12 El Vaquero, Rancho Santa Margarita, California 92688, Rancho Santa Margarita, - bed, bath

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ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT$1,175,000
12 El Vaquero, Rancho Santa Margarita, California 92688
4Beds
3Baths
1,660Sqft
4,000Lot
Year Built
1986
Close
-
List price
$1.18M
Original List price
$1.18M
Price/Sqft
-
HOA
$87
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
OC25231150
Home ConditionGood
Features
ViewNeighborhood

About this home

A beautiful 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home with a spacious loft and two-car garage offering plenty of extra storage. The private backyard is perfect for entertaining, with some sunset views over the neighbors below. Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac, this home is centrally located in Rancho Santa Margarita. Inside, you’ll find a stunning kitchen and bathrooms, brand-new Vinyl flooring downstairs, and clean, like-new carpet upstairs. Plantation shutters throughout, double pane windows, ceiling fans in every bedroom, and fresh interior paint colors give the home a modern, inviting feel. The open floor plan includes a large living room with fireplace and cathedral ceilings, a family room off the kitchen, and a convenient half bath on the main level. This ideal location offers easy access to Lake RSM, shopping, restaurants, and more. Enjoy all the amenities Rancho Santa Margarita has to offer, including the lake, pools, and parks.

Price History

Date
Event
Price
10/08/25
Listing
$1,175,000
Neighborhood Comparison

 SubjectAverage HomeNeighbourhood Ranking (96 Listings)
Beds44
50%
Baths33
50%
Square foot1,6602,018
28%
Lot Size4,0004,550
32%
Price$1.18M$1.27M
36%
Price per square foot$708$640
75%
Built year19861994
9%
HOA$87$87
50%
Days on market29162
1%
Condition Rating
Good

The property, built in 1986, has undergone extensive and recent interior renovations, including a stunning, modern kitchen with new stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and white shaker cabinets, as well as fully updated bathrooms with contemporary finishes. Brand-new vinyl flooring downstairs, like-new carpet upstairs, fresh paint, and double-pane windows contribute to a move-in ready condition. However, the property's age suggests that major systems (e.g., HVAC, roof, plumbing, electrical) may be original or nearing the end of their lifespan, and the absence of central air conditioning is a notable functional drawback, preventing an 'Excellent' rating despite the high quality of the cosmetic updates.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Extensively Updated Interiors: The home features stunning updated kitchen and bathrooms, brand-new Vinyl flooring downstairs, like-new carpet upstairs, fresh interior paint, and plantation shutters throughout, offering a modern and inviting aesthetic.
Desirable Location & Community Amenities: Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac and centrally located in Rancho Santa Margarita, providing easy access to Lake RSM, shopping, restaurants, and a wealth of community amenities including the lake, pools, and parks.
Functional & Spacious Layout: Offers a practical 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom layout with a spacious loft, a two-car garage for extra storage, an open floor plan including a large living room with cathedral ceilings, and a convenient main-level half bath.
Private Outdoor Entertaining Space: The private backyard is ideal for entertaining, complemented by double-pane windows and some sunset views, enhancing the living experience.
Modern Comfort Features: Equipped with double pane windows for energy efficiency and noise reduction, and ceiling fans in every bedroom, contributing to year-round comfort.

Cons

Age of Property: Built in 1986, while cosmetically updated, major systems (e.g., HVAC, roof, plumbing, electrical) may be original or nearing end-of-life, potentially requiring future investment.
Lack of Central Air Conditioning: The description mentions ceiling fans but does not specify a central air conditioning system, which could be a significant drawback during warmer months in California.
Limited View Quality: The property offers 'some sunset views over the neighbors below' and is categorized with a 'Neighborhood' view, indicating views are not panoramic or fully private, which may not appeal to buyers seeking premium vistas.

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