714-914-4996

21621 Turtledove St ,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92679

$1,998,000

Perched within the exclusive gated enclave of Walden, this exceptional Santa Barbara-style residence captures breathtaking sunset, panoramic views, offering a rare blend of luxury, privacy, and resort-inspired living. Spanning a thoughtfully designed floor plan, the home features 4 spacious bedrooms, including a main-level bedroom, plus an expansive upstairs bonus room ideal for a media room, office, or additional living space. A 3-car garage includes a versatile converted bay, perfect for a private office or creative studio. Designed to impress, the outdoor living space is a true showpiece. An expansive approximately 400 sq ft covered California room features a soaring cedar-planked ceiling, an integrated heater, recessed lighting, ceiling fan, and a decorative fireplace. Retractable shades create year-round comfort, while the oversized BBQ island with seating for eight sets the stage for unforgettable gatherings. The resort-style backyard is complete with a sparkling pool, spa, firepit, and sweeping panoramic views. Inside, refined finishes and thoughtful upgrades elevate every space, including vaulted ceilings, three interior fireplaces, plantation shutters, Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring and baseboards, premium cabinetry and Quartz countertops, custom closets, and built-in features including a charming dining nook and wine bar. Panoramic vistas are showcased throughout, with views enjoyed from the entry, living spaces, kitchen, dining area, and the serene primary suite. Additional highlights include a new roof as of May 2024, a remodeled kitchen as of 2023, a whole-home soft water system, dual-zone air conditioning, and no Mello-Roos. Walden is an intimate community of just 133 homes, offering residents a private fishing pond, pool, and spa—all just moments from Rancho Santa Margarita Lake, Trabuco walking trails, Santiago and Silverado Canyon, O'Neill Regional Park, RSM Town Center with shopping & dining, and top-rated schools, parks, and golf. Its all here waiting for you! Welcome Home!

Basic Information

MLS #:
OC26078263

Price:
$1,998,000

Price
(per sq ft):
$682.00

Address:
21621 Turtledove St ,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92679

MLS Area:
WALD - Walden

Subdivision:

Property
Type:
Single Family Residence

Days on Market:
0

Status:
Active

Bedrooms:
4

Bathrooms:
3

Full Baths:
3

Size (sq ft):
2,927 sq ft

Lot Size:
6,300 sq ft

Year Built:
1994

Sale Type:
Standard

Rooms in Home

Rooms:
Walk-In Closet, Primary Bedroom, Entry, Laundry, Bonus Room, Kitchen, Great Room, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Family Room, Loft, Primary Suite, Media Room, Primary Bathroom

Eating Area:
Breakfast Counter / Bar, Family Kitchen, Dining Room, In Kitchen, Area

Laundry:
Inside, Gas Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Washer Hookup, Washer Included, Dryer Included

Entry Location:
1

Interior Features

Fireplace:
Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Family Room

Cooling:
Central Air

Heating:
Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Central

Floor:
Vinyl, Carpet

Appliances:
Disposal, Microwave, Built-In Range, Refrigerator, Barbecue, Water Softener, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Dishwasher

Interior Features:
Quartz Counters, Built-in Features, High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Open Floorplan, Cathedral Ceiling(s)

Security:
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire and Smoke Detection System, Smoke Detector(s), Gated Community, Automatic Gate

Accessibility:

Garage and Parking

Garage:
Attached

Garage:
3 Spaces

Carport:
0 Spaces

Parking:
Garage, Direct Garage Access, Garage - Three Door, Driveway

Home Owners Association

HOA Dues 1:
$437.00 / Monthly

HOA Dues 2:
$

HOA Amenities: 
Pets Permitted, Pool, Barbecue, Picnic Area

Utilities

Water:
Public

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

School Information

District:
Saddleback Valley Unified

Elementary:
ROBRAN

Middle:
RASAMA

High:
MISVIE

Exterior Features

Pool:
In Ground, Waterfall, Private, Heated, Gas Heat

Spa:
Private, Heated

Patio:
Covered

View:
Mountain(s), City Lights, Canyon, Panoramic

Construction:
Stucco

Foundation:
Slab

Roof:
Spanish Tile

Windows:
Double Pane Windows, Plantation Shutters

Common Walls:
No Common Walls

Levels:
Two

Lot Features:
Sprinklers In Front, Lot 6500-9999, Landscaped, Level, Sprinklers Timer, Park Nearby, Close to Clubhouse, Front Yard, Sprinkler System, Back Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Yard

Additional Information

County:
Orange

Senior Community:
No

Community Features:
Gutters, Curbs, Hiking, Fishing, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Suburban

Other Structures:

Structure Condition:
Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled

Direction Faces:

Listed by:
First Team Real Estate , Debbie Miller , 01734292

Co-Listed:
First Team Real Estate , Sandi Clark , 01264896

Last
Updated:
4/15/2026 2:44 PM

21621 Turtledove St ,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92679