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Sold for $1,485,000
  • Listing Provided by: Real Broker
    Bought with: RE/MAX Select One
    $1,485,000

    26 Santa Sophia, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

    6beds
    3,225sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1999
    5,000 Square Feet Lot
    $1,624,000 Zestimate®
    $460/sqft
    $6,523 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,624,000

    $1.54M - $1.72M

    $6,523/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    Discover your dream family home nestled in a prestigious gated community in Rancho Santa Margarita. This grand 6-bedroom, 4-bathroom residence is designed for comfort and elegance, featuring a 3-car garage and a vast floor plan that includes formal dining and living areas, ideal for hosting and family gatherings. Enter into a welcoming environment with a spacious living room and an elegant formal dining room, perfect for celebrations and formal meals. The open kitchen, complete with an oversized island, provides a fluid connection to the family room, creating an inviting space for casual dining and relaxation. This home offers a desirable layout with a convenient main floor bedroom that includes direct access to a full bathroom, ideal for guests or as an in-law suite. Ascend to the upper level where you will find five additional bedrooms. The master suite is exceptionally large, offering a private retreat within the home. Additionally, another bedroom features its own en-suite bathroom, enhancing privacy for family members or guests. Located within a secure gated community, this home provides safety and a peaceful living environment. As a resident here in RSM you can enjoy access to a plethora of community amenities including parks, 4 olympic-sized swimming pools, sport courts, and the coveted sand bottom beach entry swim lagoon located next to RSM Lake, which allows for catch and release fishing. This property is not just a home, but a lifestyle choice, offering luxurious living in a family-friendly environment. The community’s amenities and the home’s proximity to award winning schools, make it a coveted location for those seeking convenience and quality of life.

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    Listing Provided by:

    Nancy Babcock DRE #01311802 949-422-7582,

    Real Broker,

    Eric Babcock DRE #02077837,

    Real Broker

    Bought with:

    Michelle Ranieri, DRE #01820679

    RE/MAX Select One

    Lori McGuire, DRE #00959318

    RE/MAX Select One

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC24066725MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 6
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Bedroom
    • Features: Bedroom on Main Level
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Laundry: Laundry Room
    Features
    • Separate/Formal Dining Room, Bedroom on Main Level, Jack and Jill Bath
    • Flooring: Carpet, See Remarks, Tile
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Family Room
    • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 3,225 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Direct Access, Driveway, Garage
    • Attached garage spaces: 3
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Entry location: 1
    • Pool features: Association
    • Spa features: None
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: None
    Lot
    • Size: 5,000 sqft
    • Features: Front Yard, Yard
    Details
    • Parcel number: 80553131
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Mediterranean
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1999
    Details
    • Builder name: William Lyon

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Community
    • Community features: Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Gutter(s), Lake, Street Lights, Sidewalks
    Location
    • Region: Rancho Santa Margarita
    • Subdivision: Lyon Monterrey (Lymr)

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • HOA fee: $81 monthly
    • Amenities included: Bocce Court, Dog Park, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
    • Association name: Samlarc
    • Association phone: 949-709-0010
    • Second HOA fee: $158 monthly
    • Second association name: Monterrey Estates
    • Second association phone: 949-450-0202

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,1031 Exchange

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/10/2024Sold$1,485,000-4.1%$460/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24066725 Report a problem
    7/7/2024Pending sale$1,549,000$480/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24066725 Report a problem
    6/7/2024Contingent$1,549,000$480/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24066725 Report a problem
    5/16/2024Listed for sale$1,549,000+129.5%$480/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24066725 Report a problem
    2/15/2012Listing removed$675,000$209/sqft
    Source: Century 21 Award #S666945 Report a problem
    12/22/2011Listed for sale$675,000$209/sqft
    Source: Century 21 Award #S666945 Report a problem
    11/1/2011Listing removed$675,000$209/sqft
    Source: Satcal Inc. #S666945 Report a problem
    8/25/2011Price change$675,000-2.9%$209/sqft
    Source: Satcal Inc. #S666945 Report a problem
    7/19/2011Listed for sale$695,000+16.6%$216/sqft
    Source: Satcal Inc. #S666945 Report a problem
    4/30/2003Sold$596,000+45.9%$185/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    3/16/2000Sold$408,500$127/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$6,294 -27%$621,712 -26.5%
    2024$8,626 +2.3%$846,276 +2%
    2023$8,434 +1.9%$829,683 +2%
    2022$8,274 +1.9%$813,415 +2%
    2021$8,118 +0.9%$797,466 +1%
    2020$8,042 $789,289 +2%
    2019$8,042 -6.9%$773,813 +2%
    2018$8,640 +1.3%$758,641 +2%
    2017$8,530 $743,766 +2%
    2016$8,530 +2.3%$729,183 +1.5%
    2015$8,341 +1.5%$718,230 +2%
    2014$8,214 $704,161 +7%
    2013-- $658,000
    2012-- $658,000
    2011-- $658,000
    2010-- $658,000 +6.1%
    2009-- $620,000 -5.7%
    2008-- $657,172 +2%
    2007-- $644,287 +2%
    2006-- $631,654 +2%
    2005-- $619,269 +2%
    2004-- $607,127 +40.1%
    2003-- $433,503 +2%
    2002-- $425,003 +2%
    2001$6,613 -14.6%$416,670 -7.1%
    2000$7,746 $448,488

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 92688

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Arroyo Vista
    • High: Tesoro

    Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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