WELCOME TO 9 EL TAMBOR, a stunning turnkey pool home tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in the highly desirable Melinda Heights community of Rancho Santa Margarita. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, this beautifully upgraded home has been meticulously designed for the most discerning buyer. Step inside to soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and gorgeous plank flooring that flows throughout the main level. The spacious family room offers a cozy fireplace and walls of windows, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The chef’s kitchen has been completely redesigned with new cabinetry, fixtures, and appliances, highlighted by a stunning oversized quartz island with seating for four and ample storage. Step outside to your private backyard retreat where you can enjoy poolside dining, take a refreshing dip in the sparkling pool, or simply relax and unwind in the peaceful outdoor setting. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a serene escape with hillside views and a spa-inspired remodeled bathroom featuring dual vanities, a walk-in shower, new flooring, and designer fixtures. Two additional bedrooms and an upgraded secondary bathroom complete the upper level. Additional upgrades include owned solar for significant energy savings, repiping, fresh interior paint, and a spacious two-car garage with built-in storage. Enjoy all the incredible amenities Rancho Santa Margarita has to offer, including award-winning schools, the RSM Beach Club and Lagoon, multiple pools, 13 parks, pickleball and tennis courts, sports fields, and miles of scenic hiking and biking trails. Ideally located near shopping, dining, entertainment, and convenient toll road access, this hidden gem offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and location. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity!
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Square Feet
1,300
Lot Size
4,712 sqft
Year Built
1993
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
1
HOA Fee
$91/mo
Garage Total
2
MLS #
OC26120346
Interior Features
Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Down
Flooring
Carpet, Vinyl
Fireplace
Family Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central
Total Parking Spaces
2
Garage Spaces
2
Attached Garage
Yes
Parking Features
Door Multi, Direct Access, Garage
Patio & Porch
Patio, Wrap Around
Fencing
Vinyl, Wrought Iron
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
Construction
Stucco
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Tile
Lot Features
Cul De Sac, Sprinklers In Front, Yard
Pool Features
Community, Private, Association
Spa Features
Association, Community, Private
Sewer
Sewer Tap Paid
Water Source
Public
Sport Court, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts, Trails
Biking, Curbs, Foothills, Hiking, Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Pool
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Balanced market
Avg. time on market
This is a Balanced Market. Homes are selling at a moderate pace.
Flood Risk
Minimal — not in a FEMA flood zone
Wildfire Risk
Moderate — near wildland-urban interface
Heat Risk
Low — moderate summer temperatures
Earthquake Risk
Southern California seismic zone
Based on price, location, and features
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