16 El Guiro, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 (MLS # LG26072608)
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Nestled within the quiet, established Melinda Heights community of Rancho Santa Margarita, this beautiful home offers 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms of thoughtfully updated living space. Ideally situated on a peaceful cul-de-sac, the home features a bright and open floor plan with a spacious living room, vaulted ceilings, and a cozy fireplace. This area flows seamlessly into the remodeled kitchen, which includes an island that connects back to the main living area. The entire downstairs has been updated, including new flooring, fresh paint, a modernized kitchen, and energy-efficient windows throughout. Additional highlights include plantation shutters, crown molding in select bedrooms, and fresh paint in the primary bedroom and primary bathroom. The primary suite offers dual sinks and generous closet space. The private backyard, with no rear neighbors, features artificial turf and new laminate fencing, creating a comfortable space for relaxing or entertaining. Residents in the community also enjoy access to top-rated schools and a wide range of resort-style amenities, including the picturesque Rancho Santa Margarita Lake, the popular Lago Santa Margarita Beach Club and lagoon, multiple community pools, sports courts, 13 parks, playgrounds, and miles of hiking and biking trails that connect to O'Neill Regional Park. With convenient access to the Foothill Transportation Corridor 241, the community offers an ideal balance of scenic surroundings and commuter-friendly convenience. An exceptional opportunity to experience the best of Rancho Santa Margarita living, this is a home you won't want to miss.
| DAYS ON MARKET | 55 | LAST UPDATED | 5/24/2026 |
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| TRACT | Brisa Ladera (BL) | YEAR BUILT | 1992 |
| COMMUNITY | R1 - Rancho Santa Margarita North | GARAGE SPACES | 2.0 |
| COUNTY | Orange | STATUS | Active |
| PROPERTY TYPE(S) | Single Family |
| Elementary School | Melinda Heights |
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| Jr. High School | Rancho Santa Margarita |
| High School | Trabucco Hills |
| PRICE HISTORY | |
| Prior to May 24, '26 | $897,000 |
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| May 24, '26 - Today | $987,000 |
| ADDITIONAL DETAILS | |
| AIR | Central Air |
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| AIR CONDITIONING | Yes |
| APPLIANCES | Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer |
| AREA | R1 - Rancho Santa Margarita North |
| CONSTRUCTION | Stucco |
| FIREPLACE | Yes |
| GARAGE | Attached Garage, Yes |
| HEAT | Central, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas |
| HOA DUES | 91|Monthly |
| INTERIOR | Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting |
| LOT | 4465 sq ft |
| LOT DESCRIPTION | Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Landscaped |
| LOT DIMENSIONS | 4464 |
| PARKING | Attached, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage |
| POOL DESCRIPTION | Community, In Ground, Association |
| SEWER | Public Sewer |
| STORIES | 2 |
| SUBDIVISION | Brisa Ladera (BL) |
| UTILITIES | Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected |
| VIEW | Yes |
| VIEW DESCRIPTION | Park/Greenbelt |
| WATER | Public |
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