$499,000
1Beds1Baths781SqFt
7 Via HermosaRancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688Mission Courts (R1)
Sold
16 Buckthorn sold on August 14, 2026 for $620,000, 4.6% below the $650,000 asking price after 26 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.
16 Buckthorn, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
- 2 beds
- 3 baths
- 926 sq ft
- Built 1987
$620,000
Subdivision Mission Courts (R1)
11 condos sold in the past 12 months · median $570,000
The home
About 16 Buckthorn
Welcome to this beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome ideally located just steps from the scenic Rancho Santa Margarita Lake. This light-filled home offers the privacy of having no neighbors above or below, creating the feel of a detached residence. A 1 car detached garage is ideal for parking and providing lots of storage!
The inviting floor plan features wood laminate flooring throughout the main living areas, complemented by plush carpeting upstairs for added comfort. Abundant windows fill the home with natural light, creating a bright and airy atmosphere throughout. The spacious living and dining areas flow seamlessly, making the home perfect for both everyday living and entertaining.
Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom, while a convenient powder room is located on the main level for guests. Step outside to your private patio—an ideal space for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or simply relaxing in a peaceful setting.
Enjoy an unbeatable location just moments from the lake, walking trails, parks, shopping, dining, and all the amenities that make Rancho Santa Margarita one of Orange County's most desirable communities. This exceptional townhome offers comfort, privacy, and a lifestyle you'll love.
Access to Rancho Santa Margarita's master-planned community amenities like the beach club, lake, tennis courts, water park, trails, and much more are included with your HOA dues. No Mello Roos! Tax rate is about 1.01%!
Property details for 16 Buckthorn
This 2-bedroom, 3-bath condo sits in the Mission Courts (R1) neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County. It offers 926 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1987. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 933-751-10. Highlights include a community pool, a fireplace, a one-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
- $620,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 926 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- N/A
- Year Built
- 1987
- MLS® Number
- OC26132397
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $569 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Condominium
- MLS Number
- OC26132397
- Year Built
- 1987
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 926
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 30,955
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.7106
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 1
- Parking Spaces
- 1
- View
- Neighborhood
- HOA Dues
- $478
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Mission Courts II Community Association
- Parcel Number
- 93375110
- On Market Date
- 2026-06-18
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Inside
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- Two Common Walls Or More
Exterior Features
- Pool Features
- Association
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Mission Courts (R1) (MC)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Hiking, Lake, Park, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Sport Court, Maintenance Grounds, Barbecue, Playground, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Trails
- Second HOA Dues
- $91
- Second HOA Name
- SAMLARC
The record
Property History for 16 Buckthorn
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 14, 2026 | Sold | $620,000 | |
| Jun 18, 2026 | Listed for sale | $650,000 |
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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.
Mission Courts (R1) home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 11
- Median price
- $570,000
- Median days on market
- 26
- Median per sq ft
- $654
Recorded MLS closings of condos, Sep 26, 2025 to Sep 26, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Mission Courts (R1) sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Silktassel | Sep 18, 2026 | $448,000 | 781 | $574 | 167 |
| 13 Milkwood 111 | Aug 14, 2026 | $668,000 | 926 | $721 | 66 |
| 16 Buckthorn | Aug 14, 2026 | $620,000 | 926 | $670 | 26 |
| 17 Via Honrado | Aug 14, 2026 | $599,000 | 939 | $638 | 6 |
| 49 Via Honrado | Jul 31, 2026 | $410,000 | 700 | $586 | 115 |
Schools
Schools for 16 Buckthorn
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Trabuco Mesa
- Middle
- Rancho Santa Margarita
- High
- Trabuco Hills
- District
- Saddleback Valley Unified
Living in Rancho Santa Margarita covers its schools, parks and beaches.
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Listed by Ryan Argue of Plan A Real Estate
Listing information updated Aug 14, 2026 at 6:44 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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