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    • Listed by: @Vantage Real Estate • Joanna Armstrong • Contact: 949-232-2544
    $1,200,000

    21 Calle Vaqueta, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

    4beds
    1,602sqft
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    $7,600/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1987
    4,500 Square Feet Lot
    $1,186,200 Zestimate®
    $749/sqft
    $91/mo HOA

    What's special

    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
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Joanna Armstrong DRE #02093652 949-232-2544,

    @Vantage Real Estate

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC26170519MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bedroom, Converted Bedroom
      Bedroom
      • Features: Bedroom on Main Level
      Bathroom
      • Features: Dual Sinks
      Kitchen
      • Features: Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Self-closing Cabinet Doors, Self-closing Drawers, Updated Kitchen
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Whole House Fan
      Appliances
      • Included: 6 Burner Stove, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Dryer, Washer
      • Laundry: In Garage
      Features
      • Built-in Features, Balcony, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Recessed Lighting, Unfurnished, Bedroom on Main Level
      • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Wood
      • Windows: Double Pane Windows
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Living Room
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,602 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Direct Access, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage, On Street
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      • Uncovered spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Entry location: front
      • Exterior features: Awning(s)
      • Pool features: Community, Association
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Mountain(s)
      Lot
      • Size: 4,500 Square Feet
      • Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Lawn, Near Park
      Details
      • Parcel number: 83329214
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Foundation: Slab
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled,Turnkey
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1987

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Biking, Curbs, Foothills, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Lake, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Park, Pool
      • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: Ranchwood (R2) (Rw)
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Clubhouse, Sport Court, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Recreation Room, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
      • HOA fee: $91 monthly
      • HOA name: Samlarc
      • HOA phone: 949-709-0019
      Location
      • Region: Rancho Santa Margarita

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $749/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $308,854
      • Date on market: 8/18/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 5 days
      • Listing terms: Conventional
      • Inclusions: Washer, dryer, all refrigerators, Nest thermostat, Ring doorbell, camera at garage, fire pit
      • Exclusions: Staging, potted plants

        Estimated market value

        $1,186,200

        $1.13M - $1.25M

        $4,383/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/18/2026Listed for sale$1,200,000$749/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #OC26170519 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026-- $308,854 +2%
        2025$3,082 +1.8%$302,799 +2%
        2024$3,028 +2.4%$296,862 +2%
        2023$2,957 +1.8%$291,042 +2%
        2022$2,905 +37.3%$285,336 +2%
        2021$2,115 -25.1%$279,742 +1%
        2020$2,824 $276,874 +2%
        2019$2,824 -6.3%$271,446 +2%
        2018$3,014 +1.5%$266,124 +2%
        2017$2,969 $260,906 +2%
        2016$2,969 -13.4%$255,791 +1.5%
        2015$3,428 -2.3%$251,949 +2%
        2014$3,510 $247,014 +0.5%
        2013-- $245,898 +2%
        2012-- $241,077 +2%
        2011-- $236,350 +0.8%
        2010-- $234,584 -0.2%
        2009-- $235,142 +2%
        2008-- $230,532 +2%
        2007-- $226,012 +2%
        2006-- $221,581 +2%
        2005-- $217,237 +2%
        2004-- $212,978 +1.9%
        2003-- $209,075 +2%
        2002-- $204,976 +2%
        2001$3,254 -0.1%$200,957 +2%
        2000$3,258 $197,017
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 92688

        Getting around

        53 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        66 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Trab 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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