$1,249,000 - 21 San Ricardo, Rancho Santa Margarita

  • 3Beds
  • 3Baths
  • 1,705SQ. Feet
  • 0.12Acres

Rancho Santa Margarita Home For Sale

Just like a quality DIAMOND, this GEM scores high on all its 4 C’s. Nestled in the desirable Arroyo Oaks & Vista neighborhood featuring wide streets & neighborhood park with play area, association pool/spa & large, grassy outdoor activity space from which you can enjoy the 4th of July fireworks over Rancho Santa Margarita Lake. This SPACIOUS & BRIGHT 3 Bed / 2.5 Bath home with cathedral-ceilinged Living & Dining rooms & open LOFT (4th bedroom option) is irresistible from the moment you step through the front door. Fully RE-PIPED with upgraded kitchen & baths, updated lighting, new 2nd floor carpeting & freshly painted interior complimented by the easy-care TURF, biome-friendly front landscaping & EXPANSIVE hardscaped BACKYARD. Low taxes & HOA fees + TOP-RATED Capistrano school district; Tesoro HS, Arroyo Vista ES & MS + privates too incl. SMCHS. Easy access to toll road & I-5, shopping, dining, entertainment & outdoor activities. This ideal balance of Community, Configuration, Condition & Convenience makes this charming home SPARKLE!

Sales Agent

Sam Smith
  • Sam Smith
  • San Clemente Realtor ®
  • Phone: 949-204-5110
  • Cell: 949-204-5110
  • Contact Agent Now

Amenities

  • AmenitiesClubhouse, Maintenance Grounds, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub
  • UtilitiesCable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Parking Spaces4
  • ParkingDirect Access, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, On Street
  • # of Garages2
  • GaragesDirect Access, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, On Street
  • ViewNone
  • Has PoolYes
  • PoolCommunity, Association
  • SecurityCarbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

School Information

  • DistrictCapistrano Unified
  • ElementaryArroyo Vista
  • HighTesoro

Essential Information

  • MLS® #OC26055229
  • Price$1,249,000
  • Bedrooms3
  • Bathrooms3.00
  • Full Baths2
  • Half Baths1
  • Square Footage1,705
  • Acres0.12
  • Year Built1990
  • TypeResidential
  • Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence
  • StyleContemporary
  • StatusActive Under Contract
  • Listing AgentLilian Muff
  • Listing OfficeBullock Russell RE Services

Exterior

  • ExteriorDrywall, Stucco
  • Lot DescriptionFront Yard, Landscaped, Level, Sprinkler System
  • RoofConcrete, Tile
  • ConstructionDrywall, Stucco
  • FoundationSlab

Additional Information

  • Date ListedFebruary 13th, 2026
  • Days on Market17
  • Short SaleN
  • RE / Bank OwnedN

Community Information

  • Address21 San Ricardo
  • AreaR2 - Rancho Santa Margarita Central
  • SubdivisionArroyo Oaks (AO)
  • CityRancho Santa Margarita
  • CountyOrange
  • Zip Code92688

Interior

  • InteriorCarpet, Tile, Vinyl
  • Interior FeaturesCathedral Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Two Story Ceilings, Unfurnished, All Bedrooms Up, Loft
  • AppliancesDishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater
  • HeatingCentral, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
  • CoolingCentral Air
  • FireplaceYes
  • FireplacesFamily Room
  • # of Stories2
  • StoriesTwo

Price Change History for 21 San Ricardo, Rancho Santa Margarita, (MLS® #OC26055229)

Date Details Price Change
Active Under Contract (from Active)

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  • Average Price per Square Foot:
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