Welcome to 38 Carnation, a beautifully situated end-unit condo in the desirable Mission Greens community of Rancho Santa Margarita. This home offers a spacious, open, and inviting floor plan designed for comfortable everyday living and easy entertaining.
The cozy kitchen features a convenient slider that opens directly to a private patio perfect for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or simply relaxing in your own quiet space. Inside, vaulted ceilings create an airy atmosphere while allowing abundant natural light to pour in, enhancing the home’s warm and welcoming feel. Upstairs, you’ll find two generously sized bedrooms along with well-appointed bathrooms, providing ample space for family, guests, or a home office.
Living in Mission Greens means enjoying a peaceful, well-maintained neighborhood with lush surroundings and a true sense of community. One of the standout features of this location is its close proximity to Rancho Santa Margarita Lake, just minutes away. Residents can enjoy scenic walking trails, waterfront views, dining, and year-round outdoor activities, making it easy to embrace an active Southern California lifestyle.
Conveniently located near shopping centers, restaurants, parks, and major freeways, this home offers the perfect balance of tranquility and accessibility. Whether you’re commuting or staying local, everything you need is within reach.
Don’t miss the opportunity to own a bright and charming home in one of Rancho Santa Margarita’s most sought-after communities.
For sale
Listed by: RE/MAX TerraSol • Erica Johnson • Contact: 714-536-6529
Price cut: $10K (6/21)
$885,000
38 Carnation, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
3beds
1,325sqft
Condominium
Built in 1986
-- sqft lot
$878,100 Zestimate®
$668/sqft
$398/mo HOA
What's special
- 59 days |
- 890 |
- 30 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Erica Johnson DRE #01912397 714-248-2036,
RE/MAX TerraSol
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC26096131
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Dining Room
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, All Bedrooms Up
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: 1 Common Wall,End Unit
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,325 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Front Door
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Patio
- Pool features: Association
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 0.99 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 93096517
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1986
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Near National Forest, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: Mission Greens (R1) (Mg)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Dog Park, Meeting/Banquet/Party Room, Maintenance Front Yard, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Recreation Room, Spa/Hot Tub
- HOA fee: $309 monthly
- HOA name: Mission Greens
- HOA phone: 714-845-7959
- Second HOA fee: $89 monthly
Location
- Region: Rancho Santa Margarita
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $668/sqft
- Date on market: 5/7/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 59 days
- Listing terms: Cash to New Loan
Estimated market value
$878,100
$834,000 - $922,000
$3,622/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/21/2026 | Price change | $885,000-1.1%$668/sqft |
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| 5/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $895,000$675/sqft |
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Public tax history
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Monthly payment
Est. payment$--/mo
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92688
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Trabuco Mesa Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Trabuco Hills High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.2 mi
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