12 Calle Ranchera, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
- 2 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,139 sq ft
- 4,500 sq ft lot
- Built 1987
Subdivision Ranchwood (R1)
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The home
About 12 Calle Ranchera
SINGLE LEVEL LIVING IN RANCHWOOD! Welcome home to 12 Calle Ranchera, a detached 2 bedroom, 2 bath residence offering 1,139 square feet of thoughtfully updated living on a quiet interior street in the heart of Rancho Santa Margarita. Great curb appeal sets the tone with low maintenance turf and a private driveway leading to a 2 car attached garage with direct access. Inside, laminate flooring flows throughout an open floorplan filled with natural light, while plantation shutters and dual pane windows add comfort and style. Vaulted ceilings lift the living area, where a fireplace creates a warm gathering spot for quiet evenings and easy entertaining. The updated modern kitchen is a true standout, showcasing white shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, a blue subway tile backsplash, black hardware, and recessed lighting. The large primary suite also features vaulted ceilings, large closets and an updated ensuite with a vanity area, double sinks, and a walk in tiled shower. An updated guest bath serves the second bedroom, ideal for guests, a home office, or family. Step outside to a large, open backyard with concrete patio and artificial turf, ready for weekend barbecues, play, gardening, or simply relaxing in the Southern California sunshine. The home is equally appealing as a primary residence or a smart investment. Ownership includes SAMLARC, one of Orange County’s premier master associations, with access to the Lago Santa Margarita Beach Club and sandy lagoon, the lake, community pools, parks, clubhouses, tennis, pickleball, basketball and volleyball courts, picnic shelters, amphitheaters, and miles of scenic trails, plus year round community events. Families will appreciate highly regarded Saddleback Valley Unified schools, including Trabuco Mesa Elementary, Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate, and Trabuco Hills High. Neighborhood parks, O’Neill Regional Park, and shopping and dining at the town center are all close by, with convenient access to the 241 toll road. Simple, stylish, and move in ready, this is the one you have been waiting for!
Property details for 12 Calle Ranchera
This 2-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the Ranchwood (R1) neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County. It offers 1,139 square feet of living space and is listed at $995,000, about $874 per square foot. The home was built in 1987. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 833-291-17. Highlights include a community pool and spa, a fireplace, single-story living, 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.
Specifications
Home Details
At a glance
- Price
- $995,000
- Days On Site
- 3 Days
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,139 sqft
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 4,500 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1987
- MLS® Number
- PW26227025
- 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
- PW26227025
- Year Built
- 1987
- Builder
- Wittenberg-Livingston
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,139
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 4,500
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1033
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Neighborhood
- HOA Dues
- $91
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- SAMLARC
- Parcel Number
- 83329117
- On Market Date
- 2026-10-20
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Ceiling Fans, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Gas Range, Vented Exhaust Fan
- Flooring
- Laminate
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows
- Accessibility
- No Stairs
- Rooms
- Primary Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen, Bedroom, Living Room, Primary Bathroom
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Spanish
- Exterior Features
- Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Concrete, Tile
- Construction
- Stucco
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Drip Irrigation Bubblers, Front Yard, Landscaped, Sprinkler System, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Front Porch
- Parking
- Door Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage
- Fencing
- Wood
- Pool Features
- Association
- Spa
- Association
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Ranchwood (R1) (RW)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Foothills, Lake, Park, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Sport Court, Dog Park, Management, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts, Trails
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 12 Calle Ranchera
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 20, 2026 | Listed for sale | $995,000 | |
| May 5, 2025 | Sold | $990,000 | EHM Real Estate, Inc. |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 12 Calle Ranchera
We looked up this home's map point in public government maps. These facts are not part of the MLS listing.
Hazard zones
- Flood zone
Zone X, area of minimal flood hazard. Outside FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area.
FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, FIRM panel 06059C0339J effective December 3, 2009. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, Local Responsibility Area.
CAL FIRE, State Fire Marshal map for Local Responsibility Areas, March 24, 2025. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Earthquake fault zone
Outside the Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones.
California Geological Survey, Earthquake Fault Zones. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Liquefaction zone
Outside the liquefaction zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Santiago Peak quadrangle, released December 20, 2002. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Landslide zone
Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Santiago Peak quadrangle, released December 20, 2002. Checked October 15, 2026.
Internet and charging
- Fixed internet
Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 67 of 67 residential locations in this census block. DSL: AT&T, up to 75 Mbps, at 67 of 67. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 7 of 67.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590320503009, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.7 miles away (Electrify America, 1 Level 2 and 3 DC fast ports). 42 public charging ports within 3 miles.
U.S. Department of Energy, Alternative Fuels Data Center. Straight-line distance. Checked October 15, 2026.
These facts are for the listing's map point, which can sit off the lot. A zone line can also cross a lot, and agencies revise their maps. In cities, the fire zone line follows the State Fire Marshal's 2025 map; each city adopts its own map and may add areas. These lines are not a Natural Hazard Disclosure. Check the official maps and the seller's disclosures before you rely on them. Sources for the earthquake zone lines: Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones (2025). Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Seismic Hazard Zones (2025).
Official maps
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.32% · 30-yr fixed$
$7,759/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $99,500 down
Principal & interest$6,151
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$373
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$854
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$290
HOA from listing$91
$6,703/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $199,000 down
Principal & interest$5,468
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$854
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$290
HOA from listing$91
$6,019/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $298,500 down
Principal & interest$4,784
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$854
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$290
HOA from listing$91
Estimated carrying cost
$1,235/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$854
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$290
HOA from listing$91
Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.32% (week of Oct 22, 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.
Rancho Santa Margarita home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 255
- Median price
- $1,325,000
- Median days on market
- 15
- Median per sq ft
- $633
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 16, 2025 to Oct 16, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent Rancho Santa Margarita sales
At $874 per square foot, this home's asking price is 38% above the Rancho Santa Margarita median of $633 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Rancho Santa Margarita sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Pyrite | Oct 16, 2026 | $1,080,000 | 1,994 | $542 | 70 |
| 33 Lazurite | Oct 16, 2026 | $1,290,000 | 2,545 | $507 | 27 |
| 16 Calle Larspur | Oct 16, 2026 | $1,200,000 | 1,482 | $810 | 6 |
| 36 Berlamo | Oct 14, 2026 | $1,525,000 | 2,532 | $602 | 0 |
| 11 Willowglade | Oct 8, 2026 | $2,310,000 | 3,376 | $684 | 0 |
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Schools
Schools for 12 Calle Ranchera
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Trabuco Mesa
- Middle
- Rancho Santa Margarita
- High
- Trabuco
- District
- Saddleback Valley Unified
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Location
Location
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Listed by Peter Au of Pacific Sotheby's International Realty
Listing information updated Oct 21, 2026 at 12:11 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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