Welcome to your dream home! This beautiful two-story townhome is nestled in Rancho Santa Margarita; a vibrant community rated the safest city in California. 1,644 square foot layout with 3 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 updated bathrooms. Ideal, end of cul-de-sac location, with serene canyon views. The reimagined kitchen has been expanded and opened to adjoining living and dining rooms, enhancing a very comfortable living space. Features include granite counters, updated backsplash, stainless steel appliances (range and refrigerator are new), breakfast nook, and recessed lighting. The spacious dining and living rooms transition seamlessly and feature a cozy two-way fireplace (opposite side is in the breakfast nook). Two large sliding glass windows provide plenty of natural light, and open to a large back patio. The added outdoor space is perfect for larger gatherings (or just enjoying the environment). Upstairs: The large master suite features a sliding glass window (with canyon and sunrise views), balcony, and walk-in closet. The en-suite bathroom includes new garden tub with tile surround (and shampoo niche), new quartz counters, lighting, and plumbing fixtures. The hall bathroom has also been updated with new tub / shower surround, vanity, and plumbing fixtures. The 2nd and 3rd bedrooms provide ample room for queen beds and plenty of closet space. Hard surface flooring throughout, with tile downstairs and attractive luxury vinyl plank floors on the stairs and 2nd floor. In addition to the Candelero pool, your SAMLARC membership includes access to all the city-wide amenities, such as: multiple swimming pools, the Beach Club w/ sand bottom swimming lagoon, basketball, tennis, pickleball, and volleyball courts, clubhouse, parks, and fishing. Other local features: great schools, a skate park, dog park, miles of hiking & biking trails, and the Tijeras Creek golf course. Low property taxes (approximately 1.02%) Welcome to Rancho Santa Margarita, a great place to live!