Property Attributes
- MLS#OC26152648
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active Under Contract
- CountyOrange
- CityRancho Santa Margarita
- Area Rancho Santa Margarita North
- NeighborhoodEstrella Vista (ESV)
- Zip92688
- Style
- Year Built1991
- Price$ 1,400,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2569
- Lot Size0.1538 Acres
Data Source:
California Regional MLS (CRMLS)
Property Description
Welcome to 21 San Gabriel, a well-maintained 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home plus bonus room ideally located in the desirable Melinda Heights community of Rancho Santa Margarita. Thoughtfully designed for everyday living and entertaining, this home offers a flexible floor plan, generous living spaces, and beautiful hillside views. Step inside to soaring ceilings, natural light, and elegant formal living and dining rooms that create a warm and inviting first impression. The spacious kitchen features a large peninsula with bar seating, abundant cabinetry, and a sunny breakfast nook, all opening seamlessly to the adjoining family room with a cozy fireplace, creating the perfect gathering space for family and friends. A highly desirable main-floor bedroom and adjacent full bathroom provide flexibility for guests, multi-generational living, or a private home office. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite is privately situated on one side of the home and serves as a peaceful retreat, featuring volume ceilings, an en-suite bathroom with dual sinks, a soaking tub, separate shower, and a generous walk-in closet. Across the hall, the expansive bonus room offers flexibility as a media room, home office, playroom, or second family room and could easily be enclosed to create a fifth bedroom if desired. This area also provides access to two additional guest bedrooms and a full bathroom, creating a separate bedroom wing that offers added privacy for family members or guests. Outside, enjoy excellent curb appeal, mature landscaping, and a rare three-car attached garage. The private backyard offers panoramic views of the hills, mature trees, neighborhood, and spectacular Southern California sunsets, making it the perfect place to relax or entertain. Additional improvements include PEX repiping for added peace of mind. Residents enjoy access to Rancho Santa Margarita's amenities, including Lago Santa Margarita, the Beach Club Lagoon, four Junior Olympic-sized swimming pools, parks, playgrounds, sports courts, and miles of scenic hiking and biking trails. Conveniently located near award-winning Melinda Heights Elementary School, shopping, dining, and easy access to the 241 Toll Road. Consistently recognized as one of California's safest cities, Rancho Santa Margarita offers an exceptional quality of life, a true sense of community, and an unbeatable Orange County lifestyle. 21 San Gabriel is the perfect place to call home!
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Melinda Heights Elementary School | Rancho Santa Margarita Middle School | Trabucco Hills High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/14/2026 | Listed $1,474,900 |
| 8/4/2026 | 5$1,400,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 2569 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer,Sewer Tap Paid |
| Heating | Central,Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air,Electric |
| Utilities | Cable Available,Cable Connected,Electricity Available,Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Available,Natural Gas Connected,Phone Available,Phone Connected,Sewer Available,Sewer Connected,Water Available,Water Connected |
| Possession | Close Of Escrow |
| Roof | Spanish Tile |
| Appliances | Double Oven,Dishwasher,Gas Cooktop,Disposal,Gas Oven,Gas Water Heater,Range Hood,Vented Exhaust Fan,Water To Refrigerator |
| HOA Fee | 152 |
| Garage Spaces | 3 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Concrete,Covered,Front Porch,Patio,Porch |
| Architectural Style | Traditional,Patio Home |
| Pool Features | Association |
| Security Features | Carbon Monoxide Detector(s),Smoke Detector(s) |
| Construction Materials | Frame,Stucco |
| Year Built | 1991 |
| Electric | Standard |
| View | City Lights,Hills,Neighborhood,Panoramic,Trees/Woods |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Community Features | Curbs,Gutter(s),Storm Drain(s),Street Lights,Suburban,Sidewalks,Park |
| Accessibility | See Remarks |
| HOA Fee 2 | 91 |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Monthly |
| County | Orange |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Association Amenities | Sport Court,Fire Pit,Outdoor Cooking Area,Other Courts,Barbecue,Picnic Area,Paddle Tennis,Playground,Pickleball,Pool,Spa/Hot Tub,Tennis Court(s),Trail(s) |
| HOA | true |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Subdivision Name | Estrella Vista (ESV) |
| Facing Direction | Northeast |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Special Listing Conditions | Standard |
| Status | Active Under Contract |
| Directions | From Santa Margarita Pkwy take Melinda Rd (E) to Via Arribo (R) to Mission St (R) to La Purisma (R) to Buena Ventura (L) to San Gabriel |
| High School | Trabucco Hills |
| City | Rancho Santa Margarita |
| Disclosures | Covenants/Restrictions Disclosure,HOA Disclosure |
| Association Name | Vista Sur HOA |
| Entry Location | 1 |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| High School District | Saddleback Valley Unified |
| Open Parking Spaces | 3 |
| Number Of Units Total | 1 |
| MLS Area | R1 - Rancho Santa Margarita North |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 6700 |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Cash to New Loan |
| Spa Features | Association |
| HOA Fee 2 Frequency | Monthly |
| Elementary School | Melinda Heights |
| Property Attached Y/N | false |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Middle/Junior High School | Rancho Santa Margarita |
| Property Condition | Turnkey |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | false |
| Lease Considered Y/N | false |
| Virtual Tour | https://tours.houzzpix.com/2395853?idx=1 |
| Structure Type | House |
| AssociationName2 | SAMLARC |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Builder Name | Fieldstone |
| Standard Status | Active Under Contract |
| Occupancy Type | Owner |
| Year Built Source | Assessor |
| Tax Lot | 12 |
| Property Sub Type Additional | Single Family Residence |
| PostalCity | RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Breakfast Bar,Built-in Features,Breakfast Area,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Separate/Formal Dining Room,High Ceilings,Recessed Lighting,Tile Counters,Two Story Ceilings,Unfurnished,Bedroom on Main Level,Entrance Foyer,Loft,Walk-In Closet(s) |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Carpet,Tile |
| Fireplace Features | Family Room,Gas |
| Total Stories | 1 |
| Common Walls | No Common Walls |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Blinds,Screens |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| 3/4 Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | Washer Hookup,Inside,Laundry Room |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Entry Level | 1 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 1 |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 1 |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Fencing | Invisible,Stucco Wall,Wood |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Concrete,Door-Multi,Direct Access,Driveway,Garage Faces Front,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Paved |
| Lot Features | Back Yard,Front Yard,Sprinklers In Rear,Sprinklers In Front,Lawn,Landscaped,Near Park,Paved,Secluded,Sprinkler System,Yard |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 6 |
| Lot Size Area | 6700 |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Spa | true |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.1538 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Private Pool | false |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Door Features | Sliding Doors |
| Road Frontage Type | City Street |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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