Best Real Estate Agents in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA• Updated
Looking for the best real estate agent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA? This page compares realtors in Rancho Santa Margarita within each home type and price range using actual transaction data — not reviews or paid ads. Whether you want a listing agent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA or help buying a home in Rancho Santa Margarita, our 2026 scores use verified sales records, days on market, and sale-to-list ratios.
Market Pulse: Hot 🔥
The Rancho Santa Margarita, CA real estate market is currently a Seller's Market. Homes are selling at 100% of list price on average (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 27 active listings and 29 closed sales in the latest month, inventory remains at 0.8 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values moving down by 2%, while Average Days on Market has decreased by 1%. Listings in Rancho Santa Margarita are moving 8 days faster than the Orange County average.
Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Source: third-party closed MLS records, data as of Oct 2026. Agents are compared within each home type and price range. How we score agents →
Detached Homes
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Mid-Market Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $1.1M over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Mid-Market range averaged 43 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Mid-Market Detached Homes received 100% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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High-End Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The High-End Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $1.4M over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the High-End range averaged 44 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of High-End Detached Homes received 100% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Ultra-Luxury Detached Home tier had a median sale price of $2.2M over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Detached Homes in the Ultra-Luxury range averaged 48 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Ultra-Luxury Detached Homes received 97% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Condos/Co-ops
Entry Level Condo/Co-op Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Entry Level Condo/Co-op tier had a median sale price of $548K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Condos/Co-ops in the Entry Level range averaged 51 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Entry Level Condos/Co-ops received 98% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Mid-Market Condo/Co-op tier had a median sale price of $786K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Condos/Co-ops in the Mid-Market range averaged 50 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Mid-Market Condos/Co-ops received 100% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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High-End Condo/Co-op Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The High-End Condo/Co-op tier had a median sale price of $1.4M over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Condos/Co-ops in the High-End range averaged 85 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of High-End Condos/Co-ops received 118% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Townhomes
Entry Level Townhome Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Entry Level Townhome tier had a median sale price of $645K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Townhomes in the Entry Level range averaged 65 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Entry Level Townhomes received 99% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Mid-Market Townhome Market Trends Median Price Market Trend The Mid-Market Townhome tier had a median sale price of $896K over the last 6 months. Days On Market Avg. Market Trend Lower is better Townhomes in the Mid-Market range averaged 45 days on market over the last 6 months. Sale Price to List Price Ratio Market Trend Higher is better Lower is better Sellers of Mid-Market Townhomes received 100% of list price on average over the last 6 months.
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Rancho Santa Margarita Real Estate Market Trends October 2026
Inventory Breakdown by Segment
| Property Type | Entry Level | High-End | Mid-Market | Ultra-Luxury | Total |
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| Condo/Co-op | 7 | — | 7 | — | 14 |
| Detached Home | — | 6 | 2 | — | 8 |
| Townhome | — | — | 5 | — | 5 |
Market Insights & FAQ
How is the real estate market in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA performing right now?
The data indicates a high-intensity seller's market in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. Inventory is at 0.8 months of supply. Inventory is critically low, meaning well-priced homes move rapidly, often with multiple offers.
What are the current pricing trends for Rancho Santa Margarita, CA real estate?
Currently, $972,000 represents the median entry point in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. Over the past half-year, home values in Rancho Santa Margarita have moved downward by approximately 1% based on regional transaction data.
Are sellers in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA getting their full asking price?
Sellers hold the edge, though homes are closing slightly below asking in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 99.6%. On average, properties in Rancho Santa Margarita are transitioning from active to sold status in 43 days.
Which listing agents does Agent Algo feature in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
Agent Algo compares agents within the same home type and price range, so Rancho Santa Margarita, CA has no single overall winner. Featured listing agents include Eric Babcock (Mid-Market Detached Homes, 3 closed listings), Brent Whitaker (Entry Level Condos/Co-ops, 2 closed listings), Brock Stoker (High-End Detached Homes, 3 closed listings). Scores are built from closed sales outcomes — not reviews or paid placements.
How does the Rancho Santa Margarita, CA market compare to Orange County trends?
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Orange County region. Median home values are currently 46% lower than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Rancho Santa Margarita.
Which buyer's agents are active in Entry Level Condos/Co-ops in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
Branden Fella has recent Entry Level Condo/Co-op purchases in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, closing faster than the segment average. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 1 closed purchase in this segment.
Which listing agents are active in High-End Detached Homes in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
Brock Stoker has recent High-End Detached Home listings in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, closing faster than the segment average at an above-average sale-to-list ratio. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 3 closed listings in this segment.
Which listing agents are active in Mid-Market Detached Homes in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
Eric Babcock has recent Mid-Market Detached Home listings in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, at an above-average sale-to-list ratio for the segment. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 3 closed listings in this segment (7 in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA overall).
Which listing agents are active in Entry Level Condos/Co-ops in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
Brent Whitaker has recent Entry Level Condo/Co-op listings in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, closing faster than the segment average at an above-average sale-to-list ratio. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 2 closed listings in this segment (4 in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA overall).
Which buyer's agents are active in Mid-Market Detached Homes in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
Sherri Lex has recent Mid-Market Detached Home purchases in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, closing faster than the segment average at a below-average sale-to-list ratio. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 2 closed purchases in this segment (4 in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA overall).
Which buyer's agents are active in High-End Detached Homes in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
Sherri Lex has recent High-End Detached Home purchases in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, at a below-average sale-to-list ratio for the segment. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 2 closed purchases in this segment (4 in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA overall).
Which listing agents are active in Mid-Market Condos/Co-ops in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
Christina Ford has recent Mid-Market Condo/Co-op listings in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, closing faster than the segment average. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 2 closed listings in this segment.
Which listing agents are active in Entry Level Townhomes in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
Flo Bullock has recent Entry Level Townhome listings in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. With only a few closings in this segment, treat this as an early signal rather than a ranking. Based on 2 closed listings in this segment.