About 4 El Vaquero
This home qualifies for a FREE DOWN PAYMENT GRANT of up to 3.5% of the purchase price through True Prime Mortgage! Welcome home to Rancho Santa Margarita - ranked the #1 safest city in Orange County for over ten years! This beautiful single family residence features three spacious bedrooms, 2 and a half bathrooms, and just over 1,600 square feet of living space. Located on a desirable corner lot with no neighbors on one side and plenty of extra parking, this home has been immaculately well maintained and has amazing curb appeal. An inviting living room entry with cozy fireplace welcomes you into the home. There is a formal dining room which leads to a generous-sized kitchen, complete with a new gas range, granite counters and tile backsplash. On the other side of the kitchen you'll encounter a large family room with direct access to your attached two-car garage. Both the living and family rooms provide sliding door access to your private backyard, featuring a custom outdoor fireplace, patio cover, and plenty of space for outdoor living with both grass and hardscape. The corner lot location of this home allows for a generously-sized wrap-around yard. The principal suite is located upstairs, along with two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom. The principal bedroom boasts tall vaulted ceilings and a private outdoor deck where you can enjoy beautiful views of the mountains and city lights. Walking distance to three different schools, including elementary, middle, and high school. Very low HOA dues of only $91 per month and NO MELLO ROOS! Very low tax rate of just over 1%. Enjoy access to all the amenities that Rancho Santa Margarita master community has to offer, including the beach club, RSM lake, pools, tennis courts, a water park, walking trails, and much more! In addition to being the #1 safest city in Orange County, Rancho Santa Margarita is now the #1 safest city and has the lowest level of crime in all of California. Don't miss out on this opportunity!
Features of 4 El Vaquero
| MLS® # | OC26157139 |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,199,900 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 3.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 1,602 |
| Acres | 0.09 |
| Year Built | 1986 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 4 El Vaquero |
|---|---|
| Area | R2 - Rancho Santa Margarita Central |
| Subdivision | Ranchwood (R2) (RW) |
| City | Rancho Santa Margarita |
| County | Orange |
| Zip Code | 92688 |
Amenities
| Amenities | Sport Court, Outdoor Cooking Area, Other Courts, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s) |
|---|---|
| Parking Spaces | 2 |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| View | City Lights, Hills, Mountain(s), Trees/Woods |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | Yes |
| Pool | Community, Association |
Interior
| Interior | Carpet, Tile |
|---|---|
| Interior Features | Separate/Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, Unfurnished, All Bedrooms Up |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator |
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Has Basement | No |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Living Room, Outside |
| # of Stories | 2 |
| Stories | Two |
Exterior
| Lot Description | Corner Lot |
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School Information
| District | Saddleback Valley Unified |
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Additional Information
| Date Listed | July 18th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 43 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
| HOA Fees | 91 |
| HOA Fees Freq. | Monthly |
| Leased Land | Fee |
| Senior Community | No |
Listing Details
| Agent | Cameron Davis |
|---|---|
| Office | Selling OC Real Estate |