
Sold
40 San Mateo sold on September 22, 2026 for $1,500,000, at the asking price after 9 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.

40 San Mateo, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
- 4 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,459 sq ft
- 5,401 sq ft lot
- Built 1989
Subdivision Arroyo Vista
The home
About 40 San Mateo
Beautifully upgraded Home Located on a quiet, single-loaded cul-de-sac street with Mountain City Views! This beautifully maintained and currently being transformed residence offers an exceptional opportunity in one of Rancho Santa Margarita's most sought-after neighborhoods. Enjoy the sense of Community that the Arroyo Vista/Oaks neighborhood provides, complete with its own private neighborhood park featuring a private POOL and SPA area, a large grass and garden area with tables for dining while you enjoy the views, and a tot lot, all located 1 Block from home. This spacious home features 4 bedrooms plus a large BONUS ROOM, including a convenient main-floor bedroom with direct access to a full bathroom, making it ideal for guests, multi-generational living, or a private office setup. The interior is currently undergoing a thoughtful refresh and will showcase a bright, modern, and move-in-ready feel upon completion offering SOLAR and a total home re-pipe in 2022. The Kitchen was remodeled with granite counters and stainless steel appliances, overlooking the Family Room, showcased with a Custom Built-in Entertainment Center and Fireplace with access to the Large Entertaining Backyard with Mountain Views. Inside, a Separate Laundry Room with access to the 3-car garage offers additional storage. Upstairs, escape to the beautifully remodeled primary ensuite designed for comfort and relaxation. The spacious primary bedroom features vaulted ceilings creating an airy open feel and a private balcony, the perfect retreat to unwind while enjoying the views. The luxurious primary bath includes a separate soaking tub and water closet, while the generous walk-in closet is conveniently located within the dressing area, providing exceptional storage and functionality. Every detail of this home comes together to create a serene and inviting sanctuary at the end of the day.
Property details for 40 San Mateo
This 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Arroyo Vista neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County. It offers 2,459 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1989. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 805-172-05. Highlights include panoramic and city lights views, a community pool and spa, a fireplace, an attached three-car garage, a 5,401-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
- $1,500,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 2,459 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 3
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 5,401 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1989
- MLS® Number
- OC26168378
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $267 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26168378
- Year Built
- 1989
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,459
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 5,400
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.124
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 3
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Parking Spaces
- 3
- View
- City Lights, Park Greenbelt, Hills, Mountains, Neighborhood, Panoramic, Trees Woods
- HOA Dues
- $176
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Arroyo Maint Corp
- Parcel Number
- 80517205
- On Market Date
- 2026-08-21
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Built In Features, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Sunken Living Room, Two Story Ceilings, Bedroom On Main Level, Dressing Area, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Free Standing Range, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile
- Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Fireplaces, Natural Gas, Solar
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Gas, Gas Starter, Masonry
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Blinds, Shutters
- Doors
- Sliding Doors
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Mediterranean
- Exterior Features
- Awnings
- Roof
- Tile
- Construction
- Stucco
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Cul De Sac, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Landscaped, Near Park, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinkler System, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Concrete, Covered
- Parking
- Concrete, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Fencing
- Average Condition, Vinyl, Wood, Wrought Iron
- Pool Features
- Gunite, In Ground, Solar Heat, Association
- Spa
- Association, Gunite, In Ground
- Sewer
- Public Sewer, Sewer Tap Paid
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Faces
- East
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Arroyo Vista (AV)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Foothills, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Lake, Mountainous, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Park
- Association Amenities
- Sport Court, Dog Park, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts, Trails
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
- Second HOA Dues
- $91
- Second HOA Name
- SAMLARC
The record
Property History for 40 San Mateo
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 2026 | Sold | $1,500,000 | |
| Aug 21, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000 |
Next steps
Looking for something similar
40 San Mateo is no longer on the market, but comparable homes come up in Rancho Santa Margarita regularly. We can tell you what this one actually closed at and set up alerts for listings that match it.
Browse Rancho Santa Margarita homes for saleCall (949) 494-8830
Selling near 40 San Mateo
Thinking of selling nearby? We bring current Arroyo Vista sales data and a clear pricing strategy to every listing, backed by more than 700 closed sales and over $1B in Orange County volume. Start with a free home valuation, or reach out to talk through your options.
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
- 263
- 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.
Recent Rancho Santa Margarita 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 |
| 4 Reata | Sep 24, 2026 | $1,550,000 | 2,592 | $598 | 20 |
| 7 Santolina | Sep 22, 2026 | $1,154,240 | 1,534 | $752 | 87 |
| 7 Temecula Court | Sep 22, 2026 | $1,050,000 | 1,551 | $677 | 54 |
| 40 San Mateo | Sep 22, 2026 | $1,500,000 | 2,459 | $610 | 9 |
Schools
Schools for 40 San Mateo
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- High
- Tesoro
- District
- Capistrano Unified
Living in Rancho Santa Margarita covers its schools, parks and beaches.
Nearby listings
Similar Homes for Sale in Rancho Santa Margarita







Rancho Santa MargaritaSee every home for sale in Rancho Santa MargaritaJust listed
Newest Rancho Santa Margarita Homes for Sale
Explore
Explore Rancho Santa Margarita Real Estate
See every home for sale in Rancho Santa Margarita, or search the full Orange County MLS on our live homes search. Questions about 40 San Mateo? Talk to Realatrends.
Browse Homes by City
Be first to see new Rancho Santa Margarita listings
New Rancho Santa Margarita homes by email, often before they reach the big portals.
You are all set.
Listed by Terry Matheus of Regency Real Estate Brokers
Listing information updated Sep 22, 2026 at 7:02 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
This information is for your personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties you may be interested in purchasing. The display of MLS data is usually deemed reliable but is NOT guaranteed accurate by the MLS. Buyers are responsible for verifying the accuracy of all information and should investigate the data themselves or retain appropriate professionals. Information from sources other than the Listing Agent may have been included in the MLS data. Unless otherwise specified in writing, the Broker/Agent has not and will not verify any information obtained from other sources. The Broker/Agent providing the information contained herein may or may not have been the Listing and/or Selling Agent.