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Rancho Santa Margarita Housing Market Report February 2025•Orange County, California
Housing Prices in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
How much do homes in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA cost?
Housing Market Conditions
Is Rancho Santa Margarita, CA a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Seller'sMarket
Buyer'sMarket
Rancho Santa Margarita is a Seller's Market
Difference Since February 2024
Since last year, Rancho Santa Margarita has remained a Seller's Market.
Insight
Rancho Santa Margarita is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.
Median Sold Price
$1,099,333$641/SqFt
+$172,833
+18.7%
Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months
Insight
Homes in Rancho Santa Margarita have sold for 18.7% more than they did a year ago.
Summary: The median home sold price in Rancho Santa Margarita was $1,099,333 in February 2025, up 18.7% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $641.
Median Sold Price By Cities
| City | Feb 2024 | Feb 2025 | Change YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho Santa Margarita | $926.5K | $1.0M | +18.7% |
| Mission Viejo | $1.0M | $1.1M | +9.7% |
Median Sold Price By Bedrooms
| Beds | Feb 2024 | Feb 2025 | Change YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Bedroom | $455K | $445K | -2.2% |
| 22 Bedrooms | $630K | $670K | +6.3% |
| 33 Bedrooms | $924.9K | $1.0M | +18.8% |
| 44 Bedrooms | $1.3M | $1.4M | +9.5% |
| 55+ Bedrooms | $1.5M | $1.7M | +16.0% |
Summary: Rancho Santa Margarita housing price by bedroom type for February 2025, compared to the previous year. The home price for 1 bedroom homes decreased by -2.2%. The home price for 2 bedroom homes increased by +6.3%. The home price for 3 bedroom homes increased by +18.8%. The home price for 4 bedroom homes increased by +9.5%. The home price for 5 bedroom homes increased by +16.0%.
How does Rancho Santa Margarita, CA compare with other places?
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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Housing supply in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
How many homes are available in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
Number of Homes For Sale
| Last Month | 2 months ago | Change MoM |
|---|---|---|
| 141Last MonthFeb 2025 | ||
| 1382 months agoJan 2025 | +2.2 % Change MoMJan – Feb |
Summary: The Rancho Santa Margarita real estate market had 141 homes for sale in Feb 2025, a 2.2 % increase compared to Jan 2025.
Number of Homes Sold
| Last Month | 2 months ago | Change MoM |
|---|---|---|
| 32Last MonthFeb 2025 | ||
| 282 months agoJan 2025 | +14.3 % Change MoMJan – Feb |
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
| Beds | Jan 2025 | Feb 2025 | Change MoM |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Bedroom | 5 | 6 | +20.0% |
| 22 Bedrooms | 38 | 44 | +15.8% |
| 33 Bedrooms | 42 | 37 | -11.9% |
| 44 Bedrooms | 32 | 30 | -6.3% |
| 55+ Bedrooms | 21 | 24 | +14.3% |
Summary: Rancho Santa Margarita housing inventory by bedroom type for February 2025, compared to the previous month. The inventory for 1 bedroom homes increased by +20.0%. The inventory for 2 bedroom homes increased by +15.8%. The inventory for 3 bedroom homes decreased by -11.9%. The inventory for 4 bedroom homes decreased by -6.3%. The inventory for 5 bedroom homes increased by +14.3%.
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
How much do homes in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA cost?
Over Asking Price13 Homes
At Asking Price4 Homes
Under Asking Price15 Homes
Insight
If you're buying a home in Rancho Santa Margarita, you may be able to get a good deal. 46.9% of homes here sold below asking price last month.
Summary: A total of 32 homes were sold or pending in Rancho Santa Margarita in February 2025, up by 14.3% month-over-month. Of the 32 sold homes, 47% were sold under asking, 13% were sold at asking, and and 41% were sold over asking.
Days on Market for Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
How long does it take to sell a home in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
Under 30 Days26 Homes
30 – 90 Days4 Homes
Over 90 Days2 Homes
Insight
Many homes in Rancho Santa Margarita are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.
Summary: During February 2025, 32 homes were sold in Rancho Santa Margarita; 81% of homes were sold within 30 days, 13% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 6% of homes were sold over 90 days.
Average Sale Time
| This Year | 1 year ago | Change YoY |
|---|---|---|
| 22 DaysThis YearFeb 2025 | ||
| 24 Days1 year agoFeb 2024 | -5.5 % Change YoYFeb 2024 – Feb 2025 |
Summary: Homes in Rancho Santa Margarita had an average listing age of 22 days in Feb 2025, down by 5.5% compared to the previous year.
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