Best Real Estate Agents in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA• Updated

Looking for the best real estate agent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA? This page ranks the top realtors in Rancho Santa Margarita by actual transaction data — not reviews or paid ads. Whether you want to find a top listing agent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA or buy a home in Rancho Santa Margarita, our 2026 rankings use verified sales records, days on market, and price retention to surface the highest-performing agents.

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The Rancho Santa Margarita, CA real estate market is currently a Buyer's Market. Homes are retaining 101% of their value (Sale Price to List Price Ratio). With 168 active listings and 34 closed sales this month, inventory remains at 6.1 months of supply. Trends over the last half-year show median values remaining stable, while Average Days on Market has decreased by 4%. Listings in Rancho Santa Margarita are moving 6 days faster than the Orange average.

Top Listing & Buyer's Agents in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Detached Homes

714.522JanFebMarAprMayJun
Sales Volume
Sales volume has grown by 23% over the last 6 months, showing a positive trend with currently 15 transactions.
Mid-Market Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$843K$1.1M$1.4MJanFebMarAprMayJunRyan Argue (Buyer): Median Price $905KRAWilliam Scott (Seller): Median Price $1.1MWSWilliam Scott (Seller): Median Price $1MWSWilliam Scott (Seller): Median Price $915KWSRachel Scott (Seller): Median Price $1MRSRachel Scott (Seller): Median Price $915KRSShauna Fogal (Seller): Median Price $1.1MSFShauna Fogal (Seller): Median Price $1.2MSFLisa Piltz (Seller): Median Price $1.3MLPVal Montefu (Seller): Median Price $999KVM
The average price in the Mid-Market Detached Home segment has risen by 2% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
5d38d71dJanFebMarAprMayJunRyan Argue (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 13dRAWilliam Scott (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 41dWSWilliam Scott (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 45dWSWilliam Scott (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 26dWSRachel Scott (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 45dRSRachel Scott (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 26dRSShauna Fogal (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 50dSFShauna Fogal (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 43dSFLisa Piltz (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 17dLPVal Montefu (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 23dVM
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 42 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
89%96%103%JanFebMarAprMayJunRyan Argue (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 91%RAWilliam Scott (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%WSWilliam Scott (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%WSWilliam Scott (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%WSRachel Scott (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%RSRachel Scott (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%RSShauna Fogal (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%SFShauna Fogal (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%SFLisa Piltz (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%LPVal Montefu (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%VM
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Mid-Market Detached Home market is strengthening, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 101%.
Mid-Market Detached Home Segment
($860K - $1.3M)
DEALS
104
AVG. DOM
46d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
WS
William Scott
Top Seller
3-5
30-60 days
100%
MJ
Marwan Jassam
Top Buyer
1-3
15-30 days
90%
High-End Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$1.3M$1.6M$2MJanFebMarAprMayJunChris Marple (Buyer): Median Price $1.5MCMChris Marple (Buyer): Median Price $1.4MCMSanjeev Kataria (Buyer): Median Price $1.9MSKEric Babcock (Seller): Median Price $1.7MEBNancy Babcock (Seller): Median Price $1.7MNBBrock Stoker (Seller): Median Price $1.5MBSSusan Stoker (Seller): Median Price $1.5MSSShauna Fogal (Seller): Median Price $1.6MSFShauna Fogal (Seller): Median Price $1.5MSF
The average price in the High-End Detached Home segment has softened by 8% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
13d45d76dJanFebMarAprMayJunChris Marple (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 25dCMChris Marple (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 20dCMSanjeev Kataria (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 32dSKEric Babcock (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 32dEBNancy Babcock (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 32dNBBrock Stoker (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 34dBSSusan Stoker (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 34dSSShauna Fogal (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 36dSFShauna Fogal (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 36dSF
Lower is better
Days on market for High-End Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 39 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
93%98%104%JanFebMarAprMayJunChris Marple (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%CMChris Marple (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%CMSanjeev Kataria (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 94%SKEric Babcock (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%EBNancy Babcock (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%NBBrock Stoker (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%BSSusan Stoker (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%SSShauna Fogal (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%SFShauna Fogal (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%SF
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the High-End Detached Home market is strengthening, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 102%.
High-End Detached Home Segment
($1.4M - $2M)
DEALS
44
AVG. DOM
43d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
100%
EB
Eric Babcock
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
101%
CM
Chris Marple
Top Buyer
1-3
15-30 days
100%
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$2.2M$2.4M$2.5MJanFebMarAprMayJunParisa Houshangi (Buyer): Median Price $2.2MPHVictoria Yu (Seller): Median Price $2.5MVYGarrett Weston (Seller): Median Price $2.2MGWThomas McEachern (Seller): Median Price $2.2MTM
The average price in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home segment has risen by 14% over the last 2 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
47d60d73dJanFebMarAprMayJunParisa Houshangi (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 70dPHVictoria Yu (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 50dVYGarrett Weston (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 70dGWThomas McEachern (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 70dTM
Lower is better
Days on market for Ultra-Luxury Detached Home is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 50 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
92%96%100%JanFebMarAprMayJunParisa Houshangi (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 93%PHVictoria Yu (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%VYGarrett Weston (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 93%GWThomas McEachern (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 93%TM
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Ultra-Luxury Detached Home market is strengthening, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 99%.
Ultra-Luxury Detached Home Segment
($2.1M - $2.5M)
DEALS
4
AVG. DOM
55d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
96%
VY
Victoria Yu
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
99%
PH
1-3
> 60 days
93%

Condo/Co-op

911.514JanFebMarAprMayJun
Sales Volume
Sales volume has decreased by 21% over the last 6 months, showing a downward trend with currently 9 transactions.
Entry Level Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$332K$540K$748KJanFebMarAprMayJunAlexander Yu (Buyer): Median Price $662KAYPyper Parker (Buyer): Median Price $508KPPSandra Williams (Buyer): Median Price $700KSWFred Sedighravesh (Seller): Median Price $695KFSJulia Hunter (Seller): Median Price $660KJHDarren Shepherd (Seller): Median Price $380KDS
The average price in the Entry Level Condo/Co-op segment has risen by 15% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
24d65d105dJanFebMarAprMayJunAlexander Yu (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 96dAYPyper Parker (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 33dPPSandra Williams (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 50dSWFred Sedighravesh (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 41dFSJulia Hunter (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 86dJHDarren Shepherd (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 41dDS
Lower is better
Days on market for Entry Level Condo/Co-op is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 49 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
94%98%101%JanFebMarAprMayJunAlexander Yu (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%AYPyper Parker (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%PPSandra Williams (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%SWFred Sedighravesh (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%FSJulia Hunter (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%JHDarren Shepherd (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 95%DS
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Entry Level Condo/Co-op market is strengthening, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 99%.
Entry Level Condo/Co-op Segment
($70K - $720K)
DEALS
83
AVG. DOM
49d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
98%
KK
Kimberly Krones
Top Seller
1-3
15-30 days
100%
BF
Branden Fella
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
10%
Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$754K$922K$1.1MJanFebMarAprMayJunJeff Stearman (Buyer): Median Price $975KJSJordan Lopez (Buyer): Median Price $800KJLJoyce Bennin (Buyer): Median Price $825KJBChristina Ford (Seller): Median Price $962KCFDebra Douglass (Seller): Median Price $865KDDJohn Russell (Seller): Median Price $865KJRKollin Hill (Seller): Median Price $1.1MKHMichelle Hill (Seller): Median Price $1.1MMH
The average price in the Mid-Market Condo/Co-op segment has risen by 6% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
7d54d101dJanFebMarAprMayJunJeff Stearman (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 78dJSJordan Lopez (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 61dJLJoyce Bennin (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 43dJBChristina Ford (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 41dCFDebra Douglass (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 90dDDJohn Russell (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 90dJRKollin Hill (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 18dKHMichelle Hill (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 18dMH
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Condo/Co-op is decreasing, with homes now staying on market for 44 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
86%97%108%JanFebMarAprMayJunJeff Stearman (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 89%JSJordan Lopez (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%JLJoyce Bennin (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 97%JBChristina Ford (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 99%CFDebra Douglass (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%DDJohn Russell (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 98%JRKollin Hill (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 105%KHMichelle Hill (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 105%MH
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Mid-Market Condo/Co-op market is strengthening, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 100%.
Mid-Market Condo/Co-op Segment
($730K - $1.3M)
DEALS
48
AVG. DOM
53d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
100%
CF
Christina Ford
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
98%
JS
Jeff Stearman
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
89%
High-End Condo/Co-op Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$1.5M$1.5M$1.5MJanFebMarAprMayJunYvonne Torres (Buyer): Median Price $1.5MYTRandy Ora (Seller): Median Price $1.5MRO
The High-End Condo/Co-op tier commands a price of $1.5M.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
121d121d121dJanFebMarAprMayJunYvonne Torres (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 121dYTRandy Ora (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 121dRO
Lower is better
Condo/Co-op homes in the High-End range average 121 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
135%136%136%JanFebMarAprMayJunYvonne Torres (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 136%YTRandy Ora (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 136%RO
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of High-End Condo/Co-op assets receive 136% of list price.
High-End Condo/Co-op Segment
($1.5M - $1.5M)
DEALS
1
AVG. DOM
121d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
136%
RO
Randy Ora
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
136%
YT
Yvonne Torres
Top Buyer
1-3
> 60 days
136%

Townhomes

14.58JanFebMarAprMayJun
Sales Volume
Sales volume has grown by 675% over the last 6 months, showing a positive trend with currently 8 transactions.
Entry Level Townhome Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$650K$650K$650KJanFebMarAprMayJunSaghar Danesh (Buyer): Median Price $650KSDFlo Bullock (Seller): Median Price $650KFB
The Entry Level Townhome tier commands a price of $650K.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
88d88d88dJanFebMarAprMayJunSaghar Danesh (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 88dSDFlo Bullock (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 88dFB
Lower is better
Townhome homes in the Entry Level range average 88 days on market.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
100%100%100%JanFebMarAprMayJunSaghar Danesh (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%SDFlo Bullock (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 100%FB
Higher is better
Lower is better
Sellers of Entry Level Townhome assets receive 100% of list price.
Entry Level Townhome Segment
($640K - $650K)
DEALS
2
AVG. DOM
65d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
99%
FB
Flo Bullock
Top Seller
1-3
> 60 days
99%
SL
Scott Lopez
Top Buyer
1-3
30-60 days
99%
Mid-Market Townhome Market Trends
Median Price
Market Trend
$727K$862K$996KJanFebMarAprMayJunDan Wolfe (Buyer): Median Price $865KDWKathy Kennedy (Seller): Median Price $945KKKOzzie Fazaeli (Seller): Median Price $965KOFJill DaleyBurnett (Seller): Median Price $800KJDStefanie Gillespie (Seller): Median Price $800KSGGwen Stavros (Seller): Median Price $758KGS
The average price in the Mid-Market Townhome segment has risen by 5% over the last 6 months.
Days On Market Avg.
Market Trend
9d66d123dJanFebMarAprMayJunDan Wolfe (Buyer): Days On Market Avg. 110dDWKathy Kennedy (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 48dKKOzzie Fazaeli (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 46dOFJill DaleyBurnett (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 35dJDStefanie Gillespie (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 35dSGGwen Stavros (Seller): Days On Market Avg. 24dGS
Lower is better
Days on market for Mid-Market Townhome is increasing, with homes now staying on market for 52 days on average.
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
Market Trend
94%102%110%JanFebMarAprMayJunDan Wolfe (Buyer): Sale-to-List Ratio 96%DWKathy Kennedy (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 101%KKOzzie Fazaeli (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 108%OFJill DaleyBurnett (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 107%JDStefanie Gillespie (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 107%SGGwen Stavros (Seller): Sale-to-List Ratio 102%GS
Higher is better
Lower is better
Seller leverage in the Mid-Market Townhome market is strengthening, with the Sale Price to List Price Ratio now at 102%.
Mid-Market Townhome Segment
($720K - $1.3M)
DEALS
43
AVG. DOM
45d
Sale Price to List Price Ratio
100%
KK
Kathy Kennedy
Top Seller
1-3
30-60 days
100%
FV
Fio Vazquez
Top Buyer
1-3
15-30 days
94%

Rancho Santa Margarita Real Estate Market Trends July 2026

Total Active Listings
168
+38 New
Recently Listed (7d)
38
market entries
Average List Price
$913K
current avg.

Inventory Breakdown by Segment

Property TypeEntry LevelHigh-EndMid-MarketUltra-LuxuryTotal
Condo/Co-op
71
29
100
Detached Home
23
28
1
52
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
1
1
Townhome
15
15

Market Insights & FAQ

How is the real estate market in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA performing right now?

The data indicates a stable environment in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. Inventory is at 6.1 months, meaning a balanced environment with steady turnover. Inventory levels provide a healthy range of options for prospective buyers.

What are the current pricing trends for Rancho Santa Margarita, CA real estate?

Currently, $1,027,000 represents the median entry point in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. Over the past half-year, home values in Rancho Santa Margarita have moved steady by approximately 0% based on regional transaction data.

Are sellers in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA getting their full asking price?

Sellers hold significant leverage in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, with a Sale Price to List Price Ratio of 100.8%. On average, properties in Rancho Santa Margarita are transitioning from active to sold status in 44 days.

Who is the best agent to sell my home in Rancho Santa Margarita?

Based on closed transaction data, Eric Babcock ranks at the top of our Rancho Santa Margarita leaderboard — with 3 completed transactions on record earning an algorithm performance score of 51. Agent Algo's rankings are built entirely from real deal outcomes — not reviews or paid placements — so this reflects actual results in the local market.

How does the Rancho Santa Margarita, CA market compare to Orange trends?

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA maintains a distinct profile within the broader Orange region. Median home values are currently 49% lower than the regional average, reflecting the unique demand and inventory dynamics of Rancho Santa Margarita.

Which agent is best for buying a Entry Level Condo/Co-op in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?

Buyers targeting Entry Level Condo/Co-op homes in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA may want to work with Branden Fella. Their buyer transactions in this segment close faster than the local norm and at sale-to-list ratios that are more favorable than typical — meaning they move quickly and negotiate effectively for the buyers they represent.

Who is a top listing agent for High-End Detached Home homes in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?

Our transaction-level analysis puts Eric Babcock at the top for High-End Detached Home listings in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. The data points to a dual edge here: shorter time on market than is typical for this segment, and sale prices that hold closer to — or above — the asking price compared to local norms.

Who is a top listing agent for Mid-Market Detached Home homes in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?

Among agents with recent closings in the Mid-Market Detached Home space, William Scott has the strongest performance metrics in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. Speed and price retention together are the hardest combination to find in a single agent. Their track record in the Mid-Market Detached Home category in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA reflects both.

Who is a top listing agent for Entry Level Condo/Co-op homes in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?

Kimberly Krones has been particularly active in Rancho Santa Margarita's Entry Level Condo/Co-op segment, and the numbers back it up. Their listings in this segment have consistently closed faster than the local average while achieving above-average sale-to-list ratios — a rare combination that directly benefits sellers on both time and final price.

Who is a top listing agent for Mid-Market Townhome homes in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?

When looking specifically at Mid-Market Townhome transactions, Kathy Kennedy consistently surfaces as a top performer in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. Kathy Kennedy has consistently held closer to asking price than the typical Mid-Market Townhome agent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. For sellers prioritizing their final number, that's the metric that matters most.

Which agent is best for buying a High-End Detached Home in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?

For those looking to purchase a High-End Detached Home in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, Chris Marple has the deal history to support the choice. When inventory is limited, speed matters. Their track record in the High-End Detached Home segment shows they consistently move faster than most buyer's agents — without sacrificing due diligence.

Who is a top listing agent for Entry Level Townhome homes in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?

In the Entry Level Townhome category, few agents in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA can match the track record of Flo Bullock. They've built a consistent track record in the Entry Level Townhome category specifically — not just broad volume, but demonstrated results in this exact niche in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA.

Who is a top listing agent for High-End Condo/Co-op homes in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?

Randy Ora specializes in High-End Condo/Co-op properties and has built a measurable edge in Rancho Santa Margarita's market. Our algorithm ranks them based on closed transaction outcomes in the High-End Condo/Co-op segment, not self-reported volume or marketing activity. The ranking reflects actual local performance.

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