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RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA 92688

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Orange County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
74
⇧ 4.2% vs 71 last year
Pending
23
31% pending ratio
Median Price
$799,000
⇩ 11.7% vs $904,750 last year
Average Price
$897,173
⇩ 5% vs $943,963 last year
Days on Market
66
⇧ 73.7% vs 38 days last year

Market Context

Population: 44,444  ·  Density: 1,298.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $141,089

Typical home value: $819,604  ·  Homeownership: 69.7%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA real estate market (92688) currently shows 74 active listings, with 23 pending sales. Homes are averaging 66 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 66 days on market compared to 38 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 11.7% year-over-year, from $904,750 to $799,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 74 this year vs 71 last year
  • Days on market: 66 now vs 38 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $799,000 (-11.7% YoY)
  • Average: $897,173 (-5% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 12.7 miles — 1,181 listings ($3,754,726,085 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
92688Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 926880.0 mi74$66,390,802$799,000$897,173
92691Mission Viejo, CA 926913.2 mi66$76,998,372$1,195,000$1,166,642
92630Lake Forest, CA 926304.7 mi111$158,208,078$1,399,999$1,425,298
92653Laguna Hills, CA 926535.4 mi36$72,059,256$1,325,000$2,001,646
92694Ladera Ranch, CA 926947.3 mi129$180,136,116$1,186,500$1,396,404
92618Irvine, CA 926187.8 mi209$441,363,692$1,788,000$2,111,788
92675San Juan Capistrano, CA 926758.5 mi50$125,751,200$1,988,000$2,515,024
92651Laguna Beach, CA 9265110.0 mi143$1,217,054,696$4,972,500$8,510,872
92620Irvine, CA 9262010.4 mi77$144,730,355$1,816,500$1,879,615
92603Irvine, CA 9260310.5 mi27$105,097,230$2,943,500$3,892,490
92624Capistrano Beach, CA 9262411.3 mi29$105,954,110$3,099,500$3,653,590
92883Corona, CA 9288312.5 mi179$148,567,494$759,000$829,986
92657Newport Coast, CA 9265712.7 mi51$912,414,684$12,500,000$17,890,484

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA 92688?

As of January 2026, there are 74 active listings in RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA (zip code 92688), compared to 71 the prior year.

What is the median home price in RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA 92688?

The median listing price in RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA 92688 is $799,000 as of January 2026, a 11.7% decrease from $904,750 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA?

Homes in RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA 92688 spend an average of 66 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 38 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA 92688?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA 92688 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 66 days on market compared to 38 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA 92688 save an estimated $15,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $799,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.