About 10 Palacio
Welcome to this inviting 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offering 1,857 sq. ft. of comfortable living space in the highly desirable Melinda Heights community of Rancho Santa Margarita. Perfectly situated at the end of a cul-de-sac, this home offers privacy, charm, and a wonderful neighborhood setting. Inside, you’ll find a bright and open floor plan with spacious living areas and an easy flow between the living, dining, and kitchen spaces. The primary suite features a large private bath with dual vanities, soaking tub, and separate shower. Upstairs are two additional roomy bedrooms and a full bath. Enjoy the beautiful backyard with a covered patio—perfect for outdoor dining, relaxing, or entertaining—plus a grassy area for play. Just a short stroll to Melinda Heights Elementary School, local parks, pools, and sports courts, including tennis, pickleball, and basketball, as well as baseball and soccer fields. Residents of Rancho Santa Margarita also enjoy access to four Jr. Olympic-sized pools, the scenic RSM Lake, and the Beach Club Lagoon with a beach-entry swimming area and resort-style amenities.
Features of 10 Palacio
| MLS® # | OC25250723 |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,099,000 |
| Sold Price | $975,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 3.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 1,857 |
| Lot Sqft | 84,702 |
| Acres | 1.94 |
| Year Built | 1997 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Condominium |
| Status | Closed |
| # Of Units | 1 |
Community Information
| Address | 10 Palacio |
|---|---|
| Area | R1 - Rancho Santa Margarita North |
| Subdivision | Ballantree (BALT) |
| City | Rancho Santa Margarita |
| County | Orange |
| Zip Code | 92688 |
Amenities
| Amenities | Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Picnic Area, Playground |
|---|---|
| Parking Spaces | 2 |
| Parking | Garage, Driveway |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Garages | Garage, Driveway |
| View | None |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | Yes |
| Pool | Community, Association |
Interior
| Interior | Carpet, Tile |
|---|---|
| Interior Features | All Bedrooms Up, Primary Suite |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave |
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Has Basement | No |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Family Room |
| # of Stories | 2 |
| Stories | Two |
Exterior
| Lot Description | Back Yard, Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac |
|---|---|
| Roof | Tile |
School Information
| District | Saddleback Valley Unified |
|---|---|
| Elementary | Melinda Heights |
| Middle | Rancho Santa Margarita |
| High | Trabucco Hills |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | November 2nd, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Date Sold | January 20th, 2026 |
| Days on Market | 45 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
| HOA Fees | 117 |
| HOA Fees Freq. | Monthly |
Listing Details
| Agent | Mac Mackenzie |
|---|---|
| Office | Coldwell Banker Realty |