
Sold
21861 Caminito Drive sold on January 13, 2026 for $1,475,000, 0.3% below the $1,479,000 asking price after 95 days on the market, including an earlier listing. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.

21861 Caminito Drive, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92679
- 4 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,361 sq ft
- 5,998 sq ft lot
- Built 1989
Subdivision Brighton Glen
6 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $1,592,500
The home
About 21861 Caminito Drive
Tucked away on a private cul-de-sac in the prestigious guard-gated community of Rancho Cielo, this beautifully remodeled Brighton Glen home is where style, comfort, and serenity meet. From the moment you step through the door, you're greeted by soaring ceilings and streams of natural light across the living and dining room. Shutters frame each window, a cozy fireplace invites you to unwind, and the elegant dining space features a ceiling fan with light—perfect for gatherings. At the heart of the home lies a kitchen that’s as functional as it is breathtaking. Thoughtfully redesigned, featuring crisp white shaker cabinets, luxurious quartz countertops, a charming farmhouse sink, and a spacious center island—perfect for gathering with friends or prepping a quiet dinner. Recessed lighting sets the mood, while built-in appliances add a sleek, modern touch. The kitchen opens seamlessly into the inviting family room, where tile flooring, elegant shutters, and a custom coffee bar with matching quartz counters and generous storage create a space made for connection and comfort. Downstairs also features a chic half bath with an Italian glass custom mirror and a well-designed laundry room with built-in cabinetry. Upstairs, you'll find three spacious secondary bedrooms, each with vaulted ceilings, luxury vinyl flooring, shutters, ceiling fans with lights, and mirrored sliding closet doors. The upgraded secondary bathroom boasts a double-sink vanity with white shaker cabinets, custom hardware, recessed lighting, tile floors, a tub/shower combo, and an Italian glass custom mirror. The primary suite is a true retreat—spacious and serene with soaring ceilings, luxury vinyl flooring, a mirrored closet and shutters that open to your private balcony. The ensuite bathroom features a double vanity with white cabinetry, a walk-in shower with stone flooring and a built-in bench, and a walk-in closet. Step outside into your private oasis. The sparkling pool and spa are securely gated, with ample room for lounge chairs or an outdoor dining set. Enjoy year-round relaxation under the covered patio or play on the grassy area—there’s room for it all. Beyond your front door, Rancho Cielo offers resort-style amenities: a community pool and spa with lounging areas, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball, a playground, lush greenbelts, and scenic walking trails. This isn’t just a home—it’s a lifestyle.
Property details for 21861 Caminito Drive
This 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Brighton Glen neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County. It offers 2,361 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1989. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 833-511-35. Highlights include hill and mountain views, a private pool and spa, a fireplace, a guard-gated community, an attached three-car garage, and a 5,998-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
- $1,475,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 2,361 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 5,998 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1989
- MLS® Number
- OC25268367
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $350 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC25268367
- Year Built
- 1989
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,361
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 6,000
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1377
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Parking Spaces
- 3
- View
- Hills, Mountains, Neighborhood
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $350
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Rancho Cielo Homeowners Ass.
- Parcel Number
- 83351135
- On Market Date
- 2025-12-03
- Zoning
- R1
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Wet Bar, Built In Features, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Separate Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Two Story Ceilings, Unfurnished, All Bedrooms Up, Entrance Foyer, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Built In Range, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Range Hood, Water Softener, Vented Exhaust Fan
- Flooring
- Tile, Vinyl
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air, Whole House Fan
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Living Room
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Closet
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Plantation Shutters, Screens
- Doors
- Mirrored Closet Doors, Sliding Doors
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Barbecue, Lighting, Fire Pit
- Roof
- Spanish Tile
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Cul De Sac, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Near Park, Sprinkler System, Street Level, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Brick, Concrete, Covered, Wrap Around
- Parking
- Concrete, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage
- Fencing
- Block, Stucco Wall, Vinyl, Wrought Iron
- Pool Features
- Community, Fenced, Private, Association
- Spa
- Association, Community, Private
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Brighton Glen (BG)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Gutters, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Gated, Park, Pool
- Association Amenities
- Controlled Access, Sport Court, Outdoor Cooking Area, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Security Gate, Gated Community, Gated With Attendant, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 21861 Caminito Drive
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 13, 2026 | Sold | $1,475,000 | |
| Dec 3, 2025 | Relisted | $1,479,000 |
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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.
Brighton Glen home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 6
- Median price
- $1,592,500
- Median days on market
- 28
- Median per sq ft
- $587
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 Brighton Glen sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31786 Via Del Viento | Sep 21, 2026 | $1,670,000 | 2,583 | $647 | 1 |
| 32031 Lomita | Aug 28, 2026 | $1,676,000 | 2,810 | $596 | 41 |
| 21842 Las Nubes | Jul 28, 2026 | $1,625,000 | 2,810 | $578 | 37 |
| 21865 Delicia | Jun 9, 2026 | $1,510,000 | 2,811 | $537 | 34 |
| 21861 Caminito Drive | Jan 13, 2026 | $1,475,000 | 2,361 | $625 | 11 |
Schools
Schools for 21861 Caminito Drive
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
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Listed by Cesi Pagano of Keller Williams Realty
Listing information updated Jan 13, 2026 at 1:23 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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