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19 Paulownia, Rancho Santa Margarita

Sold

19 Paulownia sold on September 9, 2026 for $1,095,000, at the asking price after 7 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.

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19 Paulownia
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

Single Family Residence|Sold
3
Beds
3
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
1,839
SqFt
1987
Built
Subdivision:
Montecito (MO)
County:
Orange
Listed by Ivan Balcaza of First Team Real Estate ivanbalcaza@firstteam.com
Bought with Christine Hill-Meyer of Keller Williams OC Luxury Realty (949) 482-0477
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Welcome to 19 Paulownia — a beautiful home in the heart of Rancho Santa Margarita. Nestled just moments from the shimmering Lago Santa Margarita, this warm and inviting 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence offers 1,839 square feet of thoughtfully updated living space on a generous 4,500 square foot lot. Lovingly maintained, this home is move-in ready and filled with natural light throughout. Step inside to discover updated flooring, refreshed bathrooms, and a cozy feel that makes everyday living a pleasure. The kitchen features a brand-new dishwasher and microwave, while recent system updates — including a 2022 full A/C & HVAC system and a 2018 water heater — offer lasting peace of mind. Upstairs, you’ll find three bedrooms and two full baths, with a convenient half bath downstairs for guests. Outside, a charming fountain welcomes you at the entrance, setting the tone for a home that blends comfort and character. The backyard is a fruit lover’s dream, featuring two lemon trees, two lime trees, and pomegranate, orange, and guava trees — perfect for enjoying Southern California’s indoor-outdoor lifestyle. A two-car garage completes the package. As part of the SAMLARC community, residents enjoy access to resort-style amenities including four Junior Olympic-sized pools, the beloved Beach Club and Lagoon, 13 parks with playgrounds and sports facilities, scenic trails, and the beautiful Lago Santa Margarita. Add in top-rated schools, wonderful dining, and convenient shopping just minutes away, and it’s easy to see why this community is one of South Orange County’s most cherished places to call home. Don’t miss your opportunity to own this exceptional home — schedule your visit today!

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Listing Snapshot
Bedrooms 
3
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
1
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,839 sqft
Lot Size 
0.1033 Acres
Year Built 
1987
MLS® Number 
OC26163648
Status 
Sold
Property Tax 
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
$91 monthly
Sq Ft Source 
Assessor
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
4 days agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Acres 
0.1033
Attached Garage 
Yes
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Land Lease 
No
Levels 
Two
Number Of Stories 
2
Parking 
AttachedDrivewayGarage Faces FrontGarage
Parking Spaces 
2
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
DishwasherMicrowaveWater Heater
Cooling 
Central Air
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Family Room
Heating 
Forced Air
Interior 
Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Laundry Features 
In Garage
Spa 
Yes
Bedroom 
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Exterior Features
Lot Features 
Back YardFront Yard
Patio And Porch 
Covered
Pool Features 
Association
Spa 
Yes
View 
None
Waterview 
None
Community Features
Association Amenities 
Sport CourtBarbecuePicnic AreaPoolSpa/Hot TubTennis Court(s)
Association Fee 
$91.0
Association Fee Frequency 
Monthly
Community Features 
CurbsStreet LightsSidewalks
MLS Area 
R1 - Rancho Santa Margarita North
School District 
Saddleback Valley Unified
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventional
Building Access 
Front
Schools
School District
Saddleback Valley Unified
Elementary School
Trabuco Mesa
Middle School
Rancho Santa Margarita
High School
Trabuco Hills
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Property Details for 19 Paulownia

This 3-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Montecito neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County. It offers 1,839 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1987. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 833-283-10. Highlights include a community pool and a spa, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, a 4,500-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.

Property History

19 Paulownia previously sold in August 2013 for $520,000.

  • Listed for sale July 30, 2026 at $1,095,000
  • Sold August 2013 for $520,000 (Regency Real Estate Brokers)

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.

In Montecito, 5 single-family homes have closed in the last 12 months at a median of $1,149,000, based on recorded MLS closings. The median was 21 days on market before going under contract.

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