Seller's Agent in 2022
Christina Ford
Ford Realty, Inc.
(949) 922-3673
62 in this area
79 Total Sales
6 Desert Thorn Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Estimated Value: $1,096,000 - $1,216,000
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,872
Sq Ft
$626/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- In Ground Pool
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Open Floorplan
- Trabuco Mesa Elementary School Rated A
- Updated Kitchen
- Mountain View
About This Home
As of June 2022Back On Market *** A great opportunity awaits - Expanded El Caserio with 4 bedrooms and bonus space that would make a great home office. Beautiful, large, entertainer’s balcony with gorgeous Saddleback Mountain views. Remodeled kitchen with granite countertops and farmhouse sink. Double-pane windows and a house fan will help make your house more affordable to heat and cool. Newer blinds, lots of recessed lighting, refrigerator and washer and dryer included. The location is ideal for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts! You are just a block away from 4,500 acre O’Neill Regional Park where you can hike, bike, ride horses, camp and picnic. You are a short stroll to stunning Rancho Santa Margarita Lake which is a beautiful place to walk and run. Enjoy wildlife and mountain views. The RSM Beach Club is a wonderful place to swim, play and relax with a sand-bottomed lagoon, peaceful lounge areas and gorgeous views of the lake and mountains. Rancho Santa Margarita residents enjoy a myriad of parks, playgrounds, community pools, sports courts, hiking and biking trails. Nearby top-rated schools and easy access to the 241 Foothill Transportation Corridor. You are about 30 minutes from some of the finest beaches in the United States with Laguna Beach, Dana Point, and Newport Beach just a short car ride away. Live the best life in Orange County!***
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Ford Realty, Inc. License #00917868 Listed on: 03/28/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,128
Year Built
- Built in 1987 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 3,600 Sq Ft Lot
- West Facing Home
- Wood Fence
- Block Wall Fence
- Stucco Fence
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Private Yard
- Back and Front Yard
- On-Hand Building Permits
HOA Fees
- $74 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Front Facing Garage
- Single Garage Door
- Garage Door Opener
- Combination Of Materials Used In The Driveway
- On-Street Parking
Property Views
- Mountain
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Planned Development
- Slab Foundation
- Spanish Tile Roof
- Tile Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,872 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Blinds
- Window Screens
- Sliding Doors
- Entryway
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Bonus Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Open to Family Room
- Gas Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Free-Standing Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Pots and Pans Drawers
- Built-In Trash or Recycling Cabinet
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- All Upper Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Dressing Area
- Mirrored Closets Doors
- Upgraded Bathroom
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Private Water Closet
- Soaking Tub
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
- Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Pool
- In Ground Pool
- In Ground Spa
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Exterior Lighting
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Property is near a park
- Suburban Location
Schools
- Trabuco Mesa Elementary School
- Rancho Santa Margarita Middle School
- Trabuco Hills High School
Utilities
- Whole House Fan
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Gas Water Heater
- Sewer Paid
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 2
- Tax Tract Number 12755
- Assessor Parcel Number 83330255
Community Details
Overview
- Samlarc Association, Phone Number (949) 448-6000
- First Service HOA
- Built by Fieldstone Company
- El Caserio Subdivision, Custom Floorplan
- Community Lake
Amenities
- Outdoor Cooking Area
- Community Barbecue Grill
- Picnic Area
- Meeting Room
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Pickleball Courts
- Sport Court
- Community Playground
- Community Pool
- Community Spa
- Park
- Hiking Trails
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 4, 2006
Sold by
Buikema Ralph G and Buikema Ellen L
Bought by
Sweeney Greg and Sweeney Allison
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
$125,000
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 15, 2003
Sold by
Hauver Christine R and Hauver Steven R
Bought by
Buikema Ralph G and Buikema Ellen L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$151,800
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 5, 2003
Sold by
Hauver Steven R and Hauver Christine R
Bought by
Hauver Steven R and Hauver Christine R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$312,000
Interest Rate
5.85%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweeney Greg | $641,000 | Equity Title Company | |
| Buikema Ralph G | $463,000 | First American Title Co | |
| Hauver Steven R | -- | First American Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sweeney Allison | $545,000 | |
| Closed | Sweeney Allison | $417,000 | |
| Closed | Sweeney Greg | $456,121 | |
| Closed | Sweeney Allison | $125,000 | |
| Closed | Sweeney Greg | $512,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Buikema Ralph G | $75,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Buikema Ralph G | $303,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Buikema Ralph G | $151,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Buikema Ralph G | $266,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Hauver Steven R | $312,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hauver Steven R | $57,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Hauver Steven R | $218,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hauver Steven R | $57,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hauver Steven R | $20,000 | |
| Closed | Buikema Ralph G | $150,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/10/2022 06/10/22 | Sold | $930,000 | +0.5% | $497 / Sq Ft |
| 05/03/2022 05/03/22 | Price Changed | $925,000 | -2.1% | $494 / Sq Ft |
| 04/10/2022 04/10/22 | Price Changed | $945,000 | -5.0% | $505 / Sq Ft |
| 03/28/2022 03/28/22 | For Sale | $995,000 | 0.0% | $532 / Sq Ft |
| 04/17/2019 04/17/19 | Rented | $3,200 | -4.6% | -- |
| 04/16/2019 04/16/19 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/13/2019 04/13/19 | Price Changed | $3,355 | -1.3% | $2 / Sq Ft |
| 02/19/2019 02/19/19 | For Rent | $3,400 | 0.0% | -- |
| 02/08/2019 02/08/19 | Off Market | $3,400 | -- | -- |
| 01/29/2019 01/29/19 | For Rent | $3,400 | +6.3% | -- |
| 10/13/2015 10/13/15 | Rented | $3,200 | 0.0% | -- |
| 10/13/2015 10/13/15 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/26/2015 09/26/15 | For Rent | $3,200 | 0.0% | -- |
| 09/25/2015 09/25/15 | Off Market | $3,200 | -- | -- |
| 09/16/2015 09/16/15 | For Rent | $3,200 | +7.0% | -- |
| 10/03/2014 10/03/14 | Rented | $2,990 | -0.3% | -- |
| 09/03/2014 09/03/14 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/20/2014 08/20/14 | For Rent | $3,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 02/15/2014 02/15/14 | Rented | $3,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 02/15/2014 02/15/14 | For Rent | $3,000 | -- | -- |
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 | $10,128 | $986,923 | $775,797 | $211,126 |
| 2024 | $10,128 | $967,572 | $760,585 | $206,987 |
| 2023 | $9,899 | $948,600 | $745,671 | $202,929 |
| 2022 | $7,833 | $749,088 | $543,699 | $205,389 |
| 2021 | $6,954 | $734,400 | $533,038 | $201,362 |
| 2020 | $7,706 | $734,400 | $533,038 | $201,362 |
| 2019 | $8,631 | $720,000 | $522,586 | $197,414 |
| 2018 | $8,106 | $675,000 | $477,586 | $197,414 |
| 2017 | $7,699 | $624,000 | $426,586 | $197,414 |
| 2016 | $8,267 | $624,000 | $426,586 | $197,414 |
| 2015 | $7,453 | $544,000 | $346,586 | $197,414 |
| 2014 | $7,368 | $544,000 | $346,586 | $197,414 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Christina Ford
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Katrina Lien
K
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Katrina Lien
Compass
(714) 862-3130
1 in this area
19 Total Sales
-
Donna Kiernan
D
Seller's Agent in 2019
Donna Kiernan
HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty
(949) 690-2776
2 in this area
4 Total Sales
-
Kevin Pollock
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Kevin Pollock
HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty
(949) 672-8454
125 Total Sales
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Angelica Richardson
Seller's Agent in 2014
Angelica Richardson
First Team Real Estate
(714) 642-4412
5 in this area
46 Total Sales
-
E
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Ed McClements
Wright Realty Partners, Inc
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OC22059918
APN: 833-302-55
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