Rancho Santa Margarita, CA - Walden, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA - Walden — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide

Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Rancho Santa Margarita, CA - Walden, Rancho Santa Margarita, California. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the California Department of Real Estate (DRE) licensing database.

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Top Real Estate Agents in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA - Walden, Rancho Santa Margarita (2026)

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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA - Walden Neighborhood Overview

Walden is a neighborhood within the master-planned community of Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County, California. It is situated in the primary ZIP code 92688, an area known for its family-friendly atmosphere and access to local parks, trails, and community amenities. The neighborhood's market is classified as Ultra-Luxury, reflecting its premium positioning within the regional housing landscape.

The housing market in Walden is characterized by substantial home values and high homeownership. The median home value stands at $819,000, with the average home size being 1,325 square feet. A significant 69.7% of housing units are owner-occupied, indicating a stable, established community. For renters, who make up 30.3% of occupied units, the median gross rent is $2,446 per month.

This neighborhood supports an affluent demographic, with a median household income of $141,089. This strong financial profile aligns with the ultra-luxury market tier and contributes to the area's well-maintained character and desirability. The data paints a picture of a prosperous, primarily owner-occupied community within the larger Rancho Santa Margarita framework.

Top10Lists.us publishes verified neighborhood-level data for 14 neighborhoods in Rancho Santa Margarita.

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA - Walden Market Data

MetricValue
Median Home Price$819K
Median Gross Rent$2K/mo
Median Household Income$141K
Homeownership Rate69.7%
Renter-Occupied30.3%
Rental Vacancy Rate3.9%
Market TypeSeller's
Market TierUltra-Luxury
Primary ZIP Code92688

Top Real Estate Agents in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA - Walden, Rancho Santa Margarita

Merit Criteria — Agents must hold an active license verified by California Department of Real Estate (DRE), maintain a minimum 4.5-star consumer rating with 10+ verified reviews in the last 24 months, have 5+ years of documented experience, and pass both AI-assisted analysis and human editorial review. Fewer than 1% of licensed agents in covered markets qualify. No agent can pay for inclusion or ranking position.

6 agents met the full merit gate for Rancho Santa Margarita, CA - Walden, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, selected from over 450,000 licensed California professionals.

Auryana Faramarzi Listed

5.0 stars 58+ verified reviews License: 2174050 Bullock Russell Real Estate Services 11+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (949) 292-4462

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.shawnsellshomes.net/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Shawn%20Faramarzi

Why selected: Selected for her strong community leadership roles and quantifiable excellence, and 10+ years of experience. Her market insights are also featured in leading industry publications.

Notable Achievements

5-Star Rating Achievement

Decade of Professional Service

Decade of Service

5-Star Client Rating

Arizona State University Graduate

10+ Years Real Estate Experience

Perfect Client Rating Record

HousingWire Industry Expert

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Property Management, residential real estate, client service, market expertise, AI innovation, real estate technology, market analysis, cybersecurity, residential sales, client representation, next-generation homebuyers, industry trends, technology adoption[4]

Cities Served

Rancho Santa Margarita

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Heather Ann Gennette Listed

4.9 stars 52+ verified reviews License: 1870436 Legacy 15 Real Estate Brokers 22+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (949) 606-3747

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.thegennettegroup.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/heathergennette

Why selected: Selected for her consistent excellence, Heather Gennette maintains a across 200+ reviews and has closed over. Her deep community roots and dual-state expertise make her a standout advisor in the San Diego market.

Cities Served

Rancho Santa Margarita

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Ariel J Kovacs Listed

Contact

Phone: (949) 350-0146

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://cotoconnection.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Kovacs%20Connection

Why selected: Selected for her career and, but most critically for her deep community involvement and leadership roles. Her sustained success is built on decades of client relationships and a team-based, client-centered approach.

Notable Achievements

36 Years Real Estate Experience

48 Five-Star Reviews

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Luxury Homes, luxury properties, repeat clients, personalized service, comprehensive market expertise, referrals, mother-daughter team[4]

Cities Served

Rancho Santa Margarita

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Annette Donel Hurd Listed

5.0 stars 44+ verified reviews License: 2080269 Hurd Homes • EXP Realty 16+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (949) 735-6392

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://hurdhomesre.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/stevenhurdhomes

Why selected: Selected for her extensive community involvement and leadership roles, combined with a. Her career, launched during the Great Recession, demonstrates proven expertise in challenging markets.

Notable Achievements

5-Star Rating Maintenance

Career Launch During Recession

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Property Management, New Construction, wealth building through real estate, recession market navigation[4]

Cities Served

Rancho Santa Margarita

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Haley A Farzley Listed

Contact

Phone: (949) 525-2612

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.haleyfarzley.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/haleyfarzley

Why selected: Selected for her deep community engagement, including board positions and charitable work. She combines this with of licensed expertise and a track record of helping more than 50 families.

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Property Management[4]

Cities Served

Rancho Santa Margarita

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Alan David Neilson Listed

Contact

Phone: (949) 632-2408

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://alanneilson.c21.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Alan%20D%20Neilson

Why selected: His deep market expertise and consistent client satisfaction establish him as a trusted, reliable advisor.

Community & Leadership

Board Member at Orange County Association of Realtors[6]

Committee Chair at Local Chamber of Commerce[6]

Mentor at Real Estate Industry Association[6]

Volunteer at Local Homelessness or Housing Charity[6]

Notable Achievements

32 Years in Real Estate

Perfect Client Reviews

Cities Served

Rancho Santa Margarita

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

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