21 Calle Vaqueta
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Listing broker / agent: @Vantage Real Estate · Joanna Armstrong · 949-232-2544 · CRMLS
MLS # OC26170519 · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 07:24 UTC
About this property
Interest Rate? ASK me about Rate Buy Down options! 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 a Rate Buydown option. My lender partner is covering the cost of a buydown on first year rate to eligible buyers for potential significant savings. With and accepted offer and subject to product and client qualifications.
Property details
- MLS number
- OC26170519
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 4 Beds • 3 Baths
- Living area
- 1,602 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.1033 acres
- County
- Orange
- Year built
- 1987
- Stories
- 2
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Listing
- Days on market
- 61
Building
- Year built
- 1987
- Year built source
- Public Records
- Stories
- 2
- Building stories
- 2
- Levels
- Two
- Entry level
- 1
- Foundation
- Slab
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 1
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 1
- Main-level bathrooms
- 1
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Converted Bedroom
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Dryer, Washer
- Interior features
- Built In Features, Balcony, Ceiling Fans, High Ceilings, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Recessed Lighting, Unfurnished, Bedroom On Main Level
- Flooring
- Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air, Whole House Fan
- Fireplace
- Gas Starter, Living Room
- Laundry
- In Garage
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 4
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Direct Access, Door Single, Driveway, Garage, On Street
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- Community, Association
- Exterior features
- Awnings
- Lot features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Lawn, Near Park
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Property outlook
- Mountains
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Community features
- Biking, Curbs, Foothills, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Lake, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Park, Pool
- Association amenities
- Clubhouse, Sport Court, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Recreation Room, Tennis Courts, Trails
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $91.00
- Association fee frequency
- Monthly
Schools reported in the listing
- Elementary school
- Trab Mesa
- Middle / junior school
- Rancho Santa Margarita
- High school
- Trabuco Hills
- High school district
- Saddleback Valley Unified
School information is supplied with the listing. Confirm current attendance boundaries and enrollment eligibility directly with the school district.
Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cielo Vista Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | K–6 | 0.5 mi |
| Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate Saddleback Valley Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | 7–8 | 0.5 mi |
| Trabuco Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Trabuco Canyon | K–6 | 0.6 mi |
| Trabuco Mesa Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | K–6 | 0.8 mi |
| Robinson Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Trabuco Canyon | K–6 | 1.1 mi |
| Melinda Heights Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | K–6 | 1.4 mi |
| Tijeras Creek Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | K–5 | 1.6 mi |
| Arroyo Vista Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | 6–8 | 2.2 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $1,160,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $1,200,000
- MLS-reported previous asking price
- $1,175,000
- MLS-reported last price change
- 2026-10-01 17:14 UTC
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 05:43 | $1,160,000 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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