12 El Guiro, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

$1,129,900
3
BD
3
BA
1,427
SqFt
List Price
$1,129,900
Status
ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT
MLS#
OC25175124
Year Built
1993
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Living Sq. Ft
1,427
Lot Size
5,040
Acres
0.12
Lot Location
Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Garden, Lawn, Landscaped, Level, Near Park, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System, Walkstreet, Yard
Days on Market
9
Property Type
Single Family Residential
Style
Mediterranean, Traditional
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Stories
One Level
Neighborhood
Brisa Ladera (Bl)

Property Description

Tucked away in one of RSM’s quiet & established neighborhoods, Melinda Heights, this recently remodeled home offers 3 beds, 2.5 baths, & 1,427 SF of thoughtfully updated living. Blending modern upgrades with everyday functionality, this home is very comfortable & move-in ready! The main living areas feature LVP flooring with 7” baseboards adding a contemporary feel throughout. The spacious family room includes recessed lighting & a stunning Asterix granite fireplace surround, creating a warm & inviting space to relax or entertain. The kitchen has been completely updated with paint, granite counters, travertine backsplash, & new (2024) LG appliances: range, dishwasher, oven, & refrigerator (built-in whiskey ice maker). Slider doors access the backyard, creating a seamless connection between indoor comfort & outdoor enjoyment. All bathrooms have been tastefully renovated with designer finishes. Featuring a custom walk-in shower with Sebastian Gray marble mosaic tile, bronze aluminum trim, & a granite vanity, the primary bath was designed with comfort & style in mind. Herringbone marble tile, quartz counters, & a sleek, updated vanity have been added to the downstairs half bath while the upper guest bath offers a refined look with marble counters & modern finishes, creating continuity throughout. Newer interior improvements include: HVAC system (2020) with high-flow air vents, Ecobee smart thermostat, bedroom carpeting, & interior paint (2021). Recent exterior enhancements: Almost all-new paint (2025), refreshed front & rear landscaping, & a durable Duramax vinyl fence (2023). The finished garage is equipped with a 40-gallon Signature Series water heater (2020) & a Grizzl-E 32 Amp/220V electric car charger. Located in the desirable Melinda Heights neighborhood, proximity to the award-winning Melinda Heights Elementary School is valuable, just a few blocks away. Nearby Altisima Park offers a junior Olympic-size pool, basketball & tennis courts, baseball & soccer fields, picnic areas, a tot lot, & more. With convenient access to the 241 Foothill Transportation Corridor, this community offers both scenic surroundings & commuter-friendly convenience. Residents of RSM enjoy access to an array of resort-style amenities, including the scenic RSM Lake, popular Lago Santa Margarita beach club & lagoon, several community pools, sports courts, 13 parks, playgrounds, & miles of hiking & biking trails that connect directly to the expansive O’Neill Regional Park.

Additional Information

HOA
87
Frequency
Monthly
Second HOA
$125
Association Amenities
Clubhouse, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Pickleball, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s)
Appliances
Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Range, High Efficiency Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater
Pool Description
Community, Heated, Lap, Association
Fireplace Description
Gas, Living Room, Masonry, Raised Hearth
Heat
Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
Cooling
Yes
Cooling Description
Central Air, Electric, High Efficiency
View
None
Exterior Construction
Drywall, Concrete, Stucco
Patio
Concrete, Front Porch, Wrap Around
Roof
Concrete, Tile
Garage Spaces Total
2
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
School District
Saddleback Valley Unified
Elementary School
Melinda Heights
Middle School
Rancho Santa Margarita
High School
Trabuco Hills
Interior Features
Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Storage, All Bedrooms Up, Primary Suite
Attached Structure
Detached
Number Of Units Total
1

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Christian Wach (christian@talaverare.com) from Listing Office: Talavera Real Estate.

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