This beautiful, two-story, 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath, corner-end unit is nestled in the charming Mission Courts II community. The entire home exudes a light, bright, and airy ambiance and has been fully remodeled. It features hardwood flooring, recessed lighting, and accent paint colors, along with custom cabinets, countertops, and window coverings throughout.
Upon entering on the lower level, you are greeted by a large, comfortable family room complete with a cozy fireplace. The spacious kitchen boasts granite countertops, upgraded cabinets, and stainless-steel appliances, including a stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator. Just off the kitchen and through a sliding glass privacy door, you'll find a separate pantry, powder room, and an inside laundry area equipped with front-loading washer and dryer. The adjoining dining area leads to a fully enclosed, private patio, which is perfect for entertaining and relaxation.
An open stairway leads up to the second level, where you will find two primary suites, that feature vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and stunning mountain views. Both primary suites include their own private en-suite bathroom with shower/tub combos and mirrored closet doors.
The community offers a sparkling swimming pool, spa, barbecue area, and a play yard. Included with the unit is a single detached garage, and there is ample off-street parking available.
This magnificent, rare-find home is just a short walk from local shopping and restaurants. It is conveniently located directly across the street from Lake Rancho Santa Margarita and includes access to the Beach Club Lagoon, hiking and biking trails, parks, sports courts, and picnic areas.
Sold for $630,000
Listed by: HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty • Isaac Bowser • Contact: 949-365-1888
Bought with: Coldwell Banker Realty
$630,000
13 Buckthorn #156, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
2beds
1,031sqft
Condominium
Built in 1988
-- sqft lot
$634,700 Zestimate®
$611/sqft
$3,421 Estimated rent
Home value
$634,700
$584,000 - $692,000
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Listed by:
Isaac Bowser DRE #01742480 949-330-0929,
HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty
Bought with:
Steven Faskowitz, DRE #01968450
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC25016955
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Closet, Stacked
Features
- Granite Counters, High Ceilings, All Bedrooms Up, Primary Suite
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls,End Unit,No One Above,No One Below
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,031 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Ground Floor
- Patio & porch: Enclosed
- Pool features: Community, Fenced, Association
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Association, Community, Heated
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Details
- Parcel number: 93375182
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Fishing, Hiking, Lake, Park, Sidewalks, Pool
- Subdivision: Mission Courts (R1) (Mc)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Barbecue, Other, Playground, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub
- HOA fee: $291 monthly
- HOA name: Mission Courts II Community Association
- HOA phone: 949-261-8282
- Second HOA fee: $87 monthly
- Second HOA name: Samlarc
- Second HOA phone: 949-709-0010
Location
- Region: Rancho Santa Margarita
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $611/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $535,802
- Annual tax amount: $5,617
- Date on market: 1/23/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 14 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/18/2025 | Listing removed | $3,250$3/sqft |
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| 3/14/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,250$3/sqft |
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| 3/10/2025 | Sold | $630,000-2.9%$611/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #OC25016955 Report a problem | ||
| 2/7/2025 | Pending sale | $649,000$629/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #OC25016955 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $649,000+31.1%$629/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #OC25016955 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2021 | Sold | $495,000-1%$480/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2021 | Contingent | $499,900$485/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #OC20167151 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2021 | Pending sale | $499,900$485/sqft |
Source: Zutila, Inc #OC20167151 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2020 | Price change | $499,900+4.4%$485/sqft |
Source: Zutila, Inc #OC20167151 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2020 | Listed for sale | $478,999+97.9%$465/sqft |
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| 11/13/2002 | Sold | $242,000+47.6%$235/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2000 | Sold | $164,000$159/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,617 +2% | $535,802 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,508 +2.3% | $525,297 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,385 +1.7% | $514,998 +2% |
| 2022 | $5,295 -1.3% | $504,900 +56% |
| 2021 | $5,366 +59.4% | $323,663 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,365 | $320,345 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,365 -10.1% | $314,064 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,744 +0.3% | $307,906 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,734 | $301,869 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,734 -6.6% | $295,950 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,999 +5.2% | $291,505 +8.8% |
| 2014 | $3,800 | $267,900 +25% |
| 2013 | -- | $214,320 |
| 2012 | -- | $214,320 -6% |
| 2011 | -- | $228,000 -5.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $242,000 +8.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $223,000 -16.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $266,726 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $261,497 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $256,370 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $251,344 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $246,416 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $241,900 +44.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $167,280 +2% |
| 2001 | $2,644 +12.8% | $164,000 +21.5% |
| 2000 | $2,343 | $135,000 |
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Neighborhood: 92688
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