Property Attributes
- MLS#OC26153191
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active Under Contract
- CountyOrange
- CityRancho Santa Margarita
- Area Rancho Santa Margarita Central
- NeighborhoodVista Ladera R2 (VL)
- Zip92688
- Style
- Year Built1988
- Price$ 1,059,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage1551
- Lot Size0.0824 Acres
Data Source:
California Regional MLS (CRMLS)
Property Description
Welcome to this beautifully maintained, move-in ready home located on a quiet cul-de-sac in the highly desirable Vista Ladera community of Rancho Santa Margarita. Just a short walk to top-rated schools, including preschool, elementary, and middle school, as well as Rancho Santa Margarita Lake, the Beach Club Lagoon, parks, shopping, and dining, this home offers the ideal combination of location and lifestyle. Step inside to soaring vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and an open-concept floor plan designed for comfortable everyday living and effortless entertaining. The inviting living and family rooms feature custom built-ins, while the updated kitchen showcases freshly painted cabinetry, matching appliances, and seamless flow to the dining and living areas. Upgrades include dual-pane Pella and Milgard windows and sliding doors, engineered hardwood flooring throughout the main level, updated bathrooms, ceiling fans in every bedroom, and an attached two-car garage with durable epoxy flooring. The private backyard is designed for low-maintenance California living, featuring premium artificial turf, raised planter beds, attractive hardscape, a spacious patio, and an elevated deck—perfect for relaxing or entertaining family and friends. As a resident of Rancho Santa Margarita, enjoy access to exceptional SAMLARC amenities, including multiple pools, the Beach Club Lagoon, parks, playgrounds, pickleball and sports courts, scenic hiking and biking trails, community events, and award-winning Saddleback Valley schools. This is a rare opportunity to own a turnkey home in one of Orange County's most sought-after master-planned communities, where exceptional schools, outdoor recreation, and everyday convenience are all just moments from your front door.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/15/2026 | Listed $1,088,000 |
| 8/28/2026 | 3$1,059,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 1551 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Electric,Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air,Electric,Gas |
| Utilities | Cable Available,Cable Connected,Electricity Available,Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Available,Sewer Available,Sewer Connected,Water Available,Water Connected |
| Possession | Close Of Escrow |
| Roof | Concrete,Tile |
| Appliances | 6 Burner Stove,Barbecue,Double Oven,Electric Oven,Electric Range,Freezer,Gas Cooktop,Disposal,Gas Oven,Gas Range,High Efficiency Water Heater,Indoor Grill,Tankless Water Heater,Water Heater |
| HOA Fee | 91 |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Brick,Covered,Patio |
| Architectural Style | Contemporary,Modern |
| Pool Features | Community,Fenced,Electric Heat,Gas Heat,Heated,In Ground,Lap,Permits,Private,Association |
| Security Features | Prewired,Security System,Fire Detection System,Smoke Detector(s),Security Lights |
| Construction Materials | Copper Plumbing |
| Year Built | 1988 |
| Electric | Electricity - On Property,Standard |
| View | City Lights,Courtyard,Mountain(s),Panoramic,Peek-A-Boo,Pasture,Trees/Woods |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Community Features | Biking,Curbs,Dog Park,Gutter(s),Hiking,Lake,Mountainous,Park,Preserve/Public Land,Street Lights,Suburban,Urban,Water Sports,Pool |
| Accessibility | Parking,Accessible Doors |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Monthly |
| County | Orange |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Association Amenities | Sport Court,Dog Park,Jogging Path,Meeting Room,Management,Outdoor Cooking Area,Other Courts,Barbecue,Other,Picnic Area,Playground,Pickleball,Pool,Racquetball,Recreation Room,Sauna,Spa/Hot Tub,Tennis Court(s),Trail(s) |
| HOA | true |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Subdivision Name | Vista Ladera R2 (VL) |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Other Structures | Second Garage,Gazebo,Tennis Court(s) |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Special Listing Conditions | Standard |
| Status | Active Under Contract |
| Directions | Turn left on Avenida Empresa, right on Alma Aldea, then left on Temecula Ct.; the home is on the left at the end of the quiet cul-de-sac. |
| City | Rancho Santa Margarita |
| Disclosures | Covenants/Restrictions Disclosure |
| Association Name | SAMLARC |
| Entry Location | 1 |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| High School District | Saddleback Valley Unified |
| Open Parking Spaces | 2 |
| Number Of Units Total | 1 |
| MLS Area | R2 - Rancho Santa Margarita Central |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 3591 |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Cash to Existing Loan,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,Submit |
| Spa Features | Association,Community,In Ground,Permits,Private |
| Property Attached Y/N | false |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Current Financing | Conventional |
| Property Condition | Additions/Alterations,Updated/Remodeled |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | false |
| Lease Considered Y/N | false |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.youtube.com/shorts/l_hT3qPi_tM |
| Structure Type | House |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active Under Contract |
| Occupancy Type | Owner |
| Year Built Source | Assessor |
| Tax Lot | 25 |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.youtube.com/shorts/l_hT3qPi_tM |
| Property Sub Type Additional | Single Family Residence |
| PostalCity | RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Beamed Ceilings,Breakfast Bar,Brick Walls,Balcony,Breakfast Area,Block Walls,Tray Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Ceramic Counters,Crown Molding,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Dry Bar,Separate/Formal Dining Room,Eat-in Kitchen,Granite Counters,High Ceilings,Country Kitchen,Pantry,Partially Furnished,Phone System,Quartz Counters |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Carpet,Wood |
| Fireplace Features | Family Room,Gas,See Through |
| Total Stories | 2 |
| Common Walls | No Common Walls |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows,Insulated Windows,Screens,Shutters |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | Electric Dryer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,In Garage |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Entry Level | 1 |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 1 |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Barbecue,Lighting,Rain Gutters,TV Antenna,Sport Court |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Brick,Privacy,Wood |
| Parking Features | Assigned,Asphalt,Controlled Entrance,Covered,Door-Multi,Direct Access,Driveway Level,Driveway,Garage Faces Front,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Guest,On Site,Paved,Private,One Space,Storage |
| Lot Features | 0-1 Unit/Acre,Bluff,Back Yard,Cul-De-Sac,Drip Irrigation/Bubblers,Flag Lot,Front Yard,Garden,Greenbelt,Sprinklers In Front,Lawn,Landscaped,Level,Paved,Rocks,Secluded,Sprinklers Timer,Sprinkler System,Street Level,Walkstreet,Yard |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 4 |
| Lot Size Area | 3591 |
| Foundation Details | Slab,Stone |
| Spa | true |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.0824 |
| Private Pool | true |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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