Landlord's Agent in 2025
Kent Brostroem
HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty
(949) 518-7219
10 in this area
115 Total Sales
39 Desert Thorn Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,522
Sq Ft
$721
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Spa
- City Lights View
- Trabuco Mesa Elementary School Rated A
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Updated Kitchen
About This Home
As of February 2025BEAUTIFULLY REMODELED 3 BR SINGLE FAMILY HOME IN RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA - Nested in the tranquil community of El Caserio you find this remodeled home, with a short distance to schools, RSM Lake and other amenities. This home boasts a modern kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, plenty cabinetry and is open to the Family and Dining room. The family room opens up towards the cozy backyard, ready for entertainment. The formal Dining room has ample space and is open to the spacious, formal living room, perfectly suited for gatherings & entertainment. As you move to the upstairs, you will find the main bedroom suite with the connected ensuite bathroom with dual vanity, a walk-in shower as well as the large walk-in closet offering plenty of space. The additional two upstairs well-sized bedrooms offer retreat for all members of family or guests. The home has wood flooring throughout except for bathroom and kitchen which has tiles. Laundry conveniently located in the garage and owned solar to keep the utility bills low, while helping the environment. The garage is wired for 240 volts, ready for EV charging and the home has a Solar system with NEM 2.0 which will leave a tenant with most of their electric use covered. Them home is also ADT alarm ready - just call and connect service. Rancho Santa Margarita amenities include pool/spa, BBQ, entertaining area tennis courts, baseball fields, basketball courts, parks, splash pad, walking trails and community events. Local nature trails popular for hiking and mountain biking are also within walking distance.
Last Agent to Rent the Property
HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty Brokerage Phone: 949-518-7219 License #02049379 Listed on: 01/06/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,221
Year Built
- Built in 1987 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 3,600 Sq Ft Lot
- Property fronts a private road
- Wood Fence
- Private Yard
- Lawn
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- Parking Available
- Front Facing Garage
- Driveway
Property Views
- City Lights
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Turnkey
- Slab Foundation
- Tile Roof
- Clay Roof
- Pre-Cast Concrete Construction
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,522 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Two Story Ceilings
- Double Pane Windows
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Quartz Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- All Upper Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Quartz Bathroom Countertops
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Rain Gutters
- Porch
Location
- Suburban Location
Schools
- Trabuco Mesa Elementary School
- Rancho Santa Margarita Middle School
- Trabucco Hills High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 220 Volts in Garage
- Natural Gas Connected
- Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $8,000
- 12-Month Minimum Lease Term
- Available 1/6/25
- Tax Lot 9
- Tax Tract Number 12653
- Assessor Parcel Number 83330424
Community Details
Overview
- Property has a Home Owners Association
- El Caserio Subdivision
- Community Lake
- Mountainous Community
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Community Pool
- Community Spa
- Park
- Dog Park
- Hiking Trails
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 22, 2010
Sold by
Geisert K Richard and Geisert Gloria D
Bought by
Chen Lei and Li Ying
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$380,000
Outstanding Balance
$253,469
Interest Rate
5.03%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$844,453
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 1, 2005
Sold by
Geisert K Richard and Geisert Gloria D
Bought by
Geisert K Richard and Geisert Gloria D
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chen Lei | $475,000 | Ticor Title Company Of Ca | |
| Geisert K Richard | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Chen Lei | $380,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/28/2025 02/28/25 | Rented | $4,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 02/02/2025 02/02/25 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/29/2025 01/29/25 | Price Changed | $4,000 | -5.9% | $3 / Sq Ft |
| 01/06/2025 01/06/25 | For Rent | $4,250 | -- | -- |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,221 | $613,132 | $445,897 | $167,235 |
| 2024 | $6,221 | $601,110 | $437,154 | $163,956 |
| 2023 | $6,078 | $589,324 | $428,582 | $160,742 |
| 2022 | $5,974 | $577,769 | $420,178 | $157,591 |
| 2021 | $5,129 | $566,441 | $411,940 | $154,501 |
| 2020 | $5,816 | $560,633 | $407,716 | $152,917 |
| 2019 | $6,523 | $549,641 | $399,722 | $149,919 |
| 2018 | $6,429 | $538,864 | $391,884 | $146,980 |
| 2017 | $6,518 | $528,299 | $384,200 | $144,099 |
| 2016 | $6,948 | $517,941 | $376,667 | $141,274 |
| 2015 | $7,114 | $510,162 | $371,010 | $139,152 |
| 2014 | $6,855 | $490,050 | $359,511 | $130,539 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Kent Brostroem
-
Kaelyn Rosen
K
Tenant's Agent in 2025
Kaelyn Rosen
Arbor Real Estate
(949) 412-4508
1 Total Sale
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OC25003170
APN: 833-304-24
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