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16 Cuervo sold on June 22, 2026 for $965,000, 7.9% above the $894,000 asking price after 4 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.

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16 Cuervo, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

  • 2 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 1,408 sq ft
  • Built 1991
$965,000

MLS# OC26090145

The home

About 16 Cuervo

Welcome to resort-style living in the highly sought-after Sierra Vista community of Rancho Santa Margarita! This stunning 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhouse spans 1,408 sq. ft. and offers breathtaking golf course and lake views from a bright, light-filled interior designed to impress. Soaring windows dressed with elegant plantation shutters bathe every room in natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout.

The thoughtfully upgraded primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a beautifully renovated en-suite bath with premium finishes. A convenient powder room on the lower level adds ease for everyday living and entertaining guests.

Enjoy the convenience of a 2-car attached garage with secure parking and extra storage. Then step outside and take in serene views of the lush fairways and glistening lake, your own private backdrop for morning coffee or evening relaxation.

As a resident of Sierra Vista, you’ll enjoy resort-caliber amenities including a sparkling pool and spa, barbecue and picnic areas, and access to scenic biking and hiking trails — plus the community’s own golf course right at your doorstep.

Perfectly situated directly across from Arroyo Vista Elementary School, this home is a rare find for families seeking that coveted walk-to-school lifestyle in a safe, welcoming neighborhood. With pride of ownership throughout the community and an unbeatable RSM location, this is the lifestyle upgrade you’ve been waiting for.Turnkey townhomes with views like this don’t come around often!

Property details for 16 Cuervo

This 2-bedroom, 3-bath townhome sits in the Sierra Verde neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County. It offers 1,408 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1991. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 930-218-21. Highlights include golf course and lake views, a community pool and spa, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, central air, and an updated 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
$965,000
Days On Site
N/A
Bedrooms
2
Inside Area (SqFt)
1,408 sqft
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
2
Partial Baths
1
Lot Size
N/A
Year Built
1991
MLS® Number
OC26090145
Status
Sold
Property Tax
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
$662.55 monthly
Sq Ft Source
Assessor

General Features

Property Type
Townhouse
MLS Number
OC26090145
Year Built
1991
Living Area (sq ft)
1,408
Living Area Source
Assessor
Lot Size (sq ft)
99,215
Lot Size (acres)
2.2777
Levels
Two
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
2
View
Golf Course, Lake, Trees Woods
HOA Dues
$662.55
HOA Frequency
Monthly
HOA Name
SAMLARC
Parcel Number
93021821
On Market Date
2026-05-07
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Interior Features
Ceiling Fans, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Up
Appliances
Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Flooring
Laminate, Tile
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Gas, Living Room
Laundry
Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Entry Level
1
Common Walls
Two Common Walls Or More, No One Above, No One Below
Windows
Plantation Shutters

Exterior Features

Architectural Style
Spanish
Exterior Features
Fire Pit
Roof
Spanish Tile
Construction
Drywall, Concrete, Stucco
Foundation
Slab
Lot Features
Cul De Sac, On Golf Course
Patio and Porch
Open, Patio, Stone
Parking
Door Multi, Direct Access, Garage
Fencing
Wood, Wrought Iron
Pool Features
Community, Association
Spa
Association, Community
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Utilities
Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Condition
Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
Units
1

Community Features

Subdivision
Sierra Verde (SIV)
Community Features
Biking, Curbs, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Pool
Association Amenities
Golf Course, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Spa Hot Tub

The record

Property History for 16 Cuervo

DateEventPriceNote
Jun 22, 2026 Sold $965,000
May 7, 2026 Listed for sale $894,000

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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.

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Median price
$879,000
Median days on market
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Median per sq ft
$604

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School District for 16 Cuervo

As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.

The MLS record lists the school district as Capistrano Unified.

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Listed by Ozzie Fazaeli of eXp Realty of California, Inc.

Listing information updated Jun 23, 2026 at 1:44 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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