1 Saint Elias, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92679
Welcome to 1 Saint Elias, a beautiful 5-bedroom pool home with a versatile loft located in the prestigious guard-gated community of Dove Canyon. This spacious and functional floor plan features a convenient downstairs bedroom with ceiling fan, recessed lighting, mirrored closet, and private en-suite bath, ideal for guests or multi-generational living. The main level offers formal living and dining rooms along with an inviting family room with fireplace that opens to the kitchen. The remodeled kitchen features new countertops, soft-close cabinets, a dining nook, double ovens, newer appliances, and a walk-in pantry. A separate laundry room includes a new washer and dryer. Upstairs you will find four additional bedrooms plus a loft and new carpet throughout the second level. Bedrooms feature mirrored closets, including a spacious bedroom with vaulted ceilings, while the shared bathroom has been updated with new countertops. The primary suite offers vaulted ceilings, a cozy fireplace, and two walk-in closets. The primary bathroom features dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a walk-in shower. Additional upgrades include plantation shutters throughout and a recently replaced whole house fan. The private backyard is designed for entertaining with a saltwater pool and spa featuring a slide, a new pool heater, and a variable-speed pool pump. A covered pergola provides shaded outdoor living space and mature privacy landscaping surrounds the yard. Additional highlights include a three car garage with storage, new garage doors and pavers, and access to Dove Canyon community amenities including pool, spa, tennis courts, pickleball, parks, and scenic hiking and biking trails. Conveniently located within walking distance to Santa Margarita High School and nearby restaurants and cafés, this home offers comfort, space, and an exceptional lifestyle in one of South Orange County’s most sought-after communities.
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3
Square Feet
3,000
Lot Size
6,300 sqft
Year Built
1991
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
0
HOA Fee
$320/mo
Garage Total
3
MLS #
OC26055235
Interior Features
Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, Separate Formal Dining Room, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Bedroom On Main Level, Loft, Primary Suite, Walk In Pantry, Walk In Closets
Flooring
Carpet, Tile
Fireplace
Family Room, Primary Bedroom
Appliances
Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Laundry
Inside, Laundry Room
Main Level Bedrooms
1
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Cooling
Central Air, Whole House Fan
Heating
Central, Forced Air
Total Parking Spaces
3
Garage Spaces
3
Attached Garage
Yes
Parking Features
Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Paved
Fencing
Block
Security
Gated With Guard, Gated Community
Roof
Tile
Lot Features
Back Yard, Corner Lot, Cul De Sac, Lawn, Landscaped, Paved, Sprinkler System, Yard
Pool Features
Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Pebble, Private, Salt Water, Waterfall, Association
Spa Features
Association, Heated, In Ground, Private
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water Source
Public
Controlled Access, Sport Court, Meeting Banquet Party Room, Outdoor Cooking Area, Other Courts, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Guard, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts, Trails
Biking, Curbs, Golf, Gutters, Hiking, Park, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Gated
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| Rating | School Name |
|---|---|
9 | GreatSchools High (Demo) public School • ratio 22:1 |
7 | Valley View Elementary (Demo) public School • ratio 18:1 |
6 | Lincoln Middle School (Demo) public School • ratio 20:1 |
NR | St. Mary Example Academy (Demo) private School • ratio 12:1 |
Balanced market
Avg. time on market
This is a Balanced Market. Homes are selling at a moderate pace.
Based on price, location, and features
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