1 Box Elder
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Listing broker / agent: First Team Real Estate · Sunny An · 714-350-1828 · CRMLS
MLS # PW26211116 · Last checked Oct 22, 2026 05:26 UTC
About this property
Beautifully updated home in the desirable Mission Courts II community of Rancho Santa Margarita, offering a thoughtfully remodeled interior, abundant parking, and access to an incredible collection of community amenities. The kitchen has been completely rebuilt with new cabinetry featuring soft-close doors and drawers, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a new range. High-quality laminate flooring flows throughout the living areas, complemented by recessed dimmable lighting and ceiling fans in every room. All bathrooms have been remodeled, with quartz countertops upstairs and marble in the downstairs bath. The primary bath features a beautifully updated shower, modern finishes, and custom storage. Additional upgrades include an HVAC system replaced in 2019, partially updated ductwork, and an AC system capable of accommodating HEPA-quality filtration. The living room is prewired for a full seven-channel surround sound system with convenient access for TV mounting and connections. Outside, enjoy a private patio finished with pavers, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Parking is a standout feature with a one-car garage plus two additional parking permits, providing parking for up to three vehicles. The garage also features 120V electrical outlets. Mission Courts II residents enjoy a community pool, spa, and children's play area, along with access to SAMLARC amenities including pools, pickleball and tennis courts, picnic areas, playgrounds, softball fields, hiking and biking trails, and the Lago Santa Margarita Beach Club and lagoon. Conveniently located near Lake Rancho Santa Margarita, shopping, dining, recreation, and highly regarded local schools, this updated home offers the best of the Rancho Santa Margarita lifestyle.
Property details
- MLS number
- PW26211116
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Condominium
- Beds / baths
- 2 Beds • 3 Baths
- Living area
- 1,031 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.6414 acres
- County
- Orange
- Year built
- 1988
- Stories
- 2
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Listing
- Days on market
- 1
Building
- Year built
- 1988
- Year built source
- Public Records
- Architectural style
- Mediterranean
- Stories
- 2
- Building stories
- 2
- Levels
- Two
- Entry level
- 1
- Construction
- Drywall
- Roof
- Tile
- Foundation
- None
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 1
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 0
- Main-level bathrooms
- 1
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room
- Appliances
- Gas Oven, Gas Range, Dryer, Washer
- Interior features
- High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Up
- Flooring
- Laminate
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, In Kitchen, Stacked
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 6
- Garage spaces
- 3
- Carport spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Garage, Permit Required
- Attached garage
- No
- Pool
- Community, Association
- Spa
- Association, Community
- Patio / porch
- Patio
- Exterior features
- Rain Gutters
- Lot features
- Level
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Fencing
- None
- Property outlook
- Neighborhood
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
- Community features
- Hiking, Lake, Suburban, Sidewalks, Pool
- Association amenities
- Electricity, Playground, Pool, Spa Hot Tub
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $478.00
- Association fee frequency
- Monthly
- Additional association fee
- $91.00
- Additional fee frequency
- Monthly
Schools reported in the listing
- 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cielo Vista Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | K–6 | 0.3 mi |
| Trabuco Mesa Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | K–6 | 0.5 mi |
| Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate Saddleback Valley Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | 7–8 | 0.5 mi |
| Trabuco Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Trabuco Canyon | K–6 | 0.6 mi |
| Robinson Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Trabuco Canyon | K–6 | 0.9 mi |
| Melinda Heights Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | K–6 | 1.6 mi |
| Tijeras Creek Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | K–5 | 1.8 mi |
| Arroyo Vista Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | 6–8 | 2.5 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
- $675,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $675,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 06:01 | $675,000 |
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Property taxes
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Market trends in Rancho Santa Margarita
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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