Is Rancho Santa Margarita, CA a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Housing Market Conditions
Neutral
Market
Seller's
Market
Buyer's
Market
Difference Since March 2023
Since last year, Rancho Santa Margarita has remained a Seller's Market.
Key Takeaway
Rancho Santa Margarita is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.
Housing Prices in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
How much do homes in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA cost?
Median Sold Price
$943,666
$598/sqft
Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.
Difference Since March 2023
Key Takeaway
Homes in Rancho Santa Margarita have sold for 9.1% more than they did a year ago.
Summary: The median home sold price in Rancho Santa Margarita was $943,666 in March 2024, up 9.1% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $598.
Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $427K | $455K | +6.6% |
| 2 Bedrooms | $605K | $640K | +5.8% |
| 3 Bedrooms | $885K | $940K | +6.2% |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1.2M | $1.3M | +7.1% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | $1.4M | $1.5M | +3.6% |
Summary: Rancho Santa Margarita housing prices by bedroom type for March 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 6.6%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 5.8%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 6.2%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 7.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 3.6%.
Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities
| Silverado | $760K | $1.0M | +31.6% |
| Rancho Santa Margarita | $865K | $943.6K | +9.1% |
| Mission Viejo | $992.2K | $1.0M | +6.2% |
Housing Supply in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
How many homes are available in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
Number of Homes For Sale
| Feb 2024 | Mar 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 99 | 99 | 0.0% |
Summary: The Rancho Santa Margarita real estate market had 99 homes for sale in March 2024, the same as February 2024.
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Feb 2024 | Mar 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | 4 | 4 | 0.0% |
| 2 Bedrooms | 33 | 32 | -3.0% |
| 3 Bedrooms | 25 | 29 | +16.0% |
| 4 Bedrooms | 21 | 21 | 0.0% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | 16 | 13 | -18.8% |
Summary: The Rancho Santa Margarita housing inventory by bedroom type for March 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 3%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 16%, 4 bedroom homes remained the same, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 18.8%.
Number of Homes Sold
| Feb 2024 | Mar 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 37 | 36 | -2.7% |
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
6 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking
4 Homes Were Sold
At Asking
26 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking
Key Takeaway
If you're buying a home in Rancho Santa Margarita, you could pay more than the asking price. 72.2% of homes here sold above asking price last month.
Summary: A total of 36 homes were sold or pending in Rancho Santa Margarita in March 2024, down by 2.7% month-over-month. Of the 36 sold homes, 17% were sold under asking, 11% were sold at asking, and 72% 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?
Average Sale Time
| Mar 2023 | Mar 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 32 Days | 10 Days | -67.7% |
Summary: Homes in Rancho Santa Margarita had an average of 10 days on market in Mar 2024, down by 67.7% compared to last year.
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
34 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days
2 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days
0 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days
Key Takeaway
Many homes in Rancho Santa Margarita are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.
Summary: During March 2024, 36 homes were sold in Rancho Santa Margarita; 94% of homes were sold within 30 days, 6% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 0% of homes were sold over 90 days.
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