Welcome to this beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome ideally located just steps from the scenic Rancho Santa Margarita Lake. This light-filled home offers the privacy of having no neighbors above or below, creating the feel of a detached residence. A 1 car detached garage is ideal for parking and providing lots of storage!
The inviting floor plan features wood laminate flooring throughout the main living areas, complemented by plush carpeting upstairs for added comfort. Abundant windows fill the home with natural light, creating a bright and airy atmosphere throughout. The spacious living and dining areas flow seamlessly, making the home perfect for both everyday living and entertaining.
Upstairs, you’ll find two generously sized bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom, while a convenient powder room is located on the main level for guests. Step outside to your private patio—an ideal space for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or simply relaxing in a peaceful setting.
Enjoy an unbeatable location just moments from the lake, walking trails, parks, shopping, dining, and all the amenities that make Rancho Santa Margarita one of Orange County’s most desirable communities. This exceptional townhome offers comfort, privacy, and a lifestyle you’ll love.
Access to Rancho Santa Margarita’s master-planned community amenities like the beach club, lake, tennis courts, water park, trails, and much more are included with your HOA dues. No Mello Roos! Tax rate is about 1.01%!
The inviting floor plan features wood laminate flooring throughout the main living areas, complemented by plush carpeting upstairs for added comfort. Abundant windows fill the home with natural light, creating a bright and airy atmosphere throughout. The spacious living and dining areas flow seamlessly, making the home perfect for both everyday living and entertaining.
Upstairs, you’ll find two generously sized bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom, while a convenient powder room is located on the main level for guests. Step outside to your private patio—an ideal space for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or simply relaxing in a peaceful setting.
Enjoy an unbeatable location just moments from the lake, walking trails, parks, shopping, dining, and all the amenities that make Rancho Santa Margarita one of Orange County’s most desirable communities. This exceptional townhome offers comfort, privacy, and a lifestyle you’ll love.
Access to Rancho Santa Margarita’s master-planned community amenities like the beach club, lake, tennis courts, water park, trails, and much more are included with your HOA dues. No Mello Roos! Tax rate is about 1.01%!
Property Details
Price:
$650,000
MLS #:
OC26132397
Status:
Active
Beds:
2
Baths:
3
Type:
Condo
Subtype:
Condominium
Subdivision:
Mission Courts R2 MC
Neighborhood:
r2ranchosantamargaritacentral
Listed Date:
Jun 18, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
926
Lot Size:
30,955 sqft / 0.71 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1987
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Schools
School District:
Saddleback Valley Unified
Elementary School:
Trabuco Mesa
Middle School:
Rancho Santa Margarita
High School:
Trabuco Hills
Interior
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
CA
Laundry Features
IN
Levels
U
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Exterior
Common Walls
_2CW
Community Features
SDW, STM, SL, SUB, CRB, LAKE, PARK, HIKI, BIKI, DGP
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Spots
1
Parking Total
1
View
NE
Financial
HOA Fee
$478
HOA Fee 2
$91
HOA Fee 2 Frequency
MO
HOA Fee Frequency
MO
Map
Community
- Address16 Buckthorn Rancho Santa Margarita CA
- SubdivisionMission Courts (R2) (MC)
- CityRancho Santa Margarita
- CountyOrange
- Zip Code92688
Subdivisions in Rancho Santa Margarita
- Arroyo Vista AV
- Ballantree BALT
- Belflora BLF
- Bella Ventana BVT
- Belterraza BTR
- Brisa del Lago I BD
- Brisa del Lago II BDII
- Cabo Vista CVS
- Cabrillo Vista CAVI
- California Del Sol CDS
- Cantobrio I R1 CB1
- Castile CAST
- Cierra Del Lago CDL
- Corte Melina CM
- Cresta Vista CRV
- Estrella Vista ESV
- Fairway Estates DCFE
- Fairway Ridge DFR
- Fieldstone Classics FLCL
- Granada GRN
- Greystone Arbor GRAR
- Lakeridge DLR
- Las Flores R1 LF
- Las Flores R2 LF
- Laurels DLAU
- Los Abanicos LOSA
- Los Paseos LOPA
- Los Portillos LSP
- Lyon Promenade LYPM
- Mission Courts R1 MC
- Mission Greens R1 MG
- Montana Del Lago MDL
- Montecito MO
- Montilla MNT
- Oaks DOK
- Ranchwood R2 RW
- Sea Country SEAC
- Serabrisa SRB
- Sonoma Court SCT
- Sterling Heights DSH
- Summit Crest DSC
- Terracina TERC
- Tierra Montanosa TIEM
- Tijeras Creek Villas TCV
- Trabuco – Elms THE
- Trabuco – Homestead THH
- Traditions TRAD
- Valle Vista VLV
- Veranda VERA
- Vista Ladera R2 VL
- Warmington Homes DWH
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Condo in Rancho Santa Margarita as of Jun 23, 2026
53
Condo Listed
53
Avg DOM
673
Avg $ / SqFt
$655,020
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Mission Courts (R2) (MC) subdivision, 16 Buckthorn Rancho Santa Margarita CA is a Condo for sale in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688. It is listed for $650,000 and features 2 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 926 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1987. The current price per square foot is $702. The average price per square foot for Condo listings in Rancho Santa Margarita is $673. The average listing price for Condo in Rancho Santa Margarita is $655,020.
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