Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92679 · Gated · Jack Nicklaus Golf · Market Report
Guard-Gated Golf Community · Rancho Santa Margarita
Data Period: January 1 – April 30, 2026 | Source: CRMLS
Community Overview
Dove Canyon is one of South Orange County's most distinctive addresses — a 24-hour guard-gated community in Rancho Santa Margarita built around a private, 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course. Developed between 1990 and 2000 across 22 tracts, the community encompasses approximately 1,252 single-family homes ranging from roughly 1,793 to 4,762 square feet, with the median home near 3,019 square feet. Lot sizes run from approximately 3,800 to 16,500 square feet, with a median near 6,392 square feet.
Golf membership at Dove Canyon Country Club is separate from the HOA and offers an exceptional experience on a course designed for both competition and enjoyment. The community HOA fee is approximately $320 per month and covers access to a Junior Olympic pool and spa, four dual-use tennis and pickleball courts, sports courts, and an extensive network of hiking and biking trails connecting to the surrounding open space.
Dove Canyon's location provides an ideal balance of seclusion and connectivity. The 241 Toll Road is approximately one mile from the main gate on Dove Canyon Drive, placing Irvine about 20 minutes away and the coast — Dana Point and Laguna Beach — within 25 to 30 minutes. The single-entrance design and 24-hour security create a true sense of privacy without sacrificing access.
The community spans both Capistrano Unified and Saddleback Valley Unified school districts depending on the specific home and tract. Prospective buyers should verify district assignment for any particular address. Dove Canyon's architecture is predominantly Mediterranean and traditional in character, giving the community a cohesive, polished aesthetic throughout.
Community Amenities
Location & Commute
Market Snapshot
Dove Canyon closed the first four months of 2026 with 14 sales at a median price of $1,787,500 — a 4.5% increase over the $1,710,000 recorded during the same period in 2025. Days on market extended to an average of 40.1 days, up from 22.2 days a year ago, reflecting a broader shift toward a more deliberate buying pace across South OC's premium gated communities. The 97.8% average sale-to-list ratio confirms that well-priced Dove Canyon homes continue to close near ask, though the extended marketing times signal that overpriced listings are sitting longer before sellers adjust.
Detailed Statistics
Single-family residences only. PPSF recalculated from close price ÷ living area. SP/LP outliers removed. Anomalies excluded per data methodology.
| Metric | Jan–Apr 2026 | Jan–Apr 2025 | Change |
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Market Trends
Price, price/SF, days on market, and SP/LP charts use a 3-month rolling window ending on the labeled month. Monthly sales and new listing counts are raw (unsmoothed). Source: CRMLS.
3-month rolling median
3-month rolling median · Recalculated from close price ÷ living area
3-month rolling average
Raw monthly count
Raw monthly count · Based on On Market Date
3-month rolling average · Y-axis minimum 94%
Price Range Distribution
Property Segments
| Segment | Sales | Median Price |
|---|---|---|
| With Pool | — | — |
| Without Pool | — | — |
Based on trailing 12 months of closed sales. Sample sizes are small — interpret with appropriate caution.
Our specialists have the local data, the relationships, and the track record to guide you with confidence.
Dove Canyon Specialists
Flo Bullock has been one of South Orange County's most respected real estate professionals for over two decades. Licensed in 2002, she brings exceptional expertise across gated communities, master-planned neighborhoods, and South OC's broader coastal and hillside markets.
Shawn Faramarzi brings over 10 years of South OC expertise. The 2025 #1 listing agent in Dove Canyon, Shawn combines deep market knowledge with a results-driven approach for buyers and sellers across multiple South OC communities.
Susan Stoker leads The Stoker Group at Bullock Russell — a family real estate business with over 15 years of Orange County experience. A 29-year OC resident, she brings strong market knowledge and personalized service across South OC.
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About
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