59 Fuente, Rancho Santa Margarita, California 92688, Rancho Santa Margarita, 92688 - 3 bed, 3 bath
59 Fuente
Rancho Santa Margarita, California 92688
Property Price
SUMMARY
Analysis of 59 Fuente, Rancho Santa Margarita, California 92688 is currently available with a list price of $1,045,000. The property maintains a Good Condition Rating (78/100), reflecting solid structural condition with well-maintained systems. The property presents an attractive opportunity for buyers seeking a move-in ready home. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Rancho Santa Margarita Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Condition Analysis
OVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Property is move-in ready.
The property is move-in ready and well-maintained, featuring significant high-value upgrades including full plumbing re-piping, a newer HVAC system, and a replaced water heater. While the 1990 construction is reflected in the kitchen cabinetry and bathroom configurations, the home has been refreshed with stainless steel appliances, modern laminate flooring, and neutral paint, meeting the criteria for a well-maintained home within its expected lifespan.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Great Schools
Middle School: Arroyo Vista Middle School (9/10).
- Prime End-Unit Location
Positioned as a desirable end-unit, this home offers enhanced privacy and features expansive windows that capture serene views of the Tijeras Creek Golf Course driving range and lush greenbelts.
- Major Infrastructure Upgrades
The property provides significant peace of mind with high-value maintenance items already completed, including full plumbing re-piping and upgraded HVAC and water heater systems.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- MLS Listing Discrepancy
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 1777, other record living area = 1689.
- Dated Interior Elements
Despite upgrades, certain features like the white cabinetry and the specific walk-in tiled tub configuration may feel dated to buyers seeking a fully modernized luxury aesthetic.
- Townhouse Ownership Constraints
As a townhouse with a $415 monthly association fee and shared walls, it may face competition from buyers at this price point who prioritize detached single-family living.
About 59 Fuente
End-unit home with views, just steps from Tijeras Creek Golf Course. This beautiful residence offers the perfect blend of comfort, luxury, and an active outdoor lifestyle in a highly sought-after master-planned community. Residents enjoy scenic hiking and biking trails, resort-style pools, and lush neighborhood parks. Inside, the light-filled living room features soaring vaulted ceilings, expansive windows, and warm neutral tones, opening to a spacious patio with serene views of the driving range and putting green, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The family room showcases a fireplace and opens to a private tiled patio that backs to a peaceful greenbelt. Loft on second floor. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite includes en-suite bath with a walk-in tiled tub, white cabinetry, and modern fixtures. Two additional bedrooms and a hall bath offer updated finishes. Appliances have been thoughtfully upgraded over time, including the water heater and HVAC system. Fully re-piped plumbing provide added peace of mind. Community amenities include a beach club with lagoon, BBQ areas, playgrounds, and courts for tennis, pickleball, basketball, and volleyball. With excellent schools, low taxes, no Mello-Roos, and Rancho named California’s safest city in 2024, this exceptional home is not to be missed.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Townhouse
- Year Built
- 1990
- Lot Size
- 3,254 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 3
- Total Bathrooms
- 3 (3 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $415.0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Rancho Santa Margarita Unified Schools
Arroyo Vista Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.9 mi
Arroyo Vista Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 0.9 mi
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 3.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 1,777 | 1,503 | 74% |
| Lot Size | 3,254 | 18,292 | 47% |
| Price | $1.04M | $929.0K | 74% |
| Price per sq ft | $588 | $595 | 47% |
| Built year | 1990 | 1993 | 37% |
| HOA | $415.0 | $422 | 47% |
| Days on market | 38 | 166 | 11% |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Jan 28, 2026
$1,045,000
Initial Listing
Sold
Jan 8, 2024
$925,000
Public Record
Sold
Sep 7, 2017
$630,000
Public Record