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Rancho Santa Margarita real estate Market Report.

Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Rancho Santa Margarita real estate market. *

Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot

Jul 1, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026

Median sale price
$1M
-12% from Q2 '26
Median list price
$940K
-8.3% from Q2 '26
Active listings
256
-2.3% from Q2 '26
Homes sold
129
+11% from Q2 '26
New pendings
121
-10% from Q2 '26
New listings
138
-16% from Q2 '26

Quarterly Pricing Trends for Rancho Santa Margarita

Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.

Quarterly Pricing Trends for Rancho Santa Margarita Q4 '21 Q4 '22 Q4 '23 Q4 '24 Q4 '25 Q3 '26 Median sale price in Oct 2021 - Dec 2021: $850K Median sale price in Jan 2022 - Mar 2022: $945K Median sale price in Apr 2022 - Jun 2022: $935K Median sale price in Jul 2022 - Sep 2022: $813K Median sale price in Oct 2022 - Dec 2022: $835K Median sale price in Jan 2023 - Mar 2023: $858K Median sale price in Apr 2023 - Jun 2023: $925K Median sale price in Jul 2023 - Sep 2023: $880K Median sale price in Oct 2023 - Dec 2023: $900K Median sale price in Jan 2024 - Mar 2024: $970K Median sale price in Apr 2024 - Jun 2024: $1.1M Median sale price in Jul 2024 - Sep 2024: $1.1M Median sale price in Oct 2024 - Dec 2024: $1M Median sale price in Jan 2025 - Mar 2025: $975K Median sale price in Apr 2025 - Jun 2025: $996K Median sale price in Jul 2025 - Sep 2025: $1.1M Median sale price in Oct 2025 - Dec 2025: $1.1M Median sale price in Jan 2026 - Mar 2026: $1.1M Median sale price in Apr 2026 - Jun 2026: $1.2M Median sale price in Jul 2026 - Sep 2026: $1M Median list price in Oct 2021 - Dec 2021: $888K Median list price in Jan 2022 - Mar 2022: $899K Median list price in Apr 2022 - Jun 2022: $900K Median list price in Jul 2022 - Sep 2022: $840K Median list price in Oct 2022 - Dec 2022: $805K Median list price in Jan 2023 - Mar 2023: $890K Median list price in Apr 2023 - Jun 2023: $945K Median list price in Jul 2023 - Sep 2023: $925K Median list price in Oct 2023 - Dec 2023: $849K Median list price in Jan 2024 - Mar 2024: $975K Median list price in Apr 2024 - Jun 2024: $1.1M Median list price in Jul 2024 - Sep 2024: $1.1M Median list price in Oct 2024 - Dec 2024: $919K Median list price in Jan 2025 - Mar 2025: $1.1M Median list price in Apr 2025 - Jun 2025: $999K Median list price in Jul 2025 - Sep 2025: $995K Median list price in Oct 2025 - Dec 2025: $999K Median list price in Jan 2026 - Mar 2026: $1.1M Median list price in Apr 2026 - Jun 2026: $1M Median list price in Jul 2026 - Sep 2026: $940K Oct 2021 - Dec 2021 Median sale price $850K Median list price $888K Jan 2022 - Mar 2022 Median sale price $945K Median list price $899K Apr 2022 - Jun 2022 Median sale price $935K Median list price $900K Jul 2022 - Sep 2022 Median sale price $813K Median list price $840K Oct 2022 - Dec 2022 Median sale price $835K Median list price $805K Jan 2023 - Mar 2023 Median sale price $858K Median list price $890K Apr 2023 - Jun 2023 Median sale price $925K Median list price $945K Jul 2023 - Sep 2023 Median sale price $880K Median list price $925K Oct 2023 - Dec 2023 Median sale price $900K Median list price $849K Jan 2024 - Mar 2024 Median sale price $970K Median list price $975K Apr 2024 - Jun 2024 Median sale price $1.1M Median list price $1.1M Jul 2024 - Sep 2024 Median sale price $1.1M Median list price $1.1M Oct 2024 - Dec 2024 Median sale price $1M Median list price $919K Jan 2025 - Mar 2025 Median sale price $975K Median list price $1.1M Apr 2025 - Jun 2025 Median sale price $996K Median list price $999K Jul 2025 - Sep 2025 Median sale price $1.1M Median list price $995K Oct 2025 - Dec 2025 Median sale price $1.1M Median list price $999K Jan 2026 - Mar 2026 Median sale price $1.1M Median list price $1.1M Apr 2026 - Jun 2026 Median sale price $1.2M Median list price $1M Jul 2026 - Sep 2026 Median sale price $1M Median list price $940K
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* Data provided by Redfin, a national real estate brokerage.
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Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jul 2026 - Sep 2026).

Year-over-year, Rancho Santa Margarita’s rolling three-month data shows prices edging down while still staying relatively high. The typical home value dipped a bit compared to last year, and the median list price is also lower than a year ago, pointing to slightly softer pricing conditions for buyers.

Inventory has thinned over the past year, with active listings down and months of supply falling to about two and a half months, reinforcing its status as a seller’s market. Even with fewer homes available, the share of properties selling above list price is slightly higher than a year ago and the average sale-to-list ratio is just under 100 percent, indicating buyers are still paying close to asking.

Looking at recent activity, homes are taking longer to sell than they were a year ago, with the median days on market now a bit over five weeks, yet the total number of homes sold in the latest rolling period is only slightly lower than last year. At the same time, pending sales have pulled back more sharply year-over-year, suggesting some buyers may be pausing or taking more time before committing. Whether you are a buyer seeking value in a cooling segment or a seller aiming to price strategically in a low-supply environment, Agent Pronto can connect you with a local agent who understands these Rancho Santa Margarita trends.



Learn more about what Rancho Santa Margarita has to offer.

Rancho Santa Margarita offers residents a welcoming, family-friendly community with scenic lakes, abundant parks and trails, outdoor recreation, excellent schools, and a thriving local scene.

Rancho Santa Margarita is a planned community that combines convenient suburban living with access to open space, schools, and everyday amenities. Centered around the man‑made Lago Santa Margarita and framed by the foothills of the Santa Ana Mountains, it offers a practical balance of residential neighborhoods, parks, and local services.

Residents spend much of their time outdoors. The lakeside beach club and walking paths give the area a resortlike feel, while the O’Neill Regional Park trailheads nearby provide hiking and biking options. Families value local schools in the Saddleback Valley Unified School District and Tijeras Creek Golf Club offers recreation close to home. Everyday shopping, dining, and services cluster around town centers, reducing the need for long drives.

Commuters appreciate proximity to Mission Viejo and Lake Forest, along with regional job centers in Irvine and Santa Ana. Access to the 241 Toll Road connects residents to broader Orange County. Local events at Central Park and the Bell Tower Regional Community Center help create a small‑city sense of involvement.

Buying or selling in Rancho Santa Margarita involves HOA regulations, master‑planned villages, and micro‑differences between neighborhoods. A local Agent Pronto recommended agent can explain these details, help you compare schools and commute options, and reduce the stress of your move for both buyers and sellers.

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RE/MAX REMAX Coastal Homes
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EXP Realty of California
“Amy is a great agent that provides personal experience and approaches each sale with dedication and care. She was able to help me navigate complicated transaction that involved difficult market conditions and dreadful uncooperative HOA. Amy get things done, my apartment was sold in a matter of couple of months, while other apartments in that building have been “active/for sale” for almost a year now. You can see her experience in negotiations, market conditions and sales techniques, get your property sold with a peace of mind. I really enjoyed working with her, as she stayed on top of all details and communicated every new update to me regularly. Thank you so much Amy for your help!”

Valerie Matveeva · Reseda, CA

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Keller Williams Beverly Hills
“Meredith helped us sell our home after it had been on the market for over a year and then guided us through buying our next place. Shes so knowledgable and experienced which really helped calm my nerves! She stayed positive, patient and proactive the whole time, kept us informed, and handled the details so we didn’t have to. She came up with so many creative ideas to move forward in a really tough market and we felt comfortable with the ideas she proposed. It worked! We ended up with a smooth sale and a home we’re excited about. Highly recommend for anyone who needs a realtor who won’t give up until you have what you want. Your terms! Excellent help!”

Kristin Wat ·

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Keller Williams Realty
“I highly recommend Min Hui Yeh. It’s great experience working with her on the sale of my house. She was extremely knowledgeable, responsive and resourceful. She kept me informed throughout the selling process. She truly went above and beyond to help me sell my house.”

Caren Chen ·

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Keller Williams
“Carli was exceptional from start to finish. We couldn’t be happier with how Carli helped us find our home. She was available and responsive to the second, always put our interests first, and kept a smile and a solution-oriented mindset through every step. Whenever a challenge came up, she came back with a way forward. The OneHome platform she provided made the search much easier, and the instant alerts for new listings were incredibly useful. We’d recommend Carli without hesitation. She was simply awesome. Thanks for all the help!”

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First Team Christies International
“Selling a home can be an incredibly stressful process, but Chris Kwon and his team made the entire experience feel seamless, manageable, and I felt well cared for from beginning to end. From the start, Chris demonstrated an impressive understanding of the Great Park micro-market, providing strategic, data-driven recommendations on pricing and positioning my home to maximize its value. His guidance on preparing, presenting, and staging my home was thoughtful and tailored to what would resonate with buyers and help drive top dollar. What truly set Chris and his team apart was their white-glove, personalized service. From coordinating schedules and managing logistics to connecting me with trusted vendors and offering helpful recommendations, they anticipated needs I hadn’t even considered. They actively marketed my property and handled the countless details that can make a real estate transaction feel overwhelming, making the entire process easier. Just as importantly, Chris was a steady, reassuring presence throughout the journey. Selling a home comes with plenty of uncertainty and second-guessing, but he consistently helped alleviate my doubts and stress, answered my questions, and guided me through decisions with confidence. I always felt I had a knowledgeable, proactive advocate in my corner. If you’re buying or selling in Great Park, I can’t recommend Chris Kwon and his team highly enough. Their local market expertise, strategic guidance, attention to detail, and genuine commitment to their clients make them stand out. They don’t just sell homes; they deliver an exceptional client experience, taking care of the details while keeping your best interests and the best possible outcome at the center of everything they do.”

harperemail ·

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Real Broker
“Having supported us through two successful transactions, Konstantine has truly become an extension of our family. He is incredibly trustworthy, detail-oriented, and consistently demonstrates a genuine customer-first mindset. His professionalism, dedication, and commitment to our best interests have made both experiences seamless and enjoyable. We couldn’t recommend Konstantine more highly to anyone looking for someone they can trust and count on!”

Sai Chaluvadi ·

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Compass Rogina Group
“What a blessing to work with Shishana!! I had an excellent experience with her great attitude, awesome negotiation skills, savy experience to make the sale happen! She always went the extra mile, had great real estate/contractor and lender connections, many suggestions to help make my home buying process amazing! Shishana was patient with a difficult seller, very enthusiastic and celebrated my success as we moved forward toward closing, worked with my crazy schedule, always treating my business as a valued customer! Definitely will work with her in the future, and refer friends!! :)”

paiche3339 ·

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Mogul Real Estate
“We had an excellent experience working with Bill to purchase our first home. His responsiveness, sincerity, and expertise helped make a stressful process as smooth as possible for us. He was extremely understanding and accommodating even when unexpected complications arose, and truly went above and beyond in demonstrating that he had our best interests in mind for this transaction. We lucked out in being randomly placed with Bill through the Home360 program, and now we can't recommend him highly enough!”

Rachel Jang ·

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HomeSmart Evergreen Realty
“Jose was very helpful and understanding of my needs when looking for a house, I am new to the area and he was able to give me plenty of insight on areas to look for. It felt like he did all of the work, so I didn’t have to. I would def recommend Jose as a realtor even if you’re not looking to buy immediately, he’s pretty easy going and stays at your pace when buying/selling a houses!”

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eXp Realty
“There is no other Real Estate agent I would chose over Doug! He was excellent in listening to my Wife and I's need! We highly recommend him and will be using him when we look to sell and purchase our next home in the future.”

Thomas Burton ·

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Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
“We couldn’t have asked for a better realtor than Beatrix Whipple to guide us through buying our first home! From the very beginning, she was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, supportive, and always willing to go above and beyond to help us navigate the process. What really sets her apart is that her support didn’t end once we closed on our house. She continues to be an amazing resource, always happy to answer questions, offer advice, and help in any way she can. We’re so grateful for everything she has done for our family, and to top it all off, we’re lucky enough to now call her our neighbor! We truly couldn’t recommend her more highly!”

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Keller Williams Pacific Estates
“I cannot say enough good things about Mike Betts. He helped me out during a very rough time, when the remainder of my family passed away in the same year, and I had to travel out-of-state to close the family estate. He went way above and beyond in helping me with labor, packing containers, babysitting other laborers, running errands and even bringing me my favorite pizza! His upbeat and always positive attitude was a welcome relief from all that I had to deal with. He was always available for a call, and willing to come over whenever I needed his assistance. I really don’t know how I could have handled everything without his tremendous help. He made selling the house as painless as possible, and helped me through all the extensive paperwork. I felt I could really trust him.”

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First Team Real Estate
“Janna represented us on the sale of my dad's house in San Juan Capistrano. For me, choosing a realtor is all about trust and belief and Janna made us believe in her right from the jump. She is personable, has great communication skills and really knows the south Orange County real estate market. Janna was truly wonderful to work with from start to finish. The best compliment I can pay Janna is that she turned what can often be a chaotic, confusing and challenging undertaking into a simple and easy process for us. I would highly recommend Janna if you want a realtor who is a great communicator that will work tirelessly to get the best outcome for you!”

Dru Greenhalgh ·

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Coldwell Banker Mission Viejo
“We recently bought a home with Kevin Kim and are so grateful to have had him by our side. He was caring, professional, and attentive throughout the entire process, taking the time to understand what mattered to us and helping us feel confident in our decisions. What we appreciated most was the personal care he brought to the experience. Buying a home is a major decision, and it meant so much that he truly cared about finding the right home for our family. We’re so happy with our new home and would wholeheartedly recommend Kevin to anyone looking to buy. Thank you, Kevin, for helping us through such an important milestone!”

Junghyun Kim ·

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Circa Properties, Inc.
“I would absolutely recommend our real estate agent Gabriela again! Her hard work, excellent communication, and unwavering commitment to her clients truly set her apart. She went above and beyond to make sure we felt supported and informed throughout the process. We are so grateful for her dedication and couldn’t recommend her enough to anyone looking for an agent who genuinely cares about her clients and their goals! She truly made the transactions seamless.”

Marissa Rodgers · Chino, CA

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Century 21 Citrus Realty
“Casey Newhouser is most knowledable about the homes and community in this area. She priortized our needs and questions as well as helping us with the things we didn't know and needed too. She made this a seamless, supportive and all around excellent experience and would recommend her to anyone!”

Toby Espley · Mission Viejo, CA

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Century 21 Affiliated
“We had an incredible experience working with Amy and highly recommend her! She supported us every step of the way through selling our condo and purchasing our first single-family home. One of our biggest concerns was whether we would be able to coordinate the timing of our sale and purchase, but Amy helped make the entire transition incredibly smooth. She provided us with helpful information and market data so we could make informed decisions about pricing, and her guidance and negotiation skills helped us achieve the price we were looking for. Throughout the entire process, Amy was knowledgeable, supportive, and always there when we needed her. A huge thank you to Amy and Brittany for being such amazing partners during this important milestone for our family. We are so grateful for everything they did and would highly recommend them!”

Melany Love · Anaheim, CA

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Coldwell Banker Realty
“My realtor was absolutely amazing throughout my first home buying experience! She went above and beyond every step of the way to make the process as smooth and stress free as possible. She was always willing to help in any way she could, answered my questions, and made sure I felt supported throughout the entire journey. Her dedication, patience, and commitment truly made a difference in making my dream of becoming a homeowner possible. I couldn’t have asked for a better realtor, and I’m so grateful to have had her by my side during such an important milestone in my life. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy a home.”

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PAK Home Realty

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