Gary Matthews Jr. Looks to Sell Newport Beach Home For $19 Million
Former Major League Baseball outfielder Gary Matthews Jr. is looking to sell his custom-built harbor-view home for $19 million.
In 2010, Matthews, who played for teams including the Los Angeles Angels, Texas Rangers, and New York Mets, purchased a vacant lot in Newport Beach’s Irvine Terrace neighborhood for $3 million.
He then enlisted architect Carlton Graham, Steve Davidson Construction, and Tom Waters to create a contemporary residence that was completed in 2014.
The home they built is a two-story residence with views of Newport Harbor, Balboa Island, the Pacific Ocean, and Catalina Island.
Property Highlights
Price: $19 Million
Location: Corona Del Mar, Newport Beach, California
Size: 6,232 square feet
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 7
Notable Features: Newport Harbor views, infinity-edge pool, temperature-controlled wine cellar, media lounge, glass-enclosed office, heated primary suite terrace, outdoor kitchen
First Look Inside Matthews Home
Stepping inside Matthews’ home, floor-to-ceiling glass walls line the main living spaces, allowing the scenery of passing yachts, sunsets, and sparkling evening lights to fill the interiors.
The great room flows into a formal dining area before opening to a chef’s kitchen finished with white oak ceilings, limestone accents, a large center island, and premium appliances.
Privately placed on the main level, the primary suite opens to a heated terrace stretching across the width of the home and includes a built-in barbecue bar overlooking the harbor.
Downstairs, the home shifts into entertainment mode with a spacious lounge and media room, full wet bar, glass-enclosed office, and a temperature-controlled wine cellar complete with a full-size beverage refrigerator.
From the lower level, accordion glass doors open directly onto the outdoor terrace featuring an infinity-edge pool, elevated spa, and a fully equipped outdoor kitchen with a professional-grade grill.
Full Video Tour
For a more in-depth look at how the home flows from one room to the next, watch the video tour from listing agent Casey Lesher.
The video also offers a better look at just how great of a location this property has with close proximity to the harbor and Newport Coast.
At Home With Gary
Since the home was completed in 2014, it has been the backdrop for more than a decade of family life for Matthews.
His Instagram offers a glimpse into those everyday moments, showing how the home was lived in beyond the listing photos.
Appreciating Friends in The Great Room
In a post showcasing the home’s great room, where the living room, dining area, and kitchen come together, Matthews takes a moment to recognize his close friend and the builder who helped bring the home to life.
ESPN on The TV
Another glimpse of the living room appears in this post, where the fireplace is lit, the television is tuned to ESPN, and the network surprises Gary with an on-air anniversary message, offering another look at how the family enjoyed the space day to day.
Outdoor Milestones
Lastly, a more sentimental post captures Matthews’ daughter smiling in a corner of the outdoor space on the first day of her senior year, a reminder that the home was just as much about family milestones as its impressive design.
Final Thoughts
Gary Matthews Jr.’s Newport Beach estate is no stranger to the market. After first listing the property for nearly $22 million last year, he ultimately pulled it before recently returning with a revised price, giving buyers another opportunity to own one of Corona del Mar’s most distinctive custom homes.
While Matthews hasn’t publicly shared what prompted the renewed listing, the home remains a showcase of the vision he spent years bringing to life.
Therefore, for its next owner, the listing offers a chance to step into a thoughtfully designed coastal estate with panoramic harbor views in one of Southern California’s most coveted neighborhoods.
