Discover the charm of this lovely corner lot Ranchwood home, nestled in the heart of Rancho Santa Margarita. As you approach, enjoy the stunning views of the Saddleback Mountains and the delightful curb appeal that welcomes you. Inside, you will find the home to be meticulously maintained. This residence features numerous energy-saving upgrades, including paid-off solar panels with an updated electrical panel, dual-pane windows, and sliders. A new metal roof was installed in 2019. The kitchen, flooring, bathrooms, interior doors, and ceiling fans have all been thoughtfully updated as well. The garage is equipped with a 220 V outlet for EV charging, and a high-efficiency HVAC system with new ductwork was installed in 2021. The backyard was converted to water-conserving landscaping in 2022, complementing the mature fruit-bearing trees such as blood orange, cara cara navel orange, lemon, lime, peach-plums, and tangerine.
Enjoy all the amenities that the master-planned community of Rancho Santa Margarita (RSM) offers. Your SAMLARC membership includes access to four pools, a beach club with a sandy beach, tennis courts, kids’ play areas, volleyball courts, parks, a skate park, a dog park, and hiking and biking trails. Centrally located in the heart of RSM, you’ll be less than a mile from the Town Center and within walking distance to Monte Vista Park, which features a junior Olympic-size pool, tennis courts, and basketball courts.
Benefit from low taxes, no Mello-Roos, low HOA dues, and award-winning schools. For nature lovers, O’Neill Regional Park is just a short jaunt away. This home truly offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and community.
Sold for $1,101,000
Listing Provided by: eXp Realty of Greater Los Angeles, Inc.
Bought with: Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Tax assessed value
$1,101,000
17 Las Alforjas, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
3beds
1,602sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
4,500 Square Feet Lot
$1,133,200 Zestimate®
$687/sqft
$4,617 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,133,200
$1.08M - $1.19M
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Listing Provided by:
Tarah Walker DRE #01928992 562-569-2222,
eXp Realty of Greater Los Angeles, Inc.
Bought with:
Diane Reece, DRE #01993609
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Robert Reece, DRE #01993610
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC24170316
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Kitchen
- Features: Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, In Garage
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, All Bedrooms Up, Primary Suite
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,602 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Door-Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 1
- Pool features: None, Association
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 4,500 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 83329309
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horse amenities: Riding Trail
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Termite Clearance,Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Garage
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Biking, Curbs, Foothills, Hiking, Horse Trails, Suburban, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Rancho Santa Margarita
- Subdivision: Ranchwood (R2) (Rw)
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $81 monthly
- Amenities included: Bocce Court, Sport Court, Dog Park, Meeting/Banquet/Party Room, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Recreation Room, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
- Association name: SAMLARC
- Association phone: 949-709-0010
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Submit
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/17/2024 | Sold | $1,101,000+64.6%$687/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #OC24170316 Report a problem | ||
| 11/28/2017 | Sold | $669,000+0%$418/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2017 | Pending sale | $668,900$418/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Prestige Properties #OC17237298 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2017 | Listed for sale | $668,900+60.6%$418/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Prestige Properties #OC17237298 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2011 | Sold | $416,500-2%$260/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2011 | Price change | $424,900-1.2%$265/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Mission Viejo #S672783 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2011 | Listed for sale | $429,900$268/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Mission Viejo #S672783 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,459 +47.9% | $1,101,000 +47.5% |
| 2024 | $7,746 +2.3% | $746,279 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,570 +1.7% | $731,647 +2% |
| 2022 | $7,442 +13.3% | $717,301 +2% |
| 2021 | $6,571 -9.3% | $703,237 +1% |
| 2020 | $7,248 | $696,027 +2% |
| 2019 | $7,248 -12% | $682,380 +2% |
| 2018 | $8,233 +49.9% | $669,000 +48.4% |
| 2017 | $5,490 | $450,760 +2% |
| 2016 | $5,490 -7.4% | $441,922 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,929 -0.7% | $435,284 +2% |
| 2014 | $5,971 | $426,758 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $424,830 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $416,500 +84.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $226,188 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $224,498 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $225,032 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $220,620 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $216,295 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $212,054 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $207,897 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $203,821 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $200,086 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $196,163 +2% |
| 2001 | $3,183 -0.1% | $192,317 +2% |
| 2000 | $3,185 | $188,547 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 92688
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Trabuco Mesa Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 10/10Trabuco Hills High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Trabuco Mesa
- Middle: Rancho Santa Margarita
- High: Trabuco Hills
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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