Tucked away in one of RSM’s quiet & established neighborhoods, Melinda Heights, this recently remodeled home offers 3 beds, 2.5 baths, & 1,427 SF of thoughtfully updated living. Blending modern upgrades with everyday functionality, this home is very comfortable & move-in ready! The main living areas feature LVP flooring with 7” baseboards adding a contemporary feel throughout. The spacious family room includes recessed lighting & a stunning Asterix granite fireplace surround, creating a warm & inviting space to relax or entertain. The kitchen has been completely updated with paint, granite counters, travertine backsplash, & new (2024) LG appliances: range, dishwasher, oven, & refrigerator (built-in whiskey ice maker). Slider doors access the backyard, creating a seamless connection between indoor comfort & outdoor enjoyment. All bathrooms have been tastefully renovated with designer finishes. Featuring a custom walk-in shower with Sebastian Gray marble mosaic tile, bronze aluminum trim, & a granite vanity, the primary bath was designed with comfort & style in mind. Herringbone marble tile, quartz counters, & a sleek, updated vanity have been added to the downstairs half bath while the upper guest bath offers a refined look with marble counters & modern finishes, creating continuity throughout. Newer interior improvements include: HVAC system (2020) with high-flow air vents, Ecobee smart thermostat, bedroom carpeting, & interior paint (2021). Recent exterior enhancements: Almost all-new paint (2025), refreshed front & rear landscaping, & a durable Duramax vinyl fence (2023). The finished garage is equipped with a 40-gallon Signature Series water heater (2020) & a Grizzl-E 32 Amp/220V electric car charger. Located in the desirable Melinda Heights neighborhood, proximity to the award-winning Melinda Heights Elementary School is valuable, just a few blocks away. Nearby Altisima Park offers a junior Olympic-size pool, basketball & tennis courts, baseball & soccer fields, picnic areas, a tot lot, & more. With convenient access to the 241 Foothill Transportation Corridor, this community offers both scenic surroundings & commuter-friendly convenience. Residents of RSM enjoy access to an array of resort-style amenities, including the scenic RSM Lake, popular Lago Santa Margarita beach club & lagoon, several community pools, sports courts, 13 parks, playgrounds, & miles of hiking & biking trails that connect directly to the expansive O’Neill Regional Park.
Sold for $1,120,000 on 09/10/25
Listing Provided by:
Christian Wach DRE #01922260 949-370-3917,
Talavera Real Estate
$1,120,000
12 El Guiro, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
3beds
1,427sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1993
5,040 Square Feet Lot
$1,116,300 Zestimate®
$785/sqft
$4,748 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: September 10, 2025 at 06:30pm
Listing Provided by:
Christian Wach DRE #01922260 949-370-3917,
Talavera Real Estate
Bought with:
Darren Shepherd, DRE #02000042
Compass
Dakoda Baca, DRE #02223663
Compass
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC25175124
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Dual Sinks, Granite Counters, Linen Closet, Remodeled, Tub Shower, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Pots & Pan Drawers, Stone Counters
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, High Efficiency
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Range, High Efficiency Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Storage, All Bedrooms Up, Primary Suite
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room, Masonry, Raised Hearth
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,427 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Concrete, Direct Access, Door-Single, Driveway, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Private, One Space, Side By Side
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Parking
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Front Left
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Front Porch, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Pool features: Community, Heated, Lap, Association
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Community
- Fencing: Good Condition,Vinyl,Wood,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 5,040 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Garden, Lawn, Landscaped, Level, Near Park, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System, Walkstreet, Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 83906227
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Drywall, Concrete, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Concrete,Tile
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled,Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1993
Details
- Builder model: Plan Two
- Builder name: Akins
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Garage, Standard
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Biking, Curbs, Foothills, Gutter(s), Hiking, Lake, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Park, Pool
Location
- Region: Rancho Santa Margarita
- Subdivision: Brisa Ladera (Bl)
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $87 monthly
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Pickleball, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s)
- Association name: SAMLARC
- Association phone: 949-448-6000
- Second HOA fee: $125 monthly
- Second association name: Brisa Ladera
- Second association phone: 949-448-6000
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,Submit
- Road surface type: Paved
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Estimated market value
$1,116,300