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21 Calle Vaqueta ,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

$1,175,000

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 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 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. Interested in Lower first year payments? Call me directly to talk about potential Rate Buydown option.

Basic Information

MLS #:
OC26170519

Price:
$1,175,000

Price
(per sq ft):
$733.00

Address:
21 Calle Vaqueta ,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

MLS Area:
R2 - Rancho Santa Margarita Central

Subdivision:
Ranchwood (R2) (RW)

Property
Type:
Single Family Residence

Days on Market:
36

Status:
Active

Bedrooms:
4

Bathrooms:
3

Full Baths:
2

Size (sq ft):
1,602 sq ft

Lot Size:
4,500 sq ft

Listing Agent:
@Vantage Real Estate , Joanna Armstrong , 02093652

Year Built:
1987

Sale Type:
Standard

Rooms in Home

Rooms:
Main Floor Bedroom, Converted Bedroom

Eating Area:

Laundry:
In Garage, Washer Included, Dryer Included

Entry Location:
front

Interior Features

Fireplace:
Gas Starter, Living Room

Cooling:
Whole House Fan, Central Air

Heating:
Central

Floor:
Tile, Vinyl, Wood

Appliances:
6 Burner Stove, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Gas Range, Dishwasher

Interior Features:
Balcony, Built-in Features, Unfurnished, High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Pull Down Stairs to Attic, Recessed Lighting

Security:
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Accessibility:

Garage and Parking

Garage:
Attached

Garage:
2 Spaces

Carport:
0 Spaces

Parking:
Garage, Direct Garage Access, Garage - Single Door, Driveway, Street

Home Owners Association

HOA Dues 1:
$91.00 / Monthly

HOA Dues 2:
$

HOA Amenities: 
Sport Court, Hiking Trails, Pickleball, Playground, Tennis Court(s), Pool, Clubhouse, Recreation Room, Picnic Area, Biking Trails

Utilities

Water:
Public

Utilities:
Natural Gas Connected,Sewer Connected,Cable Connected,Electricity Connected,Water Connected

School Information

District:
Saddleback Valley Unified

Elementary:
TRAMES2

Middle:
RASAMA

High:
TRAHIL

Exterior Features

Pool:
Association, Community

Spa:

Patio:

View:
Mountain(s)

Construction:

Foundation:
Slab

Roof:

Windows:
Double Pane Windows

Common Walls:
No Common Walls

Levels:
Two

Lot Features:
0-1 Unit/Acre, Park Nearby, Back Yard, Lawn

Additional Information

County:
Orange

Senior Community:
No

Community Features:
Curbs, Golf, Biking, Hiking, Fishing, Foothills, Lake, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Park

Other Structures:

Structure Condition:
Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled

Direction Faces:

Last
Updated:
9/23/2026 10:12 PM

21 Calle Vaqueta ,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688