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16 Crucillo, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

  • 3 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 1,428 sq ft
  • 3,598 sq ft lot
  • Built 1987

MLS# OC26181642 · Listed Aug 19, 2026 · 48 Days On Site

The home

About 16 Crucillo

LOWEST price Single Family Detached home in Rancho Santa Margarita, where the stunning Saddleback Mountains provide a beautiful backdrop to everyday living. Beautifully refreshed and move-in ready, 16 Crucillo offers outstanding curb appeal, fresh landscaping and picturesque mountain views. Step inside to a light-filled living room with hardwood flooring, soaring ceilings and a gas fireplace with a new mantle. Travertine flooring continues throughout the main level. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a new gas range with griddle option, dishwasher, microwave, included refrigerator, pantry, fresh white cabinetry and granite counters. Just off the kitchen, a dining area with ceiling fan opens to a cozy living space, perfect for staying connected while cooking, dining and visiting. French doors with sidelights lead to the backyard, and a powder room completes the main level. The landscaped backyard features a large patio, grassy lawn and raised planter with a mature orange tree and colorful flowers, with potential for an herb or vegetable garden. New vinyl fencing, paved side yards, newly painted interior including walls, cabinets and all woodwork along with new baseboards, and new exterior paint, add to the appeal. Upstairs, new wood laminate flooring flows throughout. The primary suite offers high ceilings, ceiling fan and a spacious walk-in closet. The remodeled primary bath features a walk-in shower with floor-to-ceiling marble-pattern ceramic tile, new fixtures and flooring, and double-sink vanity. The hall bath has new tile flooring and shower fixtures. Two secondary bedrooms enjoy Saddleback Mountain views and closet organizers. Additional highlights include a newer water heater(2023), Nest thermostat, Ring doorbell, and direct-access 2-car garage with designated laundry area, washer and dryer included. Enjoy RSM amenities including the Beach Club & Lagoon, 4 pools, 13 parks, picnic areas, playgrounds, pickleball and sport courts, walking and biking paths, plus nearby O’Neill Regional Park. Trader Joe’s, Target, and many other shopping options at your fingertips. Cinépolis theatre and numerous casual and upscale dining options including Celindas on the lake, Tutto Fresco, and Hanna's. Community events include the 4th of July Spectacular, movies and concerts in the park and so much more, which make RSM such a vibrant family friendly community with low HOA's. Convenient access to the 241 Toll Road completes the package. The best in OC!

Property details for 16 Crucillo

This 3-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Seranada neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County. It offers 1,428 square feet of living space and is listed at $1,050,000, about $735 per square foot. The home was built in 1987. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 833-301-41. Highlights include hill and mountain views, a community pool, 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
$1,050,000
Days On Site
48 Days
Bedrooms
3
Inside Area (SqFt)
1,428 sqft
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
2
Partial Baths
1
Lot Size
3,598 SqFt
Year Built
1987
MLS® Number
OC26181642
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
OC26181642
Year Built
1987
Living Area (sq ft)
1,428
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
HOA Dues
$91
HOA Frequency
Monthly
HOA Name
SAMLARC
Parcel Number
83330141
On Market Date
2026-08-19
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Interior Features
Ceiling Fans, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Pantry, All Bedrooms Up, Entrance Foyer, Walk In Closets
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
Flooring
Laminate, Stone, Wood
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Family Room, Gas Starter
Laundry
Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Entry Level
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls
Windows
Drapes
Doors
French Doors
Rooms
Other, Bathroom, Kitchen, Entry Foyer, Bedroom, Foyer, Living Room

Exterior Features

Architectural Style
Mediterranean
Exterior Features
Rain Gutters
Roof
Spanish Tile
Construction
Stucco
Foundation
Slab
Lot Features
Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Landscaped, Level, Near Park, Sprinklers Timer
Patio and Porch
Concrete, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio
Parking
Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Fencing
Stucco Wall, Vinyl, Wood
Pool Features
Community, Association
Spa
None
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Utilities
Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Units
1

Community Features

Subdivision
Seranada (SER)
Community Features
Biking, Foothills, Hiking, Lake, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Park, Pool
Association Amenities
Sport Court, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Tennis Courts
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors

The record

Property History for 16 Crucillo

DateEventPriceNote
Aug 19, 2026 Listed for sale $1,050,000

No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.

Cost of ownership

Estimated monthly payment

7.03% · 30-yr fixed
$
$7,998/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $105,000 down
Principal & interest$6,306
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$394
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$901
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$306
HOA from listing$91
$6,903/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $210,000 down
Principal & interest$5,605
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$901
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$306
HOA from listing$91
$6,203/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $315,000 down
Principal & interest$4,905
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$901
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$306
HOA from listing$91
Estimated carrying cost
$1,298/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$901
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$306
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. 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.

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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.

Rancho Santa Margarita home sales, past 12 months

Homes sold
263
Median price
$1,325,000
Median days on market
17
Median per sq ft
$633

Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Sep 29, 2025 to Sep 29, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.

Price per square foot against recent Rancho Santa Margarita sales

This home, asking 12-month median Recent sales, listed below

At $735 per square foot, this home's asking price is 16% above the Rancho Santa Margarita median of $633 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.

Recent Rancho Santa Margarita sales

AddressClosedPriceSq ftPer sq ftDays on market
32991 Pinnacle Sep 28, 2026 $1,785,000 2,849 $627 4
9 Via Rosado Sep 28, 2026 $1,450,000 2,044 $709 7
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

Schools

Schools for 16 Crucillo

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

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Location

Location

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Listed by Lisa Piltz of Bullock Russell RE Services

Listing information updated Oct 4, 2026 at 3:25 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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