Here's your chance to own in the private community of Walden, one of the most highly sought after gated developments located in Rancho Santa Margarita and Trabuco Canyon. This lovely 4 bed 3 bath home is well positioned on a quiet street just across from the walking trails and offers charming curb appeal. As you step into the formal entry, you?ll immediately notice the abundance of natural light cascading throughout the spacious open floorplan with high ceilings. The entryway leads to the Living and Dining Rooms, making the area perfect for hosting family gatherings and large dinner parties. The flooring and base molding has been recently updated and surely complement this beautiful home. The Kitchen showcases two separate eating areas featuring Dacor and Subzero appliances. The neighboring Family Room offers a warm and comfortable setting with gas fireplace and quick access to the outdoor patio equipped with built-in barbeque, warming oven, and refrigerator. Additional first floor amenities include a large bedroom or office with an adjacent full bath, neighboring dry bar wine station and laundry room. Second floor features an oversized En-Suite Master Bedroom and Bath designed with a two-way gas fireplace, sitting area, large soaking tub with separate shower, dual sinks, and walk-in closet. Two additional large bedrooms and accommodating full bath located on second floor. The other amenities include a three-car garage, walking distance to the pool, community lake and hiking trails. All this plus the home's proximity to top-rated public schools, RSM Lake, Tijeras Creek Golf Course, local restaurants, hiking, mountain bike trails, parks, the 241 frwy, and entertainment. Best of all, there is No Mello-Roos!!