9 Escarlata, Rancho Santa Margarita, California 92688, Rancho Santa Margarita, 92688 - 2 bed, 2 bath

9 Escarlata, Rancho Santa Margarita, California 92688 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$649,999
9 Escarlata, Rancho Santa Margarita, California 92688
2Beds
2Baths
876Sqft
39,932Lot

Price Vs. Estimate

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Key pros and cons

Top Pros:
Extensive Modern Renovation: The property boasts approximately $70k in floor-to-ceiling remodels, including a gourmet kitchen with high-end Samsung smart appliances, quartz/Corian countertops, and fully updated bathrooms, offering a turnkey living experience.
Top Cons:
High Monthly Association Fees: The $539.00 monthly HOA fee is substantial and could impact affordability for some buyers, despite the extensive amenities offered.

Compared to the nearby listings

Price:$650.0K vs avg $651.0K ($-1,001)46%
Size:876 sqft vs avg 1,017 sqft32%
Price/sqft:$742 vs avg $66586%

More Insights

Built in 1989 (36 years old).
Condition: Despite being built in 1989, this property has undergone an extensive, floor-to-ceiling renovation with approximately $70k in upgrades, making it virtually new inside. The kitchen boasts modern white shaker-style cabinetry, quartz/Corian countertops, a farmer's sink, and high-end Samsung stainless steel smart appliances, including a 5-gas burner restaurant-grade stove. Both bathrooms are fully remodeled with contemporary finishes, quartz counters, and modern fixtures. The consistent wood-look laminate flooring throughout and updated lighting contribute to a fresh, current aesthetic, meeting current quality standards with no deferred maintenance.
Year Built
1989
Close
-
List price
$650K
Original List price
$650K
Price/Sqft
$742
HOA
$539
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
PW25108057
Home ConditionExcellent
Features
ViewHills, Neighborhood

About this home

RSM voted #1 Safest city, Upgrades galore. Welcome to the beautiful community of Belflora in Rancho Santa Margarita. This 2-bedroom 2 bath downstairs condo is as turnkey as they come. Remodeled from the floor to the ceiling. Greeted at the front door with an ample porch great for sitting and enjoying that morning coffee. As you enter through the front door a functional open floorplan awaits you with a living room, cozy fireplace and a dining area with custom cabinets. The gourmet kitchen with Samsung stainless Steele Smart appliances, quartz/corian counter tops and plenty of cabinetry, a farmer's style sink, a 5-gas burner restaurant grade stove top oven, make cooking and entertaining lots of fun. The Primary suite offers a remodeled primary bath with dual sinks, quartz counters laminate wood type flooring, hanging barn shower doors, tub and shower with affixed or handheld pressure select shower head. The hallway shower is as nice the difference is one sink. Both bedrooms are sizeable with custom ceiling fan and custom shutters, The garage is attached with direct access. as a member of the Lago Santa Margarita Beach Club featuring watercraft rentals, beach volleyball, swimming, BBQ area, sandy Beach Lagoon, and a clubhouse, great for year-round fun. Your HOA membership grants you access to Rancho Santa Margarita's 13 parks, 4 community pools, tennis, pickle ball, sports court, dog park, and so much more. Don't miss out on what the RSM communities have to offer. walkability at its best to Plaza and Marketplace shopping, coffee houses, restaurants, the lake. It's a very healthy active lifestyle, kids can also safely walk next door to the Private Montessori, Meander thru the garden, flowered walkways to the community pool/spa, and playground. Close to the 241 for you commuters, short drive to laguna beach. with approx. $70 k in upgrades, quiet interior location, ground level direct garage access ,what are you waiting for. The lake circumference is one mile easy to guage your walk or run.

Nearby schools

7/10
Trabuco Mesa Elementary School
Public,PK-60.9mi
7/10
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate School
Public,7-80.2mi
8/10
Trabuco Hills High School
Public,9-123.5mi
Condition Rating
Excellent

Despite being built in 1989, this property has undergone an extensive, floor-to-ceiling renovation with approximately $70k in upgrades, making it virtually new inside. The kitchen boasts modern white shaker-style cabinetry, quartz/Corian countertops, a farmer's sink, and high-end Samsung stainless steel smart appliances, including a 5-gas burner restaurant-grade stove. Both bathrooms are fully remodeled with contemporary finishes, quartz counters, and modern fixtures. The consistent wood-look laminate flooring throughout and updated lighting contribute to a fresh, current aesthetic, meeting current quality standards with no deferred maintenance.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Extensive Modern Renovation: The property boasts approximately $70k in floor-to-ceiling remodels, including a gourmet kitchen with high-end Samsung smart appliances, quartz/Corian countertops, and fully updated bathrooms, offering a turnkey living experience.
Premier Community Amenities: Residents enjoy exclusive access to the Lago Santa Margarita Beach Club, 13 parks, 4 community pools, tennis, pickleball, and a dog park, fostering an active and engaging lifestyle.
Exceptional Walkability & Location: Situated in RSM, voted #1 Safest City, with excellent walkability to shopping, dining, the lake, and a private Montessori school, plus easy access to the 241 freeway and Laguna Beach.
Turnkey & Functional Design: A ground-level, turnkey condo featuring an open floorplan, cozy fireplace, private porch, and an attached garage with direct access, enhancing convenience and comfort.
Pleasant Views & Quiet Setting: Offers pleasant hills and neighborhood views from a quiet interior location, contributing to a serene living environment.

Cons

High Monthly Association Fees: The $539.00 monthly HOA fee is substantial and could impact affordability for some buyers, despite the extensive amenities offered.
Compact Square Footage: With 876 sqft for a 2-bedroom, 2-bath unit, the interior living space is relatively small, which may not suit all buyer needs for spaciousness.
Condominium Lifestyle Limitations: As a condominium, it entails shared common areas, potential for shared walls, and adherence to HOA rules, which might limit personal customization or privacy compared to a single-family home.

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