$1,848,000
5Beds5Baths3,376SqFt
71 Golf Ridge DriveRancho Santa Margarita, CA 92679Laurels
Sold
3 Snowdon sold on February 24, 2026 for $1,720,000, 4.4% below the $1,799,900 asking price after 110 days on the market; it was first listed at $1,950,000. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.
3 Snowdon, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92679
- 5 beds
- 4 baths
- 3,762 sq ft
- 5,001 sq ft lot
- Built 1989
$1,720,000
Subdivision Summit Crest
6 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $1,727,500
The home
About 3 Snowdon
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Tucked away in a quiet enclave of the prestigious guard-gated Dove Canyon community, this exceptional multi-generational residence offers unmatched versatility, luxury, and comfort. Beautifully remodeled, the home features a spacious, flexible layout highlighted by a ground-floor in-law suite (added in 2021) with its own living room and cozy fireplace, sliding French doors to the backyard oasis, a large bedroom with dual closets, a full ensuite with tub and shower, laundry closet, and a convenient kitchenette.
The chef’s gourmet kitchen is a true showpiece, boasting top-of-the-line finishes and appliances, including a stunning Tecnogas Superiore 6-burner range, wine refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, and KitchenAid refrigerator. The open-concept design flows seamlessly into the dining and living areas—ideal for both everyday living and entertaining.
Upstairs, the sizable primary suite impresses with abundant natural light, a large walk-in closet (added in 2021), and a spa-inspired bath with a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and dual vanities. A huge bonus room offers endless possibilities—media room, home office, playroom, or gym—while three additional generously sized bedrooms, including one with a charming hideaway loft, provide space for everyone. An additional upstairs laundry area adds convenience.
Step outside to your private backyard retreat, complete with a covered patio, outdoor fireplace, built-in BBQ with mini fridge, and a sparkling rock pool and spa with slide and waterfall—perfect for year-round enjoyment.
Residents of Dove Canyon enjoy exclusive amenities, including a pool, tennis courts, pickle ball courts, clubhouse, and access to Dove Canyon Golf Club. Surrounded by scenic trails and natural beauty, the community offers an unmatched lifestyle—within walking distance to Santa Margarita Catholic High School, minutes to the toll road, and close to top shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Property details for 3 Snowdon
This 5-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in the Summit Crest neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County. It offers 3,762 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1989. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 804-571-22. Highlights include mountain views, a private pool and spa, a fireplace, a guard-gated community, an attached three-car garage, and a 5,001-square-foot lot. The detail sections on this page cover interior and exterior features, estimated taxes, HOA dues where they apply, and the map location.
Specifications
Home Details
At a glance
- Price
- $1,720,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 3,762 sqft
- Total Baths
- 4
- Full Baths
- 3
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 5,001 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1989
- MLS® Number
- OC25192282
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $320 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- N/A
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC25192282
- Year Built
- 1989
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 3,762
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 5,000
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1148
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full Baths
- 3
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Parking Spaces
- 3
- View
- Mountains
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $320
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Dove Canyon Master
- Parcel Number
- 80457122
- On Market Date
- 2025-09-12
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, In Law Floorplan, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Bedroom On Main Level, Entrance Foyer, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Built In Range, Barbecue, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Fireplaces
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Gas Starter, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Outside
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room, See Remarks, Upper Level
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Blinds, Custom Coverings, Screens
- Doors
- French Doors, Mirrored Closet Doors, Sliding Doors
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Craftsman, Traditional
- Exterior Features
- Barbecue
- Construction
- Wood Siding
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Cul De Sac, Street Level
- Patio and Porch
- Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Stone
- Parking
- Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Pool Features
- Community, In Ground, Private, Salt Water, Association
- Spa
- Association, In Ground, Private
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Summit Crest (DSC)
- Community Features
- Biking, Golf, Park, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Gated, Pool
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Controlled Access, Sport Court, Other Courts, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Racquetball, Guard, Spa Hot Tub, Security
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Gated With Guard, Gated Community, Gated With Attendant, Twenty Four Hour Security, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 3 Snowdon
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 24, 2026 | Sold | $1,720,000 | |
| Sep 12, 2025 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000 |
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The neighborhood
About Rancho Santa Margarita
Rancho Santa Margarita is a master-planned Orange County community in the foothills of the Santa Ana Mountains, bordered to the east by the Cleveland National Forest and centered on the man-made Lago Santa Margarita. Adjacent O'Neill Regional Park spans thousands of acres of oak-shaded canyon habitat, and the city is served by the Saddleback Valley Unified and Capistrano Unified school districts.
Summit Crest home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 6
- Median price
- $1,727,500
- Median days on market
- 63
- Median per sq ft
- $586
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Sep 26, 2025 to Sep 26, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Summit Crest sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Summitcrest | Aug 18, 2026 | $1,800,000 | 3,358 | $536 | 35 |
| 1 Saint Elias | Jul 20, 2026 | $1,735,000 | 3,000 | $578 | 83 |
| 5 Blackburn | May 11, 2026 | $1,700,000 | 2,008 | $847 | 3 |
| 3 Snowdon | Feb 24, 2026 | $1,720,000 | 3,762 | $457 | 110 |
| 65 Summitcrest | Nov 21, 2025 | $1,475,000 | 2,487 | $593 | 64 |
Schools
Schools for 3 Snowdon
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Robinson
- Middle
- Rancho Santa Margarita
- High
- Mission Viejo
- District
- Saddleback Valley Unified
Living in Rancho Santa Margarita covers its schools, parks and beaches.
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Listing information updated Feb 26, 2026 at 8:56 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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