714-914-4996

16 Mariposa ,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92679

$1,699,000

Welcome to 16 Mariposa, a spacious and beautifully appointed home located in the highly sought-after 24 hr guard-gated community of Dove Canyon, known for its scenic beauty, rolling hills, and premier Jack Nicklaus signature golf course. This exclusive community offers a tranquil, resort-like setting with 24-hour security and an abundance of amenities for an elevated lifestyle. Boasting over 3,400 square feet of living space, this residence features five generously sized bedrooms, all located upstairs, along with 3.5 bathrooms designed for both comfort and functionality. One of the standout features is the expansive private balcony—accessible from a bedroom/bonus room (it has a closet), offering views of the surrounding hills and beautiful sunrises, with ample space for enjoying your morning coffee with your family or relaxing in the evening with friends. The chef’s kitchen is truly exceptional, featuring a large granite center island with bar seating, a built-in drawer microwave, professional Decor range and double ovens, a custom built-in wood pizza oven, wine refrigerator, and two oversized chef-style refrigerators, perfect for hosting and everyday luxury living. Situated on a corner lot, the serene backyard is thoughtfully designed for outdoor enjoyment and entertainment, complete with a built-in BBQ bar, custom seating area, and a sleek firepit for evening gatherings. Heading upstairs, the primary suite includes a recently tastefully and fully upgraded en-suite bathroom, offering a spa-like retreat. The remaining four larger bedrooms share two additional well-appointed 2 bathrooms upstairs, providing both space and convenience. This home is ideally situated within walking distance to Dove Canyon’s exceptional amenities, including the Junior Olympic-size pool and spa, tennis and pickleball courts, scenic hiking and biking trails, playgrounds, and the beautiful grass promenade, home to community concerts, movie nights, and seasonal events throughout the year. The community is also centered around the prestigious Dove Canyon Golf Club, offering optional membership for golf and social activities. Located within the Saddleback Valley Unified School District and walking distance to Santa Margarita Catholic High School, this home benefits from award winning schools. This is a rare opportunity to experience refined living in one of South Orange County’s most desirable communities.

Basic Information

MLS #:
OC26066904

Price:
$1,699,000

Price
(per sq ft):
$495.00

Address:
16 Mariposa ,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92679

MLS Area:
DC - Dove Canyon

Subdivision:
Sterling Heights (DSH)

Property
Type:
Single Family Residence

Days on Market:
0

Status:
Active

Bedrooms:
5

Bathrooms:
4

Full Baths:
3

Size (sq ft):
3,428 sq ft

Lot Size:
5,850 sq ft

Year Built:
1990

Sale Type:
Standard

Rooms in Home

Rooms:
Walk-In Closet, Entry, All Bedrooms Up, Library, Kitchen, Living Room

Eating Area:
Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room, Breakfast Nook

Laundry:
Inside, Gas Dryer Hookup, Individual Room

Entry Location:
front

Interior Features

Fireplace:
Fire Pit

Cooling:
Gas, Dual, Central Air, Zoned

Heating:
Natural Gas, Central

Floor:
Tile, Vinyl, Carpet

Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Double Oven, Water Heater Central, Water Line to Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Range Hood, Built-In Range, Refrigerator, Barbecue, Gas Range, 6 Burner Stove, Dishwasher, Vented Exhaust Fan, Microwave

Interior Features:
Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Tile Counters, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Granite Counters

Security:
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Firewall(s), Smoke Detector(s), Gated with Guard, Gated Community

Accessibility:

Garage and Parking

Garage:
Attached

Garage:
3 Spaces

Carport:
0 Spaces

Parking:
Direct Garage Access, Garage - Single Door, Garage Faces Front, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage - Two Door

Home Owners Association

HOA Dues 1:
$320.00 / Monthly

HOA Dues 2:
$

HOA Amenities: 
Call for Rules, Spa/Hot Tub, Hiking Trails, Picnic Area, Security, Management, Biking Trails, Pet Rules, Horse Trails, Tennis Court(s), Pickleball, Pool, Barbecue, Sport Court, Guard, Playground

Utilities

Water:
Public

Utilities:
Natural Gas Connected,Sewer Connected,Cable Connected,Phone Connected,Electricity Connected,Water Connected

School Information

District:
Saddleback Valley Unified

Elementary:
ROBRAN

Middle:

High:
TRAHIL2

Exterior Features

Pool:
Association, In Ground, Heated

Spa:
Association, Heated

Patio:

View:
Neighborhood, Hills

Construction:

Foundation:
Slab

Roof:
Clay

Windows:
Shutters, Double Pane Windows, Custom Covering, Blinds, Screens

Common Walls:
No Common Walls

Levels:
Two

Lot Features:
Sprinklers In Front, Lot Over 40000 Sqft, Corner Lot, Sprinklers On Side, Landscaped, Rectangular Lot, Level, Sprinklers Timer, Park Nearby, Sprinkler System, Back Yard, Sprinklers In Rear

Additional Information

County:
Orange

Senior Community:
No

Community Features:
Curbs, Horse Trails, Biking, Hiking, Street Lights, Storm Drains, Sidewalks, Suburban, Park

Other Structures:

Structure Condition:
Updated/Remodeled

Direction Faces:

Listed by:
Bullock Russell RE Services , Shawn Faramarzi , 01232351

Co-Listed:

Last
Updated:
4/1/2026 2:23 PM

16 Mariposa ,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92679