16 Allyssum
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Listing broker / agent: COMPASS · Carol Keefer · 626-826-1067 · CRMLS
MLS # CV26239842 · Last checked Nov 14, 2026 18:51 UTC
About this property
Welcome to Montecito! Nestled in the highly desirable Montecito community of Rancho Santa Margarita, this beautifully upgraded home offers modern style, thoughtful upgrades, and everyday comfort. As you approach, enjoy picturesque views of Saddleback Mountain, setting the stage for all this wonderful home offers. Step inside to a light-filled, open floor plan designed for comfortable living. Recently painted interiors and newer luxury vinyl flooring throughout create a fresh, contemporary feel. A natural flow connects the living room, dining area, and kitchen, while soaring vaulted ceilings expand the spacious feeling. The beautifully updated kitchen is both stylish and functional, featuring striking blue cabinetry, sleek quartz countertops, a premium ZLINE gas range, and a convenient microwave drawer. Newer Samsung dishwasher and refrigerator. The breakfast area and family room create the perfect gathering space for family and friends. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite is a peaceful retreat, featuring vaulted ceilings, large windows, and a private en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower and separate water closet. Two additional bedrooms share a well-appointed Jack-and-Jill bathroom, offering a practical and comfortable layout. Fresh paint, smart doorknobs, and recently updated finishes add to the home's move-in-ready appeal. The backyard offers a private, low-maintenance setting, ideal for enjoying Southern California's year-round outdoor lifestyle. Energy-conscious features include Fully Paid Solar at the close of escrow to help offset electricity costs, a Tesla Powerwall 3 conveniently located along the side of the home, and a Tesla EV charger conveniently located inside the garage. Enjoy being within walking distance of Trabuco Mesa Elementary School, Trabuco Mesa Park, and the beautiful Rancho Santa Margarita Lake. Shopping, restaurants, and entertainment are just minutes away. Residents also enjoy access to the exceptional SAMLARC community amenities, including the lake, beach club, swimming pools, parks, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball courts, hiking trails, and community meeting and banquet facilities. Combining thoughtful upgrades, energy-conscious features, and an exceptional community lifestyle, this is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy all that Montecito and Rancho Santa Margarita have to offer!
Property details
- MLS number
- CV26239842
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 3 Beds • 3 Baths
- Living area
- 1,652 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.1033 acres
- County
- Orange
- Year built
- 1987
- Stories
- 2
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Listing
- Days on market
- 1
Building
- Year built
- 1987
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Architectural style
- Contemporary
- Stories
- 2
- Building stories
- 2
- Levels
- Two
- Entry level
- 1
- Construction
- Stucco
- Roof
- Spanish Tile
- Foundation
- Slab
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 1
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 0
- Main-level bathrooms
- 1
- Rooms
- Bathroom, Bedroom, Entry Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Primary Bedroom, Dining Room
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Range, Free Standing Range, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater
- Interior features
- Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, All Bedrooms Up, Dressing Area, Jack And Jill Bath, Primary Suite
- Flooring
- Laminate
- Heating
- Forced Air, Solar
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Gas
- Laundry
- In Garage
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 4
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Direct Access, Door Single, Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Side By Side
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- Community, In Ground, Association
- Spa
- Association, Community, In Ground
- Patio / porch
- Concrete
- Lot features
- Back Yard, Close To Clubhouse, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Street Level, Walkstreet, Yard
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Fencing
- Block, Vinyl, Wood
- Property outlook
- Hills, Neighborhood
Utilities & community
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Community features
- Biking, Curbs, Foothills, Fishing, Hiking, Lake, Park, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Water Sports, Pool
- Association amenities
- Meeting Room, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts, Trails
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $91.00
- Association fee frequency
- Monthly
Schools reported in the listing
- Elementary school
- Trabuco Mesa
- Middle / junior school
- Rancho Santa Margarita
- High school
- Trabucco Hills
- High school district
- Saddleback Valley Unified
School information is supplied with the listing. Confirm current attendance boundaries and enrollment eligibility directly with the school district.
Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Trabuco Mesa Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | K–6 | 0.1 mi |
| Robinson Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Trabuco Canyon | K–6 | 0.4 mi |
| Trabuco Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Trabuco Canyon | K–6 | 0.7 mi |
| Cielo Vista Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | K–6 | 0.8 mi |
| Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate Saddleback Valley Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | 7–8 | 1.0 mi |
| Melinda Heights Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | K–6 | 2.1 mi |
| Tijeras Creek Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | K–5 | 2.4 mi |
| Arroyo Vista Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | 6–8 | 3.0 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $1,220,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $1,220,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Nov 9, 2026 08:45 | $1,220,000 |
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