$1,075,000
3Beds3Baths1,470SqFt
12 Willowbrook LnRancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688Avelino
10 Pasada Valiente, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,522 sq ft
- 3,598 sq ft lot
- Built 1987
$1,079,900
Subdivision El Caserio (R1)
12 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $1,054,000
Open house
Open House
The home
About 10 Pasada Valiente
Welcome to 10 Pasada Valiente — one of the best-priced detached homes in Rancho Santa Margarita.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------SELLER INTEREST RATE BUYDOWN AVAILABLE FOR LOWER PAYMENTS AND BUYER SAVINGS. ------------------------------------------------------------------This wonderful home is tucked into a quiet, private setting. This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home is just a short walk to the lake and top-rated schools—a location that's hard to come by and even harder to leave. Step inside to a bright, open floor plan filled with natural light, where spacious living areas flow effortlessly for both everyday comfort and easy entertaining. The well-appointed kitchen opens to the dining and family rooms, creating a natural gathering space for family and guests alike.
All three bedrooms are upstairs, offering a comfortable, private retreat away from the main living areas—including a generously sized primary suite with a walk-in closet, dual-sink vanity, views, and more. The tranquil backyard provides your own outdoor escape, perfect for relaxing evenings or weekend gatherings.
Beyond your doorstep, enjoy everything Rancho Santa Margarita has to offer: scenic trails around the lake, resort-style community pools, parks, and quick access to shopping and dining — all within a peaceful, tucked-away setting that still keeps you close to it all.
With exceptional value rarely found in this sought-after community, this is Orange County living at its finest — quiet, connected, walkable, and priced to move. SMART BUYER CERTIFIED HOME! Buy with confidence — this home has completed pre-listing inspections, seller disclosures, property reports, and a clear title before hitting the market, helping provide a smoother, more transparent buying experience.
Property details for 10 Pasada Valiente
This 3-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the El Caserio (R1) neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County. It offers 1,522 square feet of living space and is listed at $1,079,900, about $710 per square foot. The home was built in 1987. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 833-163-06. Highlights include hill and mountain views, a community pool and spa, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, a 3,598-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
- $1,079,900
- Days On Site
- 67 Days
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,522 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 3,598 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1987
- MLS® Number
- OC26152575
- Status
- Active
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $91 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26152575
- Year Built
- 1987
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,522
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 3,600
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.0826
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Hills, Mountains, Trees Woods
- HOA Dues
- $91
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- SAMLARC
- Parcel Number
- 83316306
- On Market Date
- 2026-07-28
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Stone Counters, Track Lighting, Attic, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Barbecue, Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Vinyl
- Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
- Fireplace
- Gas, Living Room
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows
- Rooms
- Other, Bathroom, Kitchen, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Attic, Living Room, Family Room, Primary Bathroom
Exterior Features
- Roof
- Tile
- Construction
- Copper Plumbing
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Sprinkler System
- Patio and Porch
- Concrete
- Parking
- Garage
- Pool Features
- Association
- Spa
- Association
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- El Caserio (R1) (EC)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Fishing, Hiking, Lake, Park, Sidewalks
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Sport Court, Dog Park, Barbecue, Playground, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Trails
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Key Card Entry, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 10 Pasada Valiente
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,125,000 |
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.03% · 30-yr fixed$
$8,224/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $107,990 down
Principal & interest$6,486
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$405
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$927
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$315
HOA from listing$91
$7,098/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $215,980 down
Principal & interest$5,765
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$927
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$315
HOA from listing$91
$6,377/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $323,970 down
Principal & interest$5,044
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$927
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$315
HOA from listing$91
Estimated carrying cost
$1,333/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$927
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$315
HOA from listing$91
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.
Next steps
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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.
El Caserio (R1) home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 12
- Median price
- $1,054,000
- Median days on market
- 10
- Median per sq ft
- $704
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Sep 26, 2025 to Sep 26, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent El Caserio (R1) sales
At $710 per square foot, this home's asking price is close to the El Caserio (R1) median of $704 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent El Caserio (R1) 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 |
| 20 Crucillo | Jul 22, 2026 | $1,060,000 | 1,522 | $696 | 52 |
| 4 Via Joaquin | Jun 22, 2026 | $1,065,000 | 1,522 | $700 | 13 |
| 21 Pasada Valiente | Apr 20, 2026 | $1,050,000 | 1,083 | $970 | 1 |
| 26 Via Zapador | Apr 14, 2026 | $1,010,000 | 1,428 | $707 | 7 |
Schools
Schools for 10 Pasada Valiente
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Cielo Vista
- Middle
- Rancho Santa Margarita
- High
- Trabucco Hills
- District
- Saddleback Valley Unified
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Location
Location
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Listed by Zen Ziejewski of Real Broker
Listing information updated Oct 3, 2026 at 4:42 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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