Open House Sun, Sep 13th 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM - Price Reduction - Views
Address
4 El Vaquero, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Price
$ 1,174,900
Property Attributes
- MLS#OC26157139
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyOrange
- CityRancho Santa Margarita
- Area Rancho Santa Margarita Central
- NeighborhoodRanchwood (R2) (RW)
- Zip92688
- Style
- Year Built1986
- Price$ 1,174,900
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage1602
- Lot Size0.0918 Acres
Data Source:
California Regional MLS (CRMLS)
Property Description
This home qualifies for a FREE DOWN PAYMENT GRANT of up to 3.5% of the purchase price through True Prime Mortgage! Welcome home to Rancho Santa Margarita - ranked the #1 safest city in Orange County for over ten years! This beautiful single family residence features three spacious bedrooms, 2 and a half bathrooms, and just over 1,600 square feet of living space. Located on a desirable corner lot with no neighbors on one side and plenty of extra parking, this home has been immaculately well maintained and has amazing curb appeal. An inviting living room entry with cozy fireplace welcomes you into the home. There is a formal dining room which leads to a generous-sized kitchen, complete with a new gas range, granite counters and tile backsplash. On the other side of the kitchen you'll encounter a large family room with direct access to your attached two-car garage. Both the living and family rooms provide sliding door access to your private backyard, featuring a custom outdoor fireplace, patio cover, and plenty of space for outdoor living with both grass and hardscape. The corner lot location of this home allows for a generously-sized wrap-around yard. The principal suite is located upstairs, along with two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom. The principal bedroom boasts tall vaulted ceilings and a private outdoor deck where you can enjoy beautiful views of the mountains and city lights. Walking distance to three different schools, including elementary, middle, and high school. Very low HOA dues of only $91 per month and NO MELLO ROOS! Very low tax rate of just over 1%. Enjoy access to all the amenities that Rancho Santa Margarita master community has to offer, including the beach club, RSM lake, pools, tennis courts, a water park, walking trails, and much more! In addition to being the #1 safest city in Orange County, Rancho Santa Margarita is now the #1 safest city and has the lowest level of crime in all of California. Don't miss out on this opportunity!
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/20/2026 | Listed $1,199,900 |
| 9/12/2026 | 2$1,174,900 |
General Features
| Living Area | 1602 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Possession | Close Of Escrow |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Range,Refrigerator |
| HOA Fee | 91 |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Wrap Around |
| Pool Features | Community,Association |
| Security Features | Carbon Monoxide Detector(s),Smoke Detector(s) |
| Year Built | 1986 |
| Electric | 220 Volts in Garage |
| View | City Lights,Hills,Mountain(s),Trees/Woods |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Community Features | Biking,Curbs,Dog Park,Fishing,Hiking,Lake,Park,Storm Drain(s),Street Lights,Suburban,Sidewalks,Water Sports,Pool |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Monthly |
| County | Orange |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Association Amenities | Sport Court,Outdoor Cooking Area,Other Courts,Barbecue,Picnic Area,Playground,Pool,Tennis Court(s),Trail(s) |
| HOA | true |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Subdivision Name | Ranchwood (R2) (RW) |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Other Structures | Storage |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Special Listing Conditions | Standard,Trust |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Santa Margarite Pkwy and Fundadores |
| City | Rancho Santa Margarita |
| Association Name | SAMLARC |
| Entry Location | First Floor |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| High School District | Saddleback Valley Unified |
| Number Of Units Total | 1 |
| MLS Area | R2 - Rancho Santa Margarita Central |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 4000 |
| Listing Terms | Cash to New Loan |
| Property Attached Y/N | false |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Current Financing | None |
| Property Condition | Turnkey |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | false |
| Lease Considered Y/N | false |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/96f92c28-2b71-44b1-8ef7-1309892dbb71?wl=true&setAttribution=mls&initialViewType=pano |
| Structure Type | House |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Vacant |
| Year Built Source | Public Records |
| Tax Lot | 77 |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/96f92c28-2b71-44b1-8ef7-1309892dbb71?initialViewType=pano |
| Property Sub Type Additional | Single Family Residence |
| Expected Active Date | 2026-07-28 |
| PostalCity | RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Separate/Formal Dining Room,Granite Counters,Unfurnished,All Bedrooms Up |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Carpet,Tile |
| Fireplace Features | Living Room,Outside |
| Total Stories | 2 |
| Common Walls | No Common Walls |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | In Garage |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Entry Level | 1 |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 1 |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Lot Features | Corner Lot |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 2 |
| Lot Size Area | 4000 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.0918 |
| Private Pool | false |
| 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
Property vs Single Family Average in 92688
Price
Year Built
In The Neighborhood
Open House
Rancho Santa Margarita
$ 1,200,000
- Type
- Single Family
- Size
- 1,602 SqFt
- Rooms
- 4 Beds + 2.5 Baths
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