$849,800
3Beds3Baths1,499SqFt
47 Via MaderaRancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688Cabo Vista
38 Carnation, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,325 sq ft
- Built 1986
Subdivision Mission Greens (R1)
Open house
Open House
The home
About 38 Carnation
*Kitchen Cabinets Just Painted* Welcome to 38 Carnation, a beautifully situated end-unit condo in the desirable Mission Greens community of Rancho Santa Margarita. This home offers a spacious, open, and inviting floor plan designed for comfortable everyday living and easy entertaining.
The cozy kitchen features a convenient slider that opens directly to a private patio perfect for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or simply relaxing in your own quiet space. Inside, vaulted ceilings create an airy atmosphere while allowing abundant natural light to pour in, enhancing the home’s warm and welcoming feel. Upstairs, you’ll find two generously sized bedrooms along with well-appointed bathrooms, providing ample space for family, guests, or a home office.
Living in Mission Greens means enjoying a peaceful, well-maintained neighborhood with lush surroundings and a true sense of community. One of the standout features of this location is its close proximity to Rancho Santa Margarita Lake, just minutes away. Residents can enjoy scenic walking trails, waterfront views, dining, and year-round outdoor activities, making it easy to embrace an active Southern California lifestyle.
Conveniently located near shopping centers, restaurants, parks, and major freeways, this home offers the perfect balance of tranquility and accessibility. Whether you’re commuting or staying local, everything you need is within reach.
Don’t miss the opportunity to own a bright and charming home in one of Rancho Santa Margarita’s most sought-after communities.
Property details for 38 Carnation
This 3-bedroom, 3-bath condo sits in the Mission Greens (R1) neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County. It offers 1,325 square feet of living space and is listed at $845,000, about $638 per square foot. The home was built in 1986. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 930-965-17. Highlights include a community pool, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, and central air. 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
- $845,000
- Days On Site
- 149 Days
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,325 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- N/A
- Year Built
- 1986
- MLS® Number
- OC26096131
- Status
- Active
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Condominium
- MLS Number
- OC26096131
- Year Built
- 1986
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,325
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 43,258
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.9931
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- None
- HOA Dues
- $309
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Mission Greens
- Parcel Number
- 93096517
- On Market Date
- 2026-05-07
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Separate Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, All Bedrooms Up
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Inside
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- One Common Wall, End Unit
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Dining Room
Exterior Features
- Patio and Porch
- Enclosed, Patio
- Parking
- Garage Faces Front, Garage
- Pool Features
- Association
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Mission Greens (R1) (MG)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Near National Forest, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Association Amenities
- Dog Park, Meeting Banquet Party Room, Maintenance Front Yard, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Recreation Room, Spa Hot Tub
- Second HOA Dues
- $89
The record
Property History for 38 Carnation
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 2026 | Listed for sale | $895,000 |
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.03% · 30-yr fixed$
$6,363/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $84,500 down
Principal & interest$5,075
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$317
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$725
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$246
HOANot reported, not included
$5,482/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $169,000 down
Principal & interest$4,511
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$725
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$246
HOANot reported, not included
$4,918/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $253,500 down
Principal & interest$3,947
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$725
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$246
HOANot reported, not included
Estimated carrying cost
$971/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$725
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$246
HOANot reported, not included
Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.03% (week of Sep 24, 2026); your rate will differ. A loan this size is typically a jumbo loan, which prices differently. Tax and insurance are modelled, not billed amounts; tax uses a typical Rancho Santa Margarita rate, excluding Mello-Roos. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.
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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
- 165
- Median price
- $657,500
- Median days on market
- 27
- Median per sq ft
- $640
Recorded MLS closings of condos, Sep 26, 2025 to Sep 26, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent Rancho Santa Margarita sales
At $638 per square foot, this home's asking price is close to the Rancho Santa Margarita median of $640 for condos that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Rancho Santa Margarita sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Carmesi | Sep 22, 2026 | $625,000 | 1,049 | $596 | 26 |
| 110 Timbre | Sep 21, 2026 | $586,000 | 990 | $592 | 9 |
| 7 Silktassel | Sep 18, 2026 | $448,000 | 781 | $574 | 167 |
| 59 Via Cordoba | Sep 16, 2026 | $705,000 | 1,318 | $535 | 48 |
| 37 Via Lavendera | Sep 16, 2026 | $516,000 | 804 | $642 | 18 |
Schools
School District for 38 Carnation
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Saddleback Valley Unified.
Living in Rancho Santa Margarita covers its schools, parks and beaches.
Location
Location
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Listed by Erica Johnson of RE/MAX TerraSol
Listing information updated Oct 3, 2026 at 1:14 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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