31882 Old Hickory, Rancho Santa Margarita, California 92679, Rancho Santa Margarita, 92679 - 3 bed, 2 bath
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Rancho Santa Margarita, California 92679
This Exquisitely Upgraded Turnkey Residence in Robinson Ranch is listed at $1,399,000, representing a premium for its meticulous improvements relative to the $1,248,390 Fair Market Value. Boasting a Condition Rating of 3, the home features a 2025 primary bathroom remodel, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and PEX repiping. The oversized lot includes a saltwater pool and spa and paid-off solar, offering a sustainable lifestyle sanctuary. Located near Robinson Elementary and Trabuco Hills High, this home is an ideal match for a growing family or Owner-Occupants seeking a polished, move-in-ready environment.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 31882 Old Hickory Subject | $1,399,000* List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,654 | $755 | - |
A 21025 Horsetree Sold | $1,342,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,160 | $621 | 0.3 mi |
B 21036 Pennington Lane Sold | $1,275,000 | 4 | 3 | 1,906 | $669 | 0.5 mi |
C 5 Blackburn Active | $1,650,000 List Price | 3 | 2 | 2,008 | $822 | 0.9 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is move-in ready.
The property is in move-in ready condition with extensive recent capital improvements, including a 2025 primary bathroom remodel, 2022 luxury vinyl plank flooring, and a 2020 saltwater pool installation. While major systems like the PEX repiping and solar are excellent additions, the kitchen cabinetry retains its original 1990s honey-oak style, which prevents the property from achieving an 'excellent' rating despite the modern appliances and countertops.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 10215, living area = 1654.
The property features significant high-end improvements, including a 2025 primary bathroom remodel, PEX repiping, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and a $30,000 paid-off solar system, offering a turnkey experience with reduced utility costs.
Situated on an oversized 10,215 sqft lot, the backyard serves as a private retreat with a 2020-built saltwater pool and spa, custom stonework, professional landscaping, and smart app-controlled features.
Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =10215, other record lot size in square feet = 9375.
With only 1,654 square feet of living space, the home may feel compact for buyers seeking a larger floor plan at the $1.4M price point.
Despite the premium lot and neighborhood, the property does not offer the panoramic or hillside views often sought after in high-end Rancho Santa Margarita real estate.
Paid-off solar, a stunning saltwater pool and spa, and an oversized lot set the stage for this beautifully upgraded home in the highly desirable Robinson Ranch community. Perfectly located just a short walk to Robinson Ranch Elementary School, this exceptional property offers the ideal blend of lifestyle, comfort, and thoughtful upgrades. Over the years, the home has been meticulously improved. In 2015, upgrades included all new windows, a smart Nest thermostat system, and attic storage with ladder access in the garage. In 2017, the guest bathroom was fully remodeled with custom tile work, a pocket door, towel warmer, lighting controls, and a walk-in shower with a two-way valve. The outdoor space was also transformed with new landscaping, mature avocado and lemon trees, pavers, and artificial turf, creating a private setting. Additional improvements included the paid-off solar system valued at approximately $30,000, custom laundry shelving and cabinetry, a new garage door, and automated Lutron front window coverings. In 2020, the home continued to evolve with the addition of a beautiful saltwater pool and spa featuring custom stonework and waterfall accents, all controllable through the Pentair app. Other enhancements included upgraded landscape drainage, dimmers throughout, window coverings, recessed LED lighting, and a whole-home Pentair water filtration and softening system. In 2022, the home received a stylish refresh with luxury vinyl plank flooring, new interior paint including doors and hardware, new baseboards, and updated ceiling fans. In 2025, the primary bathroom was completely remodeled with dual sinks, custom cabinetry, designer tile, a pocket door, towel warmer, lighting controls, a lighted mirror, and an oversized soaking tub with a three-way shower/tub valve. The primary and secondary closets feature custom built-ins, and the home was repiped with PEX. Additional enhancements include updated landscaping, a house-mounted speaker system with landscape subwoofer, and a Nest/Google smart doorbell. Residents of Robinson Ranch enjoy a remodeled community pool, pickleball and tennis courts, scenic parks, and greenbelts for children and dogs. Located in Rancho Santa Margarita, one of the safest and most desirable cities in America, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, community, and lifestyle.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-6 • 0.2 mi
Grades K-6 • 0.8 mi
Grades 7-8 • 1.0 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 4.0 | 27% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 3.0 | 9% |
| Square foot | 1,654 | 2,795 | 12% |
| Lot Size | 10,215 | 6,805 | 75% |
| Price | $1.40M | $1.61M | 33% |
| Price per sq ft | $846 | $624 | 94% |
| Built year | 1990 | 1993 | 43% |
| HOA | $145.0 | $312 | 22% |
| Days on market | 13 | 188 | 1% |
Apr 9, 2026
$1,399,000
Initial Listing
Apr 18, 2014
$625,000
Public Record
Mar 28, 2011
$515,000
Public Record
Oct 15, 2002
$415,000
Public Record
Aug 20, 1997
$227,000
Public Record