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Rancho Santa Margarita,CA 92688
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active Under Contract
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,427 sqft
Price per Sqft $791
Subdivision Brisa Ladera
MLS Listing ID OC-25175124
Style Mediterranean,Traditional
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
HOA Fees $87/mo
Year Built 1993
Lot Size 5,040 Sqft
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
Tucked away in one of RSM's quiet & established neighborhoods, Melinda Heights, this recently remodeled home offers 3 beds, 2.5 baths, & 1,427 SF of thoughtfully updated living. Blending modern upgrades with everyday functionality, this home is very comfortable & move-in ready! The main living areas feature LVP flooring with 7" baseboards adding a contemporary feel throughout. The spacious family room includes recessed lighting & a stunning Asterix granite fireplace surround, creating a warm & inviting space to relax or entertain. The kitchen has been completely updated with paint, granite counters, travertine backsplash, & new (2024) LG appliances: range, dishwasher, oven, & refrigerator (built-in whiskey ice maker). Slider doors access the backyard, creating a seamless connection between indoor comfort & outdoor enjoyment. All bathrooms have been tastefully renovated with designer finishes. Featuring a custom walk-in shower with Sebastian Gray marble mosaic tile, bronze aluminum trim, & a granite vanity, the primary bath was designed with comfort & style in mind. Herringbone marble tile, quartz counters, & a sleek, updated vanity have been added to the downstairs half bath while the upper guest bath offers a refined look with marble counters & modern finishes, creating continuity throughout. Newer interior improvements include: HVAC system (2020) with high-flow air vents, Ecobee smart thermostat, bedroom carpeting, & interior paint (2021). Recent exterior enhancements: Almost all-new paint (2025), refreshed front & rear landscaping, & a durable Duramax vinyl fence (2023). The finished garage is equipped with a 40-gallon Signature Series water heater (2020) & a Grizzl-E 32 Amp/220V electric car charger. Located in the desirable Melinda Heights neighborhood, proximity to the award-winning Melinda Heights Elementary School is valuable, just a few blocks away. Nearby Altisima Park offers a junior Olympic-size pool, basketball & tennis courts, baseball & soccer fields, picnic areas, a tot lot, & more. With convenient access to the 241 Foothill Transportation Corridor, this community offers both scenic surroundings & commuter-friendly convenience. Residents of RSM enjoy access to an array of resort-style amenities, including the scenic RSM Lake, popular Lago Santa Margarita beach club & lagoon, several community pools, sports courts, 13 parks, playgrounds, & miles of hiking & biking trails that connect directly to the expansive O'Neill Regional Park.
Location
State CA
County Orange
Area R1 - Ranchosantamargaritnorth
Zoning R-1
Interior
Interior Features Built-In Features,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Granite Counters,High Ceilings,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Storage,Kitchen Open to Family Room,Pots & Pan Drawers,Stone Counters
Heating Fireplace(s),Forced Air
Cooling Central Air,Electric,High Efficiency
Flooring Vinyl,Carpet
Fireplaces Type Gas,Living Room,Masonry,Raised Hearth
Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup,In Garage,Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Feature Lighting,Rain Gutters
Parking Features Concrete,Direct Garage Access,Driveway
Garage Spaces 2.0
Pool Community,Heated,Lap
Community Features Biking,Curbs,Foothills,Gutters,Hiking,Lake,Park,Sidewalks,Street Lights,Suburban
Utilities Available Sewer Connected,Underground Utilities,Water Connected,Cable Connected,Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Phone Available
View Y/N No
View None
Building
Lot Description Sprinklers,Cul-De-Sac,Front Yard,Garden,Landscaped,Lawn,Level,Park Nearby,Sprinkler System,Sprinklers Timer,Walkstreet,Yard,Back Yard
Sewer Public Sewer
Schools
Elementary Schools Melinda Heights
Middle Schools Rancho Santa Margarita
High Schools Trabuco Hills