Independent escrow company · Serving Newport Beach
Newport Beach Escrow Company — Real Estate Escrow Services in Newport Beach, CA
Newport Beach escrows often involve high-value coastal and waterfront property, from Balboa Island cottages to gated Newport Coast estates. Cloud Escrow handles Newport Beach purchases, sales and refinances from our office in neighboring Irvine.
- DFPI License #96DBO-80565
- 5.0★ Google rating
- Irvine office
- Independent
Real estate escrow services in Newport Beach
Why choose an independent escrow company in Newport Beach
- A neutral third party — not owned by a brokerage, lender, or builder.
- Licensed and examined by the DFPI, and a required member of the Escrow Agents' Fidelity Corporation (EAFC).
- Escrow is our only business.
Local escrow details for Newport Beach
- Bayfront homes with a private pier: the City of Newport Beach pier permit has to be transferred to the buyer. The City inspects the dock before approving the transfer, and buyer and seller signatures are due at close of escrow, so we track it with the agents from the start.
- Gated communities often have a master HOA and a sub-association, so we order demands and documents from both.
- Higher-value sales often involve jumbo loans, trust or LLC sellers, and 1031 exchanges; we coordinate with the lender, trustee or qualified intermediary.
Neighborhoods we serve: Balboa Island, Balboa Peninsula, Lido Isle, Corona del Mar, Newport Coast, Newport Heights, Dover Shores, Eastbluff
Recording: Orange County Clerk-Recorder
Newport Beach escrow fees
| Seller | $0.00 per $1,000 · $0.00 Base |
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| Buyer | $3.00 per $1,000 · $300 Base |
| Refinance | $550 Flat Rate · Flat escrow fee |
| Commercial | Custom quote |
Other closing costs and service fees may apply.
Orange County's documentary transfer tax is $1.10 per $1,000 of the sale price, and Newport Beach adds no city transfer tax.
Cloud Escrow reviews
"Outstanding job by Cloud Escrow. Handled difficult situations with experience and great effort. Angela was awesome from start to finish. And the pricing is as good as it gets. Thanks Angela!!! I will be back"
Dave W.
Google review
"Angela at Cloud Escrow was absolutely amazing throughout the entire transaction. She made the whole process feel smooth, seamless, and stress-free from start to finish. Her communication was always clear, prompt, and professional, keeping everyone informed every step of the way. Truly appreciate all her hard work and dedication in getting this deal closed successfully. Highly recommend working with Angela and the Cloud Escrow team!"
Gilbert G.
Google review
5.0★ on Google
An escrow company near Newport Beach
Our office is at 9205 Research Dr, Irvine, CA 92618 (Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM). Sign at our office, or we'll send a mobile notary to your home or office in Newport Beach. You can also open escrow online in under a minute.
Newport Beach escrow FAQ
How long does escrow take in Newport Beach?
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A standard purchase escrow usually closes in about 30 days, matching most California purchase contracts. Refinances typically take 21–30 days, and cash purchases can close in 10–14 days when title and disclosures are ready.
How do I choose the best escrow company in Newport Beach?
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Check that the company is licensed by the California DFPI (you can look up the license on the DFPI website), compare published fees, read recent client reviews, and ask who will actually handle your file and how fast they respond. Cloud Escrow publishes its fees, is DFPI-licensed (#96DBO-80565), and is rated 5.0★ on Google.
Is there an escrow company near me in Newport Beach?
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Cloud Escrow's office is at 9205 Research Dr in Irvine, and we handle escrows throughout Newport Beach. Most of the process happens online, and a mobile notary can meet you locally for signing.
Does a Newport Beach dock or pier transfer with the house?
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A private residential pier in Newport Harbor is covered by a City pier permit rather than owned outright. When the home sells, the permit is transferred to the buyer through the City, which inspects the pier first. Buyer and seller signatures on the transfer application are due at close of escrow.
Does Newport Beach charge a city transfer tax?
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No. Newport Beach sales pay only Orange County's documentary transfer tax of $1.10 per $1,000 of the sale price.
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