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  • Listed by: Virginia Hall, Broker • Virginia Hall • Contact: 7149254983
    $1,200,000

    4 Velarde Ct, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

    3beds
    1,857sqft
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    $7,999/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1997
    4,386 Square Feet Lot
    $1,183,100 Zestimate®
    $646/sqft
    $91/mo HOA

    What's special

    **Sellers are in escrow & highly motivated to secure a successful sale. Don’t miss this opportunity—bring your offer!** **Welcome to Cabrillo Vista, one of Rancho Santa Margarita’s most desirable neighborhoods!** This beautifully cared-for home showcases true pride of ownership, stunning Saddleback Mountain views and a thoughtfully designed interior. The spacious kitchen and dining areas flow into a spectacular family room with soaring vaulted ceilings and over 430 square feet of living space. French doors open to a covered Alumawood patio, creating the perfect indoor-outdoor setting for relaxing and entertaining. Numerous upgrades include a **remodeled kitchen with custom cabinetry (2019), all three remodeled bathrooms (2023), and a brand-new 4-ton Rheem A/C system installed in June 2026** with a 10-year compressor and parts warranty and 5-year labor warranty. Additional features include LED lighting, ceiling fans throughout, Elfa® closet and laundry shelving, custom upstairs cabinetry, a resurfaced bonus room ceiling, epoxy-coated garage floor and a **2026 LiftMaster Wi-Fi garage door opener** operated by phone or keypad. Enjoy walking distance to a community pool, plus access to **SAMLARC amenities including pools, parks, hiking and biking trails, year-round community events and the beautiful Santa Margarita Beach Club.** With its exceptional location, mountain views, extensive upgrades and outstanding community amenities, this home offers the best of the Rancho Santa Margarita lifestyle.
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    Virginia Hall DRE #00748129 7149254983,

    Virginia Hall, Broker

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC26213544MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bedroom, Great Room, Other
      Bedroom
      • Features: All Bedrooms Up
      Bathroom
      • Features: Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Tub Shower
      Other
      • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Microwave, Water Heater
      • Laundry: Laundry Closet
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Granite Counters, Storage, All Bedrooms Up, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Fireplace features: None
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,857 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Door-Multi, Garage
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Entry location: FRONT DOOR
      • Pool features: Association
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Hills
      Lot
      • Size: 4,386 Square Feet
      • Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Sprinkler System
      Details
      • Parcel number: 80606116
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1997

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Tap Paid
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Biking, Dog Park, Hiking, Park
      • Security: Security System
      • Subdivision: Cabrillo Vista (Cavi)
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Clubhouse, Sport Court, Dog Park, Outdoor Cooking Area, Other Courts, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Recreation Room, Spa/Hot Tub, Trail(s)
      • HOA fee: $91 monthly
      • HOA name: Samlarc
      • HOA phone: 949-448-6000
      Location
      • Region: Rancho Santa Margarita

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $646/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $1,040,400
      • Date on market: 10/1/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 15 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,FHA,Fannie Mae,Government Loan
      • Exclusions: The Seller plans to take the hanging shelves installed in the Garage unless otherwise negotiated

        Estimated market value

        $1,183,100

        $1.12M - $1.24M

        $4,852/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/1/2026Listed for sale$1,200,000+20%$646/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #OC26213544 Report a problem
        8/31/2023Sold$1,000,000+77%$539/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        9/23/2013Sold$565,000+1.1%$304/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        8/30/2013Pending sale$559,000$301/sqft
        Source: Evergreen Realty, HomeSmart #OC13172391 Report a problem
        8/26/2013Listed for sale$559,000+100.4%$301/sqft
        Source: Evergreen Realty, HomeSmart #OC13172391 Report a problem
        11/2/2000Sold$279,000+55%$150/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        3/13/1998Sold$180,000$97/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026-- $1,040,400 +2%
        2025$10,372 +1.9%$1,020,000 +2%
        2024$10,176 +49.7%$1,000,000 +50.2%
        2023$6,796 +1.9%$665,714 +2%
        2022$6,669 +3%$652,661 +2%
        2021$6,476 +0.9%$639,864 +1%
        2020$6,416 $633,303 +2%
        2019$6,416 -9.8%$620,886 +2%
        2018$7,114 +0.5%$608,712 +2%
        2017$7,082 $596,777 +2%
        2016$7,082 +2%$585,076 +1.5%
        2015$6,943 +1.1%$576,288 +2%
        2014$6,865 $565,000 +45%
        2013-- $389,604 +2%
        2012-- $381,965 +2%
        2011-- $374,476 +0.8%
        2010-- $371,678 -0.2%
        2009-- $372,562 +2%
        2008-- $365,257 +2%
        2007-- $358,096 +2%
        2006-- $351,075 +2%
        2005-- $344,192 +16.4%
        2004-- $295,690 +1.9%
        2003-- $290,271 +2%
        2002-- $284,580 +2%
        2001$4,697 +37.7%$279,000 +48.4%
        2000$3,412 $187,957
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 92688

        Getting around

        41 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        24 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Tijeras Creek
        • Middle: Las Flores
        • High: Tesoro

        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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