Closed Sales — Detached
59
↓ -5 vs prior yr (-7.8%)
About Coto de Caza
Coto de Caza is one of South Orange County's largest and most established guard-gated communities — approximately 4,000 homes spread across more than 30 tracts in the rolling hills east of Rancho Santa Margarita. Housing ranges widely, from comfortable single-family homes near 1,500 square feet to custom estates exceeding 10,000 square feet, with architecture spanning Mediterranean, traditional, and contemporary styles.
The community is secured by a 24/7 staffed entrance at Coto de Caza Road and Oso Parkway and is anchored by two 18-hole golf courses, including a resident-available course at the Golf & Racquet Club. Its setting beside Thomas F. Riley Wilderness Park and the Cleveland National Forest gives Coto de Caza an open, semi-rural character distinct from the more compact master-planned communities nearby.
Because Coto de Caza spans such a broad range of home types and price points, local market knowledge matters a great deal. HOA fees vary by tract (roughly $250–$450 per month), and the community is served by the Capistrano Unified School District. Note: the current report reflects CRMLS sales data from 2024 forward; earlier historical data is being compiled.
Quick Facts
- Total Homes~4,000
- Subdivisions30+ tracts
- HOA Fee~$250–$450/mo (varies)
- Security24/7 Guard Gate
- GolfTwo 18-hole courses
- Built1988 – 2002
- StyleMediterranean / Traditional / Contemporary
- CityCoto de Caza
- ZIP Code92679
- School DistrictCapistrano Unified
Community Amenities
24/7 Guard-Gated
Staffed entrance at Coto de Caza Road & Oso Parkway.
Two Golf Courses
Two 18-hole courses, including a resident-available course at the Golf & Racquet Club.
Wilderness Setting
Adjacent to Thomas F. Riley Wilderness Park and the Cleveland National Forest.
Equestrian Heritage
Semi-rural character with equestrian trails and open space.
Racquet Club
Tennis and recreation facilities within the community.
Custom Estates
Home styles from comfortable single-family to 10,000+ sf custom estates.
Location & Commute
~25 min
To Irvine
Via 241 Toll Road
~30 min
To the Coast
Via Ortega Hwy / 241
~5 min
To RSM Town Center
Via Antonio Pkwy
Market Snapshot
Detached Homes · January – May 2026 compared to January – May 2025
Median Sale Price
$2,228,000
↑ +$30,500 vs prior yr (+1.4%)
Avg Price / Sq Ft
$678
↓ −$3 vs prior yr (-0.4%)
Avg Days on Market
53
↑ +15 days vs prior yr
Avg SP/LP Ratio
97.5%
↓ from 97.8% prior yr
Price Reduction Rate
44.1%
↑ from 29.7% prior yr
Market Narrative
Coto de Caza recorded 59 closed detached-home sales between January and May 2026 (-7.8% versus the same period a year earlier), with the median sale price at $2,228,000 (+1.4% year over year). Homes averaged 53 days on market with a sale-to-list ratio of 97.5%. As always, results vary by tract, view, and condition — accurate pricing remains the single biggest factor in how quickly a home sells.
Detailed Statistics
Detached Single-Family Residences — Jan–May 2026 vs. Jan–May 2025
| Metric | Jan–May 2026 | Jan–May 2025 | Difference | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Closed Sales | 59 | 64 | -5 | -7.8% |
| Average Sale Price | $2,662,074 | $2,553,566 | +$108,508 | +4.2% |
| Median Sale Price | $2,228,000 | $2,197,500 | +$30,500 | +1.4% |
| Avg Price Per Sq Ft | $678 | $681 | −$3 | -0.4% |
| Median Price Per Sq Ft | $639 | $641 | −$2 | -0.3% |
| Avg Days on Market | 53 | 38 | +15 | +39.5% |
| Avg SP/LP Ratio | 97.5% | 97.8% | -0.3 | -0.3pp |
| Price Reduction Rate | 44.1% | 29.7% | +14.4 | +14.4pp |
Attached homes (condos/townhomes): 9 closed sales this period, median $1,120,000. Figures above are detached single-family residences.
Market Trends
Price, price/sf, days-on-market, and sale-to-list trend lines use a 3-month rolling window ending on each labeled month, smoothing low-volume months for cleaner directional signals. Monthly sales and new listings are raw monthly counts. The annual chart shows total closed sales per calendar year (2026 is year-to-date through May; CRMLS history in this dataset begins in 2024).
Median Sale Price
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Avg Days on Market
Monthly Closed Sales
New Listings Per Month
Sale-to-List Price Ratio
Closed Sales by Year
Price Range Distribution
Trailing 12 months through May 2026 · 145 closed detached sales
$1M – $2.90M95 sales66%
$2.90M – $4.80M36 sales25%
$4.80M – $6.70M9 sales6%
$6.70M – $8.60M3 sales2%
$8.60M – $10.50M2 sales1%
Property Segments
Pool Premium · Trailing 12 Months
Pool Homes (92)
$2,910,000
vs
Non-Pool (53)
$1,660,000
Pool homes command a $1,250,000 premium (+75.3%)
View Premium · Trailing 12 Months
View Homes (136)
$2,512,500
vs
Non-View (9)
$1,520,000
View homes command a $992,500 premium (+65.3%)
Subdivision Breakdown · Trailing 12 Months
| Subdivision | Sales | Median Sale Price |
|---|---|---|
| Village (TV) | 18 | $1,692,500 |
| Stonehedge (STH) | 8 | $1,530,000 |
| Rancho Colinas (RC) | 6 | $2,712,500 |
| Woods (WDS) | 6 | $5,425,000 |
| Terraces (TT) | 5 | $1,080,888 |
| Pinnacle (PINN) | 5 | $4,500,000 |
| Oakmont (OM) | 5 | $2,250,000 |
| Oak View @ Summit (OAKV) | 5 | $3,130,000 |
| Tanglewood (TANG) | 4 | $1,975,000 |
| Los Ranchos Estates (LRE) | 4 | $7,682,000 |
| Silver Creek (SILC) | 3 | $2,750,000 |
| Terra Vida (TERV) | 3 | $3,115,850 |
Subdivisions with 2 or more closed detached sales in the trailing 12 months, ranked by volume.
Top Producing Agents
Complete calendar years 2024–2025 · Source: CRMLS · BR = Bullock Russell agent · BR agents receive priority on ties. (This CRMLS dataset begins in 2024; deeper history will be added as earlier data is compiled.)
Top Listing Agents by Year
| Agent | Brokerage | # |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | ||
| John Russell | Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty | 19 |
| Kenneth Bowen | Re/Max Real Estate Group | 15 |
| Flo Bullock BR | Bullock Russell RE Services | 13 |
| 2024 | ||
| Kenneth Bowen | Re/Max Real Estate Group | 13 |
| Flo Bullock BR | Bullock Russell RE Services | 11 |
| Donnie Bowen | Re/Max Real Estate Group | 10 |
Top Buyer's Agents by Year
| Agent | Brokerage | # |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | ||
| Jackie Guthrie | RE/MAX One | 4 |
| Nora Gallogly | Newport & Company | 4 |
| John Russell | Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty | 4 |
| 2024 | ||
| Donnie Bowen | Re/Max Real Estate Group | 5 |
| John Russell | Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty | 4 |
| Kenneth Bowen | Re/Max Real Estate Group | 4 |
Data sourced from CRMLS. Rankings reflect MLS-recorded transaction sides only. Agents attributed to current brokerage per most recent transaction in dataset. Placeholder/unidentified MLS IDs excluded.
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Meet our Coto de Caza Specialists
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Flo Bullock
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Flo Bullock has sold South Orange County homes for over 20 years and is one of the most established agents in the region. A Dove Canyon resident, she has been the #1 listing agent in Dove Canyon every year from 2015 through 2024 and is a consistent top producer across the surrounding communities.
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Gaelyn Goldsworthy
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Gaelyn Goldsworthy is a Rancho Santa Margarita–based agent with a strong track record in Coto de Caza.
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Erik Westrum
Realtor®
Erik Westrum works with Heidi Westrum and brings 30+ years of sales experience serving Coto de Caza, Dove Canyon, and the broader Rancho Santa Margarita area.
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Tanya Ebner
Realtor®
Tanya Ebner is a South Orange County specialist at Bullock Russell, featured across Coto de Caza and Trabuco Canyon.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median sale price for detached homes in Coto de Caza was $2,228,000 for January–May 2026, based on 59 closed sales. Source: CRMLS data compiled by Bullock Russell Real Estate Services.
In January–May 2026, homes in Coto de Caza averaged 53 days on market before closing, with an average sale-to-list price ratio of 97.5%. Accurate pricing is the biggest factor in how quickly a home sells.
Over the trailing 12 months, pool homes in Coto de Caza had a median sale price of $2,910,000 versus $1,660,000 for non-pool homes — a premium of $1,250,000 (75.3%). Source: CRMLS, compiled by Bullock Russell Real Estate Services.
Bullock Russell Real Estate Services serves Coto de Caza and the surrounding South Orange County communities. Call (949) 709-1555 or email contact@bullockrussell.com to reach a local specialist.
Coto de Caza is in Coto de Caza, California, ZIP code 92679, in South Orange County. It is served by Capistrano Unified.
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