the bluff with unobstructed ocean frontage, while others are set back with elevated ocean views.
That variance is a feature and a diligence point at the same time. It means real character and no cookie-cutter feel, but it also means each property needs to be evaluated on its own. Justin and Craig Ratowsky read these homes one at a time rather than leaning on a single neighborhood comp.
Floor plans & models
Ritz Cove builder floor plans and models.
Ritz Cove is a guard-gated community of about 101 custom estate homes adjacent to the Ritz-Carlton, most built from the late 1990s onward.
Ritz Cove
Built by Custom estates (various) · 1990-2007+ · 101 homes · ~2,500-12,937 sq ft
Floor plan names and square footage reflect the builder's original specifications and can vary with additions, permitted remodels, and how a given source measured. Confirm the exact plan and square footage for any specific address against the tax record, title report, and an in-person measurement before relying on it.
Frequently asked
Ritz Cove, answers to the questions buyers and sellers ask first.
Is Ritz Cove gated?
Does Ritz Cove have beach access?
Is Ritz Cove in Dana Point or Laguna Niguel?
Are the homes in Ritz Cove oceanfront?
Does Ritz Cove have an HOA?
What should you check before buying a bluff-adjacent home in Ritz Cove?
How does Ritz Cove compare to Monarch Beach?
Sources & local citations
Where the verifiable claims on this page come from.
Qualitative claims framed as agent insight reflect Ratowsky Group’s direct experience working this market and are not represented as third-party verified data.
Your Huntington Beach real estate team
Craig and Justin Ratowsky.
Craig Ratowsky and Justin Ratowsky are equal partners at Ratowsky Group, principal agents with Compass, and founding members of the Compass Huntington Beach office. Craig has sold Huntington Beach real estate since 1977, bringing 49 years of pricing and negotiation experience. Justin is a third-generation California Realtor® focused on local guidance and modern marketing. Together, they bring 58+ years of combined experience.
Local brief
Thinking about Ritz Cove?
If you are weighing a move into Ritz Cove or elsewhere along the Dana Point coast, Craig and Justin Ratowsky can walk you through the homes, the HOA, and the bluff and beach-access details before you make any decisions. Reach out for a local, no-pressure conversation. For pricing, timing, or negotiation strategy, it is best to talk directly so they can look at the specifics with you. Craig Ratowsky, DRE #00608046. Justin Ratowsky, DRE #02026158. Ratowsky Group at Compass. This is general information, not tax or legal advice. Equal Housing Opportunity.