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  • For Sale
  • Coming Soon
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 1,293 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 1 day ago
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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.

Full Property Details for 16 El Guiro

General

  • Price: $987,000
  • HOA FEE: $91/month
  • Status: Coming Soon
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRMLS
  • MLS ID: LG26072608
  • Updated: 5/24/2026
  • Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Sun, Primary Bedroom, All Bedrooms Up, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Suite, Primary Bathroom
  • Interior Features: Crown Molding, Quartz Counters, High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Open Floorplan
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Gas
  • Eating Areas: Family Kitchen, In Family Room, Area
  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Dishwasher
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: In Garage, Washer Included, Dryer Included

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: Pickleball, Tennis Court(s), Pool, Barbecue, Clubhouse, Outdoor Cooking Area, Spa/Hot Tub, Picnic Area
  • Pool Description: Association, In-Ground, Community
  • Spa Description: Association, In-Ground, Community

Exterior

  • Deck/Patio: Covered, Concrete, Porch, Slab, Rear Porch

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Garage, Garage Faces Front, Driveway

Location

  • County: Orange
  • Subdivision: Brisa Ladera (BL)
  • Driving Directions: Exit 1-5 at Oso Pkwy, Head East on Oso Pkwy, Left on Felipe Rd, Right on Alicia Pkwy, Left on Santa Margarita Pkwy, Right on Melinda Rd, Left on Rancho Trabuco, Right on Via Trompeta, Right on El Guiro
  • Direction Faces: East

School Information

  • School District: Saddleback Valley Unified
  • Elementary School: MELHEI
  • Middle School: RASAMA
  • High School: TRAHIL2

Community

  • Community Features: Gutters, Curbs, Foothills, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Suburban
  • Assoc. Name: First Service

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Fireplace(s), Natural Gas, Central

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Structure Type: Single Family Residence
  • Construction: Stucco
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Tile
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Windows: Plantation Shutters, Screens
  • Doors: Sliding Doors
  • Disability Access: Low-Pile Carpeting
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Stories/Levels: Two
  • Stories Description: Two
  • Square Feet: 1,293
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled

Unit Information

  • Units in Complex: 222

Lot Features

  • Property View: Park/Greenbelt
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.1025
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,464
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Dimensions: 4464
  • Irrigation System: Sprinkler System
  • Lot Description: Cul-de-Sac, Landscaped, Sprinklers Timer, Park Nearby, Front Yard, Back Yard, Yard
  • Fencing (Description): New Condition

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $763.34
  • Association Fee: $91
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
  • Other Fee: $130
  • Other Fee Type: Association Fee 2
  • Other Fee Freq.: Monthly

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Standard

Listed by Compass, Holly Cullen and Compass, Helena Noonan

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  • Holly Cullen

    Compass

  • Helena Noonan

    Compass

949-491-2058

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Schools serving 16 El Guiro

School District:Saddleback Valley Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
Melinda Heights Elementary School
21001 Rancho Trabuco, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
K-60.2 mi
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate School
21931 Alma Aldea, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
7-81.8 mi
Trabuco Hills High School
27501 Mustang Run, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
9-122 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 16 El Guiro Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/24/2026
Listed
$987,000
82.78%
MLS
1/14/2015
Sold
$540,000
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Tax History for 16 El Guiro

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$6,772
2%
$648,873
2%
2024
$6,655
2%
$636,150
2%
2023
$6,503
2%
$623,677
2%
2022
$6,396
3%
$611,449
2%
2021
$6,239
—
$599,460
1%
2020
$6,229
-10%
$593,314
2%
2019
$6,937
-13%
$581,681
2%
2018
$7,950
-5%
$570,276
2%
2017
$8,337
—
$559,095
2%
2016
$8,375
4%
$548,133
2%
2015
$8,045
-4%
$536,509
2%
2014
$8,409
7%
$526,000
15%
2013
$7,842
—
$459,000
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16 El Guiro, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 (MLS# LG26072608) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 16 El Guiro is currently listed for $987,000 and was received on May 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 16 El Guiro? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Rancho Santa Margarita North? You can browse all Rancho Santa Margarita North real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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