
16 Calle Maria, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
16 Calle Maria, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Property Description
Welcome to 16 Calle Maria in the highly desirable lakeside community of Marbella in Rancho Santa Margarita! Rarely available SINGLE STORY living filled with character and charm, this inviting home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an attached 2-car garage with a driveway, plus only one shared wall for added privacy. Plenty of guest parking is conveniently located directly in front of the home, making it easy to welcome family and friends. The grand living room is truly the heart of the home, featuring soaring high ceilings, recessed lighting, and a romantic fireplace with a custom mantel, creating a warm and inviting ambiance. The charming dining alcove showcases custom stained glass windows that add timeless character and architectural charm. If you are looking for that WOW factor, this is it! The perfect space to relax, entertain, and create lasting memories. The spacious primary suite features vaulted ceilings and dual oversized walk-in closets with custom closet organizers, providing exceptional storage and organization while creating a true sense of space and comfort. The primary bathroom is enhanced by a skylight that fills the space with beautiful natural light, creating a bright and airy retreat. This home has been beautifully refreshed with brand-new laminate flooring, new baseboards, fresh interior paint in Dunn-Edwards Light Beige, new recessed lighting, updated electrical switches and outlets, and new bathroom light fixtures, making it truly move-in ready. Plantation shutters in select rooms add timeless style and warmth throughout. Enjoy everything Marbella has to offer, just moments from the lake, resort-style pool and spa, parks, restaurants, shopping, and scenic walking trails. This is a rare opportunity to own a charming SINGLE STORY home in one of Rancho Santa Margarita's most sought-after communities.
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Comparative Market Analysis
Affordable Tier · 5 active · 5 closed
Rancho Santa Margarita · Condominium
Listed 26.1% above the median closed sale of $705,000. Closed comps sold at 102% of list — strong seller's market.
Price Position
Positioned above the market — commands a premium.
Active Properties (5)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Calle Del Norte | Rancho Santa Margarita | 1989 | 2 | 2 | 1,503 | 0 | $665 | $999,900 | 157 | 90 |
| 12 Via Empanada | Rancho Santa Margarita | 1992 | 2 | 2 | 1,503 | 0 | $715 | $1.07M | 122 | 89 |
| 12 Montana Del Lago Drive | Rancho Santa Margarita | 1992 | 3 | 2 | 1,344 | 52,296 | $543 | $730,000 | 128 | 86 |
| 189 Encantado Canyon | Rancho Santa Margarita | 1992 | 2 | 2 | 1,230 | 4,073 | $671 | $825,000 | 147 | 84 |
| 54 Paseo Viento | Rancho Santa Margarita | 1997 | 2 | 3 | 1,256 | 37,713 | $669 | $840,000 | 72 | 83 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 2.2 | 2.2 | 1,367.2 | 31,360.667 | $652.6 | $893,960 | 125.2 | |||
| Median | 1,344 | $840,000 | ||||||||
Closed Properties (5)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Encantado | Rancho Santa Margarita | 1990 | 08/25/2026 | 2 | 2 | 1,329 | 3,842 | $759,000 | $740,000 | $557 | 0.97 | 96 | 88 |
| 59 Via Cordoba | Rancho Santa Margarita | 1994 | 09/16/2026 | 2 | 2 | 1,318 | 19,500 | $699,000 | $705,000 | $535 | 1.01 | 75 | 87 |
| 73 Camino Del Oro | Rancho Santa Margarita | 1992 | 09/29/2026 | 2 | 2 | 1,225 | 25,172 | $699,000 | $695,000 | $567 | 0.99 | 56 | 87 |
| 67 Wild Horse | Rancho Santa Margarita | 1987 | 10/06/2026 | 3 | 3 | 1,460 | 48,609 | $905,000 | $920,000 | $630 | 1.02 | 24 | 85 |
| 10 Geranium | Rancho Santa Margarita | 1986 | 08/28/2026 | 2 | 2 | 1,019 | 30,296 | $499,990 | $549,000 | $539 | 1.10 | 28 | 83 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 2.2 | 2.2 | 1,270.2 | 25,483.8 | $721,800 | $721,800 | $565.6 | — | 55.8 | ||||
| Median | 1,318 | $705,000 | $705,000 | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.