$1,525,000
3 Bed · 3 Bath · 1,850 Sq Ft
Move-in ready 3BR/3BA with private elevator and 2-car garage
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,850
Sq Ft
1996
Built
0.09 acres
Lot
Attached 2-car garage with added storage
Garage
This sophisticated, fully remodeled residence at 12 Dornoch Way delivers a rare combination of refined finishes, practical upgrades and spectacular golf-course and Saddleback mountain views — all within the privacy and security of gated Coto de Caza. The chef-caliber kitchen is the centerpiece: a 6-burner stove with dual oven, stainless appliances, custom shaker cabinetry and a substantial quartz island that invites casual meals and entertaining. Warm wood floors and carefully selected finishes flow throughout the main living areas, while the staircase is dressed in plush wool carpeting for comfort and formality.
Thoughtful design places a guest bedroom and fully upgraded bath on the main level alongside a convenient laundry room and direct access to the attached two-car garage with additional storage — an ideal arrangement for multi-generational living or long-term visitors. A private elevator services both floors, offering easy access for all ages and an elevated level of convenience uncommon in homes of this size.
Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite takes full advantage of the ridge-line exposure: vaulted ceilings frame wide views across the 18th fairway to the Saddleback range. The en-suite bath pairs a dual quartz vanity with separate tub and shower plus a roomy walk-in closet. A second en-suite bedroom upstairs ensures privacy for guests or family. Mechanical updates include a new upright AC unit and water filtration system; window treatments and other finishes reflect a turnkey approach to living.
Outside, the backyard is configured for al fresco gatherings and quiet morning coffee with unobstructed sightlines to the golf course and distant mountains. Living in Coto de Caza places you among limited-turnover, high-amenity neighbors with access to private golf, tennis, equestrian trails and community programming. For buyers looking for ready-to-enjoy Southern California living with a clear view premium, this home is a standout.
Coto de Caza is an exclusive, master-planned gated community in the Saddleback Valley known for its private club amenities, equestrian facilities, and rolling ridgelines. Homes here attract buyers seeking privacy, lifestyle amenities (golf, tennis, trails), and close-knit community events. The neighborhood offers easy access to regional parks, commuting corridors and nearby retail centers in Rancho Santa Margarita and Mission Viejo.
Coto de Caza is one of Orange County’s most in-demand gated enclaves: limited inventory, high barriers to entry and strong lifestyle amenities sustain buyer demand even when broader market movement softens. In early 2026 the OD/OC luxury segment saw modest price pullbacks but sustained interest for remodeled homes with views and low maintenance. Median sale prices within nearby Saddleback Valley communities have been relatively stable; days-on-market for premium Coto product historically undercut county averages. Given the home’s turnkey condition, strong finishes and direct golf/mountain outlook, expect competitive interest from owner-occupiers and affluence-seeking buyers; pricing at $1.525M positions the property near market midline for comparable remodeled, view homes in this pocket.
Tijeras Creek Elementary
Elementary · 3-5 mi
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate / Middle feeder (Capistrano USD)
Middle · 4-6 mi
Trabuco Hills High School
High · 5-7 mi
Exceptional outdoor access: golf course frontage, community equestrian trails, and proximity to regional parks provide abundant opportunities for hiking, riding and outdoor sports.
Acquire a move-in-ready, premium view home in Coto de Caza that demands a view/upgrade premium and benefits from low inventory in gated neighborhoods. Hold for owner-occupier utility or short-term resale to similar affluent buyer pool.
Buyers should conduct independent due diligence before making any purchase decisions.
Low
$1450K
Midpoint
$1525K
High
$1600K
$824/SF estimated price per square foot
Estimate anchored to current list price of $1,525,000 and AVM (~$1.53M). Range reflects premium for remodel, golf/mountain views and gated-community location; adjusted for 1,850 sf and recent Orange County market softness in early 2026. No live comparable sales query performed.
As of 2026-03-12
This is a computer-generated estimate for informational purposes only and is not an appraisal or professional valuation.
Affluent, slow-growth suburban enclave with stable demand for single-family homes; inventory tends to be tight in gated communities.
Coto de Caza offers private club amenities (golf, tennis, equestrian trails), close access to regional open space, and convenient drive times to Rancho Santa Margarita, Mission Viejo and I-5 corridors for commuting.
Market data is based on aggregated public records and may not reflect real-time conditions.
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