Welcome to this beautifully upgraded 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home in the highly desirable Melinda Heights community of Rancho Santa Margarita. Offering approximately 2,200 square feet of living space, this home features soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and an open-concept floor plan designed for comfortable living and entertaining. The spacious living room with fireplace flows seamlessly into the kitchen and dining area, complete with stainless steel appliances, a large center island, and access to a newer deck perfect for outdoor dining. The desirable floor plan includes a main-level primary suite featuring dual vanities, a soaking tub, separate shower, and walk-in closet. Downstairs, you'll find three additional bedrooms and a versatile bonus room with direct backyard access—ideal as a playroom, media room, office, or second living space. The private backyard offers lush grass, a spacious patio, and mature lemon and lime trees. Additional highlights include a PEX repipe, interior paint, newer deck, and a three-car garage. Enjoy access to Melinda Heights and SAMLARC amenities, including pools, parks, pickleball courts, sports facilities, the Beach Club, and scenic RSM Lake. Conveniently located near award-winning schools, shopping, dining, O'Neill Regional Park, and the 241 Toll Road. No Mello-Roos and low HOA. Experience the best of Rancho Santa Margarita living!
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3
Square Feet
2,190
Lot Size
4,160 sqft
Year Built
1996
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
9
HOA Fee
$125/mo
Garage Total
3
MLS #
OC26137113
Interior Features
Balcony, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Bedroom On Main Level, Entrance Foyer, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
Flooring
Carpet, Wood
Fireplace
Family Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Laundry
Inside, Laundry Room
Main Level Bedrooms
1
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central
Total Parking Spaces
3
Garage Spaces
3
Attached Garage
Yes
Patio & Porch
Covered, Deck, Patio
Fencing
New Condition, Vinyl
Security
Smoke Detectors
Lot Features
Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Greenbelt
Pool Features
Community, Association
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water Source
Public
Sport Court, Meeting Banquet Party Room, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Recreation Room, Tennis Courts, Trails
Fishing, Lake, 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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