TRULY UNOBSTRUCTED, FRONT-ROW VIEWS of the ocean, Catalina Island, Newport Harbor, and city lights - visible from every window. Perched in a premier front-row location within the gated Villa Balboa community, this residence captures SWEEPING COASTAL PANORAMAS that are rarely available for lease. Currently being thoughtfully refreshed, the home will feature a clean, updated look with improvements designed to enhance both comfort and presentation. The kitchen and bathrooms will offer a refreshed, well-maintained feel, complemented by updated appliances and carefully selected finishes throughout. A built-in wine refrigerator adds a refined touch, supporting the lifestyle this home naturally delivers. This light-filled 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence features a single-level, open layout designed to maximize the views, with EXPANSIVE WINDOWS spanning the living, dining, and bedroom spaces. The natural flow between these areas creates an inviting and elevated living experience - ideal for both relaxed everyday living and effortless entertaining. Additional features include an in-unit washer and dryer, gated subterranean parking with dedicated storage, and convenient elevator access from the garage to the residence level - providing ease of living without the need for stairs. The home's quiet, elevated second-floor location offers both privacy and security. Villa Balboa is a true RESORT-STYLE COASTAL COMMUNITY, offering a collection of amenities designed to enhance everyday living. Residents enjoy a resort-inspired pool and spa, a state-of-the-art fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, and a private clubhouse. An additional ocean-view entertaining space overlooking the pool provides the perfect setting for private gatherings, complete with a bar and prep kitchen. A separate corporate conference room offers a refined, private setting for meetings or work-from-home flexibility - bringing together convenience, lifestyle, and coastal sophistication in one exceptional offering.