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20971 Morningside Dr sold on June 2, 2026 for $1,225,000, 12.9% above the $1,085,000 asking price after 7 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.

Single Family ResidenceSold

20971 Morningside Dr, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92679

  • 4 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 1,739 sq ft
  • 6,050 sq ft lot
  • Built 1989
$1,225,000

MLS# OC26097672

The home

About 20971 Morningside Dr

A spacious and functional two-story layout with soaring ceilings and natural light, a large private backyard with mountain views and room to entertain, and a well-maintained interior with updated, neutral finishes ready to move right in. This home welcomes you with great curb appeal, a wide driveway, and a charming entry that opens into a bright living and dining space with vaulted ceilings and oversized windows. The main level flows easily from the formal living area into a cozy family room, creating a comfortable space for everyday living or hosting guests. The kitchen offers ample cabinet storage, generous counter space, and a practical layout that connects directly to the dining and family areas, making it easy to stay connected while cooking. Sliding doors lead out to a covered patio and expansive backyard with mature landscaping, open lawn space, and scenic hillside views, ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or future customization. Upstairs, the home features well-sized bedrooms with plenty of natural light, including a spacious primary suite with high ceilings, mirrored closet doors, and an en-suite bathroom. Additional bedrooms are versatile for guests, a home office, or growing households. The overall layout provides a comfortable balance of open-concept living and private spaces. The Robinson Ranch community amenities include maintained common areas, community pool & spa, hiking trails, basketball court, and access to nearby parks and recreational spaces. Located in Trabuco Canyon, residents enjoy close proximity to Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park, O’Neill Regional Park, and easy access to shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences in nearby Rancho Santa Margarita and Mission Viejo. The area is known for its peaceful suburban feel while still being within a reasonable drive to major Orange County employment centers and beaches. The home is also situated within the Saddleback Valley Unified School District, offering access to local elementary, middle, and high schools that are a strong draw for buyers seeking quality education options.

Property details for 20971 Morningside Dr

This 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Lyon Highlands neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County. It offers 1,739 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1989. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 842-132-07. Highlights include mountain views, a community pool and spa, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, a 6,050-square-foot lot, 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
$1,225,000
Days On Site
N/A
Bedrooms
4
Inside Area (SqFt)
1,739 sqft
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
2
Partial Baths
1
Lot Size
6,050 SqFt
Year Built
1989
MLS® Number
OC26097672
Status
Sold
Property Tax
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
$184 monthly
Sq Ft Source
Estimated

General Features

Property Type
Single Family Residence
MLS Number
OC26097672
Year Built
1989
Living Area (sq ft)
1,739
Living Area Source
Estimated
Lot Size (sq ft)
6,050
Lot Size (acres)
0.1389
Levels
Two
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
4
View
Mountains
HOA Dues
$184
HOA Frequency
Monthly
HOA Name
Trabuco Highlands Community Association
Parcel Number
84213207
On Market Date
2026-05-06
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Interior Features
Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Storage, Tile Counters, All Bedrooms Up
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven
Flooring
Carpet, Tile, Wood
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Living Room
Laundry
Washer Hookup, In Garage
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Entry Level
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls

Exterior Features

Lot Features
Garden, Lawn, Landscaped, Near Park
Patio and Porch
Front Porch
Parking
Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, On Street
Pool Features
Association
Spa
Association
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Utilities
Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Units
1

Community Features

Subdivision
Lyon Highlands (LYHL)
Community Features
Biking, Curbs, Foothills, Gutters, Hiking, Mountainous, Park
Association Amenities
Other Courts, Playground, Pool, Spa Hot Tub

The record

Property History for 20971 Morningside Dr

DateEventPriceNote
Jun 2, 2026 Sold $1,225,000
May 6, 2026 Listed for sale $1,085,000

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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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Homes sold
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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.

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Schools

Schools for 20971 Morningside Dr

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

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Listed by Steven Hurd of eXp Realty of California Inc

Listing information updated Jun 2, 2026 at 12:58 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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