Welcome to 428 E Bay Avenue, a quintessential coastal retreat ideally located just one home from the bay and two blocks from the ocean and boardwalk in the heart of the Balboa Peninsula, moments from the Balboa Pier, ferry, and Fun Zone. With timeless beach cottage charm and classic coastal appeal, this move-in ready residence offers an effortless blend of style and functionality, featuring a light-filled great room, open-concept kitchen, and powder bath on the main level, while upstairs three spacious bedrooms each enjoy ensuite bathrooms for ultimate comfort and privacy. The rooftop deck captures refreshing bay breezes, passing boats, and city lights into the evening—perfect for embracing the vibrant Peninsula lifestyle year-round—while a bonus room with an additional bathroom provides flexible space for guests, a home office, or secondary living area. Complete with a versatile garage for parking, storage, bikes, and beach essentials, this is a rare opportunity to own a turnkey home in one of Newport Beach’s most iconic and sought-after beachside locations.