Residential > House
Active
07/30/2025
List Price
$1,999,900$604/ft²
12 Serna
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
- 4Beds
- 4Baths
- 3,312ft²Living Area
- 6,420ft²Lot Size
- -Pool
- 3Car
- 1993Year Built
- 96DOM
- 2Permits
12 Serna, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 is a 4 bed, 4 bath, 3,312 ft² house built in 1993 on a 0.147 acre lot with 2 construction permits. This house is currently on the market for $1,999,900, and it was last sold in 2021 for $1,460,000. The latest TopHap estimate of the house's value is $1,810,750.
Property Valuations
Latest estimates for 12 Serna based on TopHap automated valuation model (AVM).
TopHap Estimate
$1,810,750
$546/ft²
-$189K below List Price
Updated 9 months ago
12 Serna is valued at $1,810,750 by TopHap AVM 9 months ago.
MLS Description
The listing agent's description. Original Listing
Built by the highly regarded JM Peters, this beautiful four bedroom, four bathroom home is located on a cul-de-sac street in the prestigious Paragon tract of Rancho Santa Margarita. With a view of the surrounding hills, the home offers a spacious and flexible floor plan, including a main-floor den or fourth bedroom. Inside, you’ll find elegant touches throughout, stone flooring, crown molding, plantation shutters, recessed lighting, and an abundance of natural light. The heart of the home is the gourmet kitchen, featuring granite countertops, espresso-colored cabinets with glass insets and under cabinet lighting, Thermador double ovens, a walk-in pantry, a center island, and stainless steel appliances. The kitchen opens to a welcoming family room complete with a custom entertainment center and a fireplace with stone surround, perfect for everyday living or entertaining. The main level also includes a formal dining room with large windows, which could be used as a living room, as well as a piano room that could serve as an additional dining area. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers a peaceful view of the hills and includes a separate retreat with a fireplace, ideal as a home office or reading nook. The spa-inspired primary bathroom is stunning, with dual vanities, white cabinetry, a chandelier, a freestanding soaking tub, a walk-in shower, and dual closets with elegant glass doors. Two additional upstairs bedrooms each feature their own tastefully remodeled en-suite bathrooms, offering privacy and comfort for family or guests. Additional highlights include a convenient downstairs laundry room with built-in cabinets, a sink, and side yard access; a three-car attached garage; a full PEX repipe for plumbing peace of mind; and a leased solar system for energy efficiency. The backyard is beautifully landscaped with custom hardscape, outdoor lighting, and serene hills view, an ideal space for relaxing or entertaining. Enjoy all that Rancho Santa Margarita has to offer, including access to the city’s incredible amenities: swimming pools, tennis courts, the Beach Club lagoon, the lake, scenic parks, community concerts, and more. This home is a perfect blend of comfort, quality, and lifestyle in one of South Orange County’s most sought-after neighborhoods.
Listing Agents
The listing agent for 12 Serna is Shauna Fogal.
SF
Shauna Fogal
Keller Williams Realty
License: 01326795
Phone: (949) 482-3999
Permits
12 Serna has 2 permit records.
Permit History
2
Permits
Current Ownership
Information about the current owner(s).
Taxes Billed
Taxes billed in 2024$15,781.46From latest Total Assessed Value1.02%Total Assessed Value$1,549,363=Land+
Assessed Value$1,090,856Additions
Assessed Value$458,507
In 2024, taxes billed for 12 Serna were $15,781.46, which is 1.02% from latest Total Assessed Value of $1,549,363.
Property History
12 Serna has undefined property events records (listings, deeds, permits, tax, foreclosure, loan).
Property Events
Environment
Environmental factors around 12 Serna
Hazard Risks
Earthquake250Lead114Ozone104Particulates103Nat'l Avg100Air Pollution100Carb Mono96Tornado27Weather23Hurricane12Hail4Wind3
12 hazards (Carbon Monoxide, Earthquake Risk, Hail Index, Tornado Index, Hurricane Index, Air Pollution Index, Ozone Index, Wind Index, Weather Risk, Lead Index, Particulate Matter, National Average) are above the national average around 12 Serna.
Walkability Index
9 /20
Most Walkable
20-18
Very Walkable
17-15
Somewhat Walkable
14-10
Car Dependent
9-0
12 Serna has a walkability score of 9 out of 20, which means that it is in a car dependent area.
Temperature
Seasonal temperature sampled over multiple years
Winter
Average
Low
45°F
High
67°F
Summer
Average
Low
58°F
High
83°F
In the winter at 12 Serna, temperatures range from 45.06°F to 67.14°F with an average of 56.1°F. In the summer, the temperature ranges from 57.5°F to 83.04°F with and average of 70.27°F.
School Information
Public/private schools serving 12 Serna
Public Schools
Arroyo Vista Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
0.22 mi
A-
Tesoro High School
Grades: 9-12
2.99 mi
A+
Arroyo Vista Middle School
Grades: 6-8
0.22 mi
A
* The school rating is based entirely on the test score performance of each school. It is based on a scale of A-F, A being best.
Nearby public schools serving 12 Serna have ratings undefined, undefined, and undefined.
Neighborhood
This property is located in Montilla Paragon, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688.
Seasonal Housing units 92688
11%of housing is for seasonal rent.
Daytime Population for 92688
+8%of people during work hours.
Crime Index for 92688
58
58
The crime index in 92688 is 58, which is 0.6 times lower than national average.
Market Trends
Historical market data near 12 Serna over selected time period.
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- 1 Serna, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 (Montilla / Paragon) is a 2,952 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2.75 bathroom, 0.2 acre property. It was built in 1993 and has an estimate of $1,472,387 with a price per ft² of $499.
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