
Sold
16 Wildemere sold on May 22, 2026 for $1,256,000, 1.5% below the $1,275,000 asking price after 8 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.

16 Wildemere, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,600 sq ft
- 5,110 sq ft lot
- Built 1996
Subdivision Greystone Arbor
The home
About 16 Wildemere
HUGE CORNER LOT | CURB APPEAL | DESIGNER REMODEL | DETACHED STUDIO | OWNED SOLAR & EV CHARGER| LOW TAX, NO MELLO ROOS
Welcome to 16 Wildemere, a beautifully reimagined, turnkey home located on an oversized, corner lot in one of the most desirable neighborhoods of Rancho Santa Margarita, Las Flores community.
From the moment you step in, pride of ownership shines through every thoughtfully designed space, w/ stylish finishes, & a warm, inviting ambiance that instantly feels like you're right at home.
Fully remodeled in 2026, this 3-bedroom + detached studio/office, 2.5-bath residence blends modern design with warm, custom finishes throughout. Soaring vaulted ceilings & abundant natural light create an open, inviting atmosphere.
The kitchen is a true centerpiece, featuring quartz countertops, a custom designer backsplash, under-cabinet lighting, stainless steel appliances, & an island perfect for everyday living & entertaining. A custom Venetian plaster TV alcove (fits up to 90” TV with concealed wiring) & solid walnut floating shelf add a refined designer touch.
Upstairs, the primary suite offers a spa-inspired bathroom with a large walk-in shower, rainfall shower head, floor-to-ceiling tile, dual oak vanities, & elevated finishes.
Step outside to your private wraparound yard—offering endless potential with a pool-size lot, grass area, decomposed granite patio, fountain, & custom wood shed with barn door.
The detached studio w/ French doors provides exceptional flexibility as a home office or potential 4th bedroom, office, or hang out area—an increasingly rare and valuable feature.
This is more than a home, it's a lifestyle.
Additional upgrades include:
• Owned solar system (19 LG panels) and EV charging outlet (220V)
• Smart home features (Ring, Honeywell thermostat, B-hyve irrigation)
• Updated lighting, outlets, & modern black hardware throughout
Ideally situated on a quiet cul-de-sac backing to community pool, park, and scenic trails. Just minutes from top-rated schools, shopping, dining, and the beaches of Southern California. Nearby communities include Coto de Caza, Ladera Ranch, Rancho Mission Viejo, Mission Viejo, and Laguna Niguel.
Enjoy a low tax rate of 1%, NO Mello-Roos, and low HOA. Hoa amenities include pool, hot tub, tennis, pickleball, BBQ's, firepits, hiking & biking trails, and community events year round.
This is a rare opportunity to own a truly move-in ready, designer-upgraded home in a prime location.
Property details for 16 Wildemere
This 3-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Greystone Arbor neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County. It offers 1,600 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1996. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 780-051-01. Highlights include a community pool and spa, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, a 5,110-square-foot lot, central air, and a turnkey home. 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
- $1,256,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,600 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 5,110 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1996
- MLS® Number
- OC26028123
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $174 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Estimated
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26028123
- Year Built
- 1996
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,600
- Living Area Source
- Estimated
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 5,110
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1173
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Trees Woods
- HOA Dues
- $174
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- First Residential
- Parcel Number
- 78005101
- On Market Date
- 2026-04-15
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Eat In Kitchen, All Bedrooms Up
- Appliances
- Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Gas, Living Room, See Through
- Laundry
- Inside, Upper Level
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Corner Lot, Cul De Sac, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Front Porch, Patio
- Parking
- Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, On Street
- Fencing
- Privacy
- Pool Features
- Community, Heated, In Ground, Association
- Spa
- Association, Community, Heated, In Ground
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Greystone Arbor (GRAR)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Hiking, Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Pool
- Association Amenities
- Sport Court, Fire Pit, Maintenance Grounds, Outdoor Cooking Area, Other Courts, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Security, Tennis Courts, Trails
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 16 Wildemere
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2026 | Sold | $1,256,000 | |
| Apr 15, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,275,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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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.
Rancho Santa Margarita home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 263
- Median price
- $1,320,000
- Median days on market
- 17
- Median per sq ft
- $633
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Sep 27, 2025 to Sep 27, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Rancho Santa Margarita sales
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Las Piedras | Sep 24, 2026 | $1,025,000 | 1,428 | $718 | 13 |
| 4 Reata | Sep 24, 2026 | $1,550,000 | 2,592 | $598 | 20 |
| 7 Santolina | Sep 22, 2026 | $1,154,240 | 1,534 | $752 | 87 |
| 7 Temecula Court | Sep 22, 2026 | $1,050,000 | 1,551 | $677 | 54 |
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Schools
Schools for 16 Wildemere
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Las Flores
- Middle
- Las Flores
- High
- Tesoro
- District
- Capistrano Unified
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Listed by Suzy Arriola of eXp Realty of California Inc
Listing information updated May 22, 2026 at 1:44 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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