12 Willowbrook Ln, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,470 sq ft
- 4,278 sq ft lot
- Built 1996
$1,050,000
Subdivision Avelino
6 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $1,139,950
Open house
Open House
The home
About 12 Willowbrook Ln
Welcome home to this well-built, single-family residence in Rancho Santa Margarita with great bones and endless potential. With just a fresh interior paint in the color of your choice, you can complete the transformation and create the dream home you’ve always envisioned. Step inside to soaring vaulted ceilings and beautiful laminate flooring that flow seamlessly through a light-filled layout. The heart of the home features an elegant, dual-sided stone fireplace bridging the formal sitting area and cozy family room. Nearby, the open-concept kitchen comes well-appointed with premium Dolomite countertops, a breakfast bar, and recessed lighting. A convenient guest powder room and direct access to the attached 2-car garage with ample overhead rafter storage complete the downstairs. The dining space transitions effortlessly through sliding glass doors to a spacious, private backyard. This outdoor escape is complete with a built-in gas barbecue, and a designated dog run. Step outside into an expansive backyard that serves as a complete open canvas. Whether you dream of a lush tropical paradise, a modern minimalist garden, or a vibrant entertainment space, this yard is ready for your dream plants and landscaping vision. Upstairs, you will find a serene primary suite alongside two additional bright bedrooms and upgraded stone-counter bathrooms. Enjoy resort-style association amenities, including community pool, spa, and hiking trails. Best of all, you are just a short walk away from award-winning schools, local parks, premier shopping, and dining. Take advantage of a low tax rate and low HOA dues in a premier South Orange County location!
Property details for 12 Willowbrook Ln
This 3-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Avelino neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County. It offers 1,470 square feet of living space and is listed at $1,050,000, about $714 per square foot. The home was built in 1996. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 787-261-20. Highlights include a community pool, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, a 4,278-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
- 34 Days
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,470 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 4,278 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1996
- MLS® Number
- OC26193823
- Status
- Active
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $180 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26193823
- Year Built
- 1996
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,470
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 4,278
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.0982
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- None
- HOA Dues
- $108
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Las Flores
- Parcel Number
- 78726120
- On Market Date
- 2026-09-05
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- All Bedrooms Up
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Living Room, See Through
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Family Room
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre
- Pool Features
- Fenced, In Ground, Association
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Avelino (AVEL)
- Community Features
- Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Association Amenities
- Sport Court, Fire Pit, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts, Trails
- Second HOA Dues
- $72
The record
Property History for 12 Willowbrook Ln
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | Price reduced | $1,050,000 | From $1,075,000 |
| Sep 5, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,125,000 | |
| Dec 23, 2019 | Sold | $676,000 | Kimberly Parham, Broker |
| Feb 22, 2016 | Sold | $498,750 | Ryen Real Estate |
Price and status changes recorded since Oct 3, 2026.
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.28% · 30-yr fixed$
$8,247/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $105,000 down
Principal & interest$6,466
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$394
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$901
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$306
HOA from listing$180
$7,134/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $210,000 down
Principal & interest$5,747
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$901
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$306
HOA from listing$180
$6,416/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $315,000 down
Principal & interest$5,029
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$901
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$306
HOA from listing$180
Estimated carrying cost
$1,387/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$180
Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.28% (week of Oct 1, 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.
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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.
Avelino home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 6
- Median price
- $1,139,950
- Median days on market
- 13
- Median per sq ft
- $711
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 2, 2025 to Oct 2, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent Avelino sales
At $714 per square foot, this home's asking price is close to the Avelino median of $711 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Avelino sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Willowbrook | Jun 26, 2026 | $1,095,000 | 1,470 | $745 | 107 |
| 44 Willowbrook Lane | Jun 25, 2026 | $1,129,900 | 1,397 | $809 | 15 |
| 27 Acorn Ridge | Jun 1, 2026 | $1,150,000 | 1,702 | $676 | 10 |
| 10 Acorn | Apr 27, 2026 | $1,067,000 | 1,470 | $726 | 23 |
| 15 Tanglewood | Feb 23, 2026 | $1,150,000 | 1,702 | $676 | 7 |
Schools
School District for 12 Willowbrook Ln
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Capistrano Unified.
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Location
Location
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Listed by Arnold Maula of HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty
Listing information updated Oct 8, 2026 at 7:03 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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