"Spyglass Hill was the first of the planned communities that emerged in Newport Beach. Originally owned by the Irvine family, the land was developed under the auspices of the Irvine Co. Spyglass Hill was built in the early 1970s by the Lusk Co., and the last tract was completed in 1972."
"Spyglass is subdivided into estate-size lots; there are no condominiums. The homes are expensive, but each is 'unlike any other.' Houses cost at least $500,000 and run as high as several mil[lion]."
"Streets simply fold into one another and unravel gently as they wind down the hill. Goleta Point leads into Drake's Bay Drive, which leads into Montecito. Houses atop Spyglass Hill are built at two or three levels, with the top of the hill on Rocky Point Road harboring the most handsome."
Spyglass Hill, Newport Beach's first planned community, was developed by the Irvine Co. and built by the Lusk Co. in the early 1970s, with completion in 1972. The neighborhood features winding streets that interconnect, such as Goleta Point, Drake's Bay Drive, and Montecito, creating a confusing layout for newcomers. Houses are built at multiple levels with the most prestigious properties atop Rocky Point Road. The community consists exclusively of custom estate-size lots with no condominiums, featuring expensive homes starting at $500,000. Residents maintain lush lawns and manicured landscapes with professional gardeners. Nearby amenities include San Miguel Park, Harbor Hills gated community, and the Gerber Children's Center. Spyglass Hill was followed by other planned communities like Seaview in 1976 and Harbor Ridge in 1977.
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