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Sold for $1,095,000 · Sep 2026

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19 Paulownia, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

MLS# OC26163648

1,839 Sq Ft • Single Family Home3bd • 3ba
7 days on market

Listing Agent

Ivan Balcaza

Listing Agent

First Team Real Estate

DRE #: 02344319

Brokerage: First Team Real Estate

Property Details

3

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

1,839 sqft

Square Feet

1987

Year Built

4,500 sqft

Lot Size

$595

Price/Sq Ft

2

Garage Spaces

$91/mo

HOA

Single Family Home

Property Type

Description

Welcome to 19 Paulownia — a beautiful home in the heart of Rancho Santa Margarita. Nestled just moments from the shimmering Lago Santa Margarita, this warm and inviting 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence offers 1,839 square feet of thoughtfully updated living space on a generous 4,500 square foot lot. Lovingly maintained, this home is move-in ready and filled with natural light throughout. Step inside to discover updated flooring, refreshed bathrooms, and a cozy feel that makes everyday living a pleasure. The kitchen features a brand-new dishwasher and microwave, while recent system updates — including a 2022 full A/C & HVAC system and a 2018 water heater — offer lasting peace of mind. Upstairs, you’ll find three bedrooms and two full baths, with a convenient half bath downstairs for guests. Outside, a charming fountain welcomes you at the entrance, setting the tone for a home that blends comfort and character. The backyard is a fruit lover’s dream, featuring two lemon trees, two lime trees, and pomegranate, orange, and guava trees — perfect for enjoying Southern California’s indoor-outdoor lifestyle. A two-car garage completes the package. As part of the SAMLARC community, residents enjoy access to resort-style amenities including four Junior Olympic-sized pools, the beloved Beach Club and Lagoon, 13 parks with playgrounds and sports facilities, scenic trails, and the beautiful Lago Santa Margarita. Add in top-rated schools, wonderful dining, and convenient shopping just minutes away, and it’s easy to see why this community is one of South Orange County’s most cherished places to call home. Don’t miss your opportunity to own this exceptional home — schedule your visit today!

Listing description from the September 2026 sale, as reported to CRMLS.

Facts & Features

Details

Stories
2
Cooling
CentralAir
Heating
ForcedAir

Sale history for 19 Paulownia

2 recorded sales

$1,095,000
Sold September 2026 · on market July 2026, 7 days on market · MLS #OC26163648 · Source: CRMLS
Listing Agent: Ivan Balcaza · Listing Office: First Team Real Estate · Contact: 949-903-4921 · Bought with: Christine Hill-Meyer · Keller Williams OC Luxury Realty
$520,000
Sold August 2013 · listed $529,900, on market June 2013, 4 days on market · MLS #OC13121085 · Source: CRMLS
Listing Agent: Joan Wilson · Listing Office: Regency Real Estate Brokers · Contact: 949-707-4400 · Bought with: Hamed Ghaemi · Realty One Group Inc

How this sale compares

19 Paulownia sold for $1,095,000 in September 2026, at its full list price, after 7 days on the market. That works out to $595 per square foot on 1,839 square feet. Across 237 closed sales in 92688 over the last 12 months, the median sold price is $920,000 and the median is $636 per square foot, 6.9% above this sale's $595. 3-bedroom rentals in 92688 currently list at a median of $4,800 a month (7 listings).

$595
This sale, per sq ft
$636
92688 median per sq ft (12 mo)
$920,000
92688 median sold price (12 mo)
237
Closed sales in 92688 (12 mo)
7
Days on market
QuarterClosed sales in 92688Median sold price
Q1 202619$891,000
Q2 202685$1,010,000
Q3 2026107$860,000
Q4 202626$845,000

Figures are MLS-reported closed sales (CRMLS); ZIP medians cover the last 12 months. Nalren does not estimate values. Recently sold in Rancho Santa Margarita · Homes for sale in 92688

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