$1,680,000
5Beds3Baths2,539SqFt
20811 Porter Ranch RoadRancho Santa Margarita, CA 92679
Sold
1 Saint Elias sold on July 20, 2026 for $1,735,000, 0.8% below the $1,749,000 asking price after 83 days on the market; it was first listed at $1,799,000. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.
1 Saint Elias, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92679
- 5 beds
- 3 baths
- 3,000 sq ft
- 6,299 sq ft lot
- Built 1991
$1,735,000
Subdivision Summit Crest
6 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $1,727,500
The home
About 1 Saint Elias
Welcome to 1 Saint Elias, where indoor comfort meets a private resort-style backyard oasis designed for entertaining and everyday luxury. The highlight of this exceptional home is the spectacular backyard, featuring cascading waterfalls, a custom waterslide, spa, and multiple areas for relaxing or hosting guests—creating the ultimate vacation-at-home experience. Recent pool improvements include a new heater and pool lighting. Additionally, the beautiful front yard curb appeal of this corner-lot property has been enhanced by newer garage doors, exterior paint, brick pavers, refreshed landscaping and exterior lighting. Inside, approximately 3,000 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed living space offers 5 bedrooms and a floor plan that is both functional and inviting. The fully renovated kitchen serves as the heart of the home, showcasing modern finishes and opening seamlessly to the living spaces designed for gathering and connection. New gas fireplaces in the family room and Primary Suite add warmth and ambiance, while newer carpeting throughout and thoughtful updates make this residence truly move-in ready. The versatile layout includes a downstairs bedroom and full bathroom, while upstairs offers three spacious secondary bedrooms, a beautiful Primary Suite with two-walk in closets, plus a loft. The secondary bathroom has also been updated with new quartz countertops and a new sink, complementing the home's overall pride of ownership and attention to detail. Situated on a desirable cul-de-sac lot with partial mountain views, this home offers privacy and tranquility within one of Orange County's most sought-after guard-gated communities. Residents enjoy access to scenic hiking trails, parks, tennis courts, an Olympic-size swimming pool, and a private golf course. Conveniently located within walking distance of Santa Margarita Catholic High School and just minutes from local restaurants, cafés, and shopping, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and lifestyle.
Property details for 1 Saint Elias
This 5-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Summit Crest neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County. It offers 3,000 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1991. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 804-561-42. Highlights include hill views, a private pool and spa, a fireplace, a guard-gated community, an attached three-car garage, and a 6,299-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
- $1,735,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 3,000 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 3
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 6,299 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1991
- MLS® Number
- OC26055235
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $320 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Estimated
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26055235
- Year Built
- 1991
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 3,000
- Living Area Source
- Estimated
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 6,300
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1446
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full Baths
- 3
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Parking Spaces
- 3
- View
- Hills
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $320
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Dove Canyon
- Parcel Number
- 80456142
- On Market Date
- 2026-03-19
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, Separate Formal Dining Room, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Bedroom On Main Level, Loft, Primary Suite, Walk In Pantry, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile
- Heating
- Central, Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air, Whole House Fan
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Primary Bedroom
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Shutters
Exterior Features
- Roof
- Tile
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Corner Lot, Cul De Sac, Lawn, Landscaped, Paved, Sprinkler System, Yard
- Parking
- Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Paved
- Fencing
- Block
- Pool Features
- Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Pebble, Private, Salt Water, Waterfall, Association
- Spa
- Association, Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Private
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Summit Crest (DSC)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Golf, Gutters, Hiking, Park, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Gated
- Association Amenities
- Controlled Access, Sport Court, Meeting Banquet Party Room, Outdoor Cooking Area, Other Courts, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Guard, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts, Trails
- Security
- Gated With Guard, Gated Community, Gated With Attendant
The record
Property History for 1 Saint Elias
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 20, 2026 | Sold | $1,735,000 | |
| Mar 19, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,799,000 |
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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 27, 2025 to Sep 27, 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 1 Saint Elias
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Robinson Ranch
- 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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Listed by Kenneth Bowen of Re/Max Real Estate Group
Listing information updated Sep 30, 2026 at 12:03 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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