$2,050,000
5Beds4Baths3,063SqFt
23 Golf RidgeRancho Santa Margarita, CA 92679Laurels
Sold
21621 Turtledove St sold on July 28, 2026 for $1,945,000, 1.8% below the $1,980,000 asking price after 30 days on the market; it was first listed at $1,998,000. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.
21621 Turtledove St, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92679
- 4 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,927 sq ft
- 6,299 sq ft lot
- Built 1994
$1,945,000
The home
About 21621 Turtledove St
Perched within the exclusive gated community of Walden in Rancho Santa Margarita (also considered Trabuco Canyon), this exceptional Santa Barbara-style residence captures breathtaking sunsets and sweeping panoramic views. The home offers a refined balance of luxury, privacy, and resort-inspired comfort. Thoughtfully designed, the floor plan features 4 spacious bedrooms—including a highly desirable main-level bedroom—plus an expansive upstairs bonus room ideal for a media lounge, office, or additional living space. The 3-car garage includes a versatile converted bay, perfect for a private office, gym, or creative studio. The outdoor living experience is truly exceptional. An expansive ~400 sq. ft. covered California room showcases a soaring cedar-planked ceiling, integrated heater, recessed lighting, ceiling fan, and a statement fireplace. Retractable shades provide year-round comfort, while the oversized BBQ island—with seating for eight—sets the stage for effortless entertaining. Beyond, the resort-style backyard features a sparkling pool and spa, firepit, and sweeping views that create a sense of total escape. Inside, refined finishes and thoughtful upgrades enhance every space. Highlights include vaulted ceilings, three interior fireplaces, plantation shutters, Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring with upgraded baseboards, premium cabinetry with quartz countertops, custom closets, and built-in features such as a charming dining nook and wine bar. Panoramic vistas are woven throughout the home, enjoyed from the entry, main living areas, kitchen, dining space, and the tranquil primary suite. Additional upgrades include a new roof (May 2025), a remodeled kitchen (2023), whole-home soft water system, dual-zone air conditioning, and the added benefit of no Mello-Roos. Walden is an intimate enclave of just 133 homes, offering residents a private fishing pond, pool, and spa—all moments from Rancho Santa Margarita Lake, scenic trails, O'Neill Regional Park, and the shops and dining at Rancho Santa Margarita Town Center, along with top-rated schools, parks, and golf. A compelling new price, unforgettable views, and an exceptional lifestyle—this home is ready to welcome its next chapter. Welcome Home!
Property details for 21621 Turtledove St
This 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County. It offers 2,927 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1994. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 833-691-54. Highlights include panoramic and city lights views, a private pool and spa, a fireplace, a 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
- $1,945,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 2,927 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 3
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 6,299 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1994
- MLS® Number
- OC26078263
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $437 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26078263
- Year Built
- 1994
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,927
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 6,300
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1446
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 3
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Parking Spaces
- 3
- View
- City Lights, Canyon, Mountains, Panoramic
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $437
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Seabreeze Management
- Parcel Number
- 83369154
- On Market Date
- 2026-04-15
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Ceiling Fans, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Bedroom On Main Level, Loft, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Built In Range, Barbecue, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Softener, Dryer, Washer
- Flooring
- Carpet, Vinyl
- Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Fireplaces
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows, Plantation Shutters
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Spanish, Traditional
- Exterior Features
- Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Spanish Tile
- Construction
- Stucco
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Close To Clubhouse, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Landscaped, Level, Near Park, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Covered
- Parking
- Door Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage
- Pool Features
- Gas Heat, Heated, In Ground, Private, Waterfall, Association
- Spa
- Heated, Private
- Sewer
- Public Sewer, Sewer Tap Paid
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Units
- 113
Community Features
- Community Features
- Curbs, Gutters, Hiking, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Fishing, Gated, Park
- Association Amenities
- Barbecue, Picnic Area, Pool, Pets Allowed
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire Detection System, Security Gate, Gated Community, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 21621 Turtledove St
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 2026 | Sold | $1,945,000 | |
| Apr 15, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,998,000 |
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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.
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 26, 2025 to Sep 26, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Rancho Santa Margarita sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 40 San Mateo | Sep 22, 2026 | $1,500,000 | 2,459 | $610 | 9 |
Schools
Schools for 21621 Turtledove St
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 Debbie Miller of First Team Real Estate
Listing information updated Jul 30, 2026 at 9:08 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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