Stunning 4-bedroom, 3-bath home in the desirable Ranchwood community of Rancho Santa Margarita — turnkey and updated for effortless living and entertaining. Enter into the living room noticing the hardwood floors, windows all around and anchored by a custom-surround fireplace. An adjacent courtyard accessed by French doors, fills the room with light. Check out a chef-ready remodeled kitchen with soft-close custom cabinetry by Koville, quartz countertops, herringbone tile backsplash, a 6-burner ZLINE range, under-counter microwave,lazy susan corners and pull-out bins. Head over to the matching custom wine & coffee bar with glass-front uppers, extra wide drawers for storage, Hisense wine/ beverage fridge and plumbing for an espresso machine. Conveniently, there is one bedroom downstairs to serve as an office or guest room. A custom bannister leads upstairs where you will find durable LVP floors throughout. The primary suite is a serene retreat with a bright contemporary walk-in shower with rainfall ceiling shower, adjustable head, and handheld wand in matte black, double sinks, custom cabinetry, walk-in closet and french doors to a private balcony with sunrise and Saddleback mountain views. The featured upgrades include newer double-pane windows, recessed lighting, newer HVAC, Nest thermostat, whole-house fan and an upgraded garage with built-in storage, epoxy floors, EV ready new electrical panel 200 amps, desk and workbench. The low-maintenance backyard offers a built-in fire pit, half basketball court, large retractable, automatic awning for added outdoor comfort while dining all with serene mountain views. Community perks: 5 pools, courts (basketball, tennis, pickleball), parks, trails and exclusive access to Rancho Santa Margarita Lake & Beach Club. Just a short walk, drive or bike to award winning schools, shopping, dining and fun. . Don’t miss this beautifully maintained, move-in ready home in one of Southern California’s safest, per Safewise, most sought-after communities — perfect for everyday living and memorable entertaining.
LOW HOA only $91 a month NO MELLO ROOS
LOW HOA only $91 a month NO MELLO ROOS
Property Details
Price:
$1,200,000
MLS #:
OC26170519
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Ranchwood R2 RW
Neighborhood:
r2ranchosantamargaritacentral
Listed Date:
Aug 19, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,602
Lot Size:
4,500 sqft / 0.10 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1987
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Schools
School District:
Saddleback Valley Unified
Elementary School:
Trab Mesa
Middle School:
Rancho Santa Margarita
High School:
Trabuco Hills
Interior
Appliances
DW, MW, RF, GR, _6BS, HOD
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
CA, WHF
Flooring
TILE, VINY, WOOD
Heating
CF
Interior Features
BI, CF, RECL, UFRN, PDSA, BL, HCEL
Laundry Features
IG, DINC, WINC
Levels
U
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Main Level Bedrooms
1
Exterior
Attached Garage YN
1
Common Walls
NCW
Community Features
SDW, SL, CRB, FHL, GOLF, LAKE, PARK, FISH, HIKI, BIKI
Exterior Features
AW
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spots
4
Parking Total
4
Security Features
SD, COD
View
MT
Window Features
DPW
Financial
HOA Fee
$91
HOA Fee Frequency
MO
Map
Community
- Address21 Calle Vaqueta Rancho Santa Margarita CA
- SubdivisionRanchwood (R2) (RW)
- CityRancho Santa Margarita
- CountyOrange
- Zip Code92688
Subdivisions in Rancho Santa Margarita
- Arroyo Vista AV
- Ballantree BALT
- Belflora BLF
- Bella Ventana BVT
- Belterraza BTR
- Brisa del Lago I BD
- Brisa del Lago II BDII
- Cabo Vista CVS
- Cabrillo Vista CAVI
- California Del Sol CDS
- Cantobrio I R1 CB1
- Castile CAST
- Cierra Del Lago CDL
- Corte Melina CM
- Cresta Vista CRV
- Estrella Vista ESV
- Fairway Estates DCFE
- Fairway Ridge DFR
- Fieldstone Classics FLCL
- Granada GRN
- Greystone Arbor GRAR
- Lakeridge DLR
- Las Flores R1 LF
- Las Flores R2 LF
- Laurels DLAU
- Los Abanicos LOSA
- Los Paseos LOPA
- Los Portillos LSP
- Lyon Promenade LYPM
- Mission Courts R1 MC
- Mission Greens R1 MG
- Montana Del Lago MDL
- Montecito MO
- Montilla MNT
- Oaks DOK
- Ranchwood R2 RW
- Sea Country SEAC
- Serabrisa SRB
- Sonoma Court SCT
- Sterling Heights DSH
- Summit Crest DSC
- Terracina TERC
- Tierra Montanosa TIEM
- Tijeras Creek Villas TCV
- Trabuco – Elms THE
- Trabuco – Homestead THH
- Traditions TRAD
- Valle Vista VLV
- Veranda VERA
- Vista Ladera R2 VL
- Warmington Homes DWH
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Rancho Santa Margarita as of Aug 25, 2026
77
Single Family Listed
52
Avg DOM
383
Avg $ / SqFt
$822,628
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Ranchwood (R2) (RW) subdivision, 21 Calle Vaqueta Rancho Santa Margarita CA is a Single Family for sale in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688. It is listed for $1,200,000 and features 4 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 1,602 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1987. The current price per square foot is $749. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Rancho Santa Margarita is $383. The average listing price for Single Family in Rancho Santa Margarita is $822,628.
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