Welcome home a stunning, turnkey single-family residence in Rancho Santa Margarita. 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!
For sale
Listed by: HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty • Arnold Maula • Contact: 949-241-3213
Price cut: $30K (9/9)
$1,095,000
12 Willowbrook Ln, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
3beds
1,470sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
4,278 Square Feet Lot
$1,086,400 Zestimate®
$745/sqft
$180/mo HOA
What's special
- 19 days
- 700
- 33
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Arnold Maula DRE #01764808 949-241-3213,
HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC26193823
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Family Room
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- All Bedrooms Up
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, See Through
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,470 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 1
- Pool features: Fenced, In Ground, Association
Lot
- Size: 4,278 Square Feet
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 78726120
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1996
Details
- Builder name: San Juan Group
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: Avelino (Avel)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Sport Court, Fire Pit, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
- HOA fee: $108 monthly
- HOA name: Las Flores
- HOA phone: 800-428-5588
- Second HOA fee: $72 monthly
Location
- Region: Rancho Santa Margarita
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $745/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $754,089
- Date on market: 9/5/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 19 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,Submit
Estimated market value
$1,086,400
$1.03M - $1.14M
$4,468/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/9/2026 | Price change | $1,095,000-2.7%$745/sqft |
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| 9/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,125,000+66.4%$765/sqft |
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| 12/23/2019 | Sold | $676,000-1.9%$460/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #OC19226202 Report a problem | ||
| 11/12/2019 | Pending sale | $689,000$469/sqft |
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| 10/31/2019 | Price change | $689,000-1.4%$469/sqft |
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| 9/27/2019 | Listed for sale | $699,000+40.1%$476/sqft |
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| 2/22/2016 | Sold | $499,000-1.2%$339/sqft |
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| 12/8/2015 | Pending sale | $505,000$344/sqft |
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| 9/4/2015 | Price change | $505,000-1.9%$344/sqft |
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| 8/29/2015 | Price change | $515,000-1.9%$350/sqft |
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| 8/21/2015 | Price change | $525,000-1.9%$357/sqft |
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| 8/14/2015 | Price change | $535,000-1.8%$364/sqft |
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| 8/7/2015 | Price change | $545,000-1.8%$371/sqft |
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| 7/31/2015 | Price change | $555,000-1.8%$378/sqft |
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| 7/25/2015 | Price change | $565,000-1.7%$384/sqft |
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| 7/17/2015 | Listed for sale | $575,000+155.6%$391/sqft |
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| 6/7/1999 | Sold | $225,000+33.1%$153/sqft |
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| 7/5/1996 | Sold | $169,000$115/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $754,089 +2% |
| 2025 | $7,552 +1.9% | $739,303 +2% |
| 2024 | $7,408 +2.2% | $724,807 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,245 +1.9% | $710,596 +2% |
| 2022 | $7,109 -7.2% | $696,663 +2% |
| 2021 | $7,657 -10.6% | $683,003 +1% |
| 2020 | $8,568 +11.5% | $676,000 +27.7% |
| 2019 | $7,684 +11.9% | $529,276 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,866 -3.9% | $518,899 +2% |
| 2017 | $7,144 | $508,725 +70.7% |
| 2016 | $7,144 +65.3% | $297,965 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,322 -3.3% | $293,490 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,471 | $287,741 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $286,441 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $280,825 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $275,319 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $273,262 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $273,912 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $268,542 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $263,277 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $258,115 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $253,054 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $248,093 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $243,546 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $238,771 +2% |
| 2001 | $4,075 +1.9% | $234,090 +2% |
| 2000 | $3,997 | $229,500 |
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