$869,900

EXCEPTIONAL VALUE FOR THIS DETACHED. PRIVATE. SMARTLY UPGRADED HOME IN THE HIGHLY SOUGHT-AFTER FIESTA NEIGHBORHOOD OF MELINDA HEIGHTS. Offering the privacy, comfort, and feel of a single-family residence with no shared living walls, this inviting two-story home features 2 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a versatile upstairs loft ideal for a… Read More home office or study, an attached 2-car garage with driveway, and a generously sized private backyard with no rear neighbors. Step inside to a light-filled, open-concept floor plan designed for comfortable everyday living and effortless entertaining. The well-appointed kitchen offers attractive cabinetry, quality appliances, a pantry, and a window overlooking the backyard, while the adjoining dining area flows seamlessly to the outdoor patio, creating the indoor-outdoor lifestyle Southern California is famous for. A convenient powder room completes the main level. Thoughtfully updated for today s homeowner, this move-in-ready residence showcases smart-home, comfort, and energy-efficient improvements, including an Ecobee Wi-Fi smart thermostat with an upstairs comfort sensor, a smartphone-controlled Rain Bird irrigation system, an LG ThinQ smart washer & dryer on pedestals, 220V EV Charging Outlet, dual-pane tinted windows & Wood Flooring throughout, a new rain gutter with leaf guard over the patio, an outdoor shower, a custom dog door integrated into the sliding glass door, perfect for your four-legged family member. Enjoy low HOA dues while experiencing Rancho Sta Margarita's exceptional lifestyle, including access to four community pools, spa, tennis courts, pickleball courts, basketball courts, beautiful parks, miles of scenic hiking and biking trails, and the picturesque Lake & recreation area. Ideally located within the attendance area of highly regarded schools and just minutes from shopping, restaurants, entertainment, the 241 Toll Road, and countless outdoor recreation opportunities, this exceptional home offers the perfect blend of privacy, technology, comfort, and convenience. Wake up to bright mornings, spend your afternoons enjoying the nearby trails, parks, pools, or Lake, and come home each evening to the comfort, privacy, and lifestyle that have made Rancho Sta Margarita one of California's most cherished places to call home. Homes offering this combination of detached living, smart-home upgrades, a private backyard, and an exceptional location rarely become available at this price. Read Less

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Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Sep 8, 2026

Property Type

Condominium

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

1,256

Lot Size

0.87 Acres

Year Built

1997

MLS Number

OC26148993MR

Additional Details

Amenities

Assoc Barbecue, Biking Trails, Hiking Trails, Picnic Area, Playground, pool, Sport Court

Appliances & Equipment

Microwave, Range, Dishwasher, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Microwave, On Upper Level, Washer Hookup

Building

1,256 sq ft, Built in 1997, Detached/No Common Walls, Colonial

Community

Sidewalks, Suburban, Park

Cooling

Central

Disclosures

CC and R, Homeowners Association

Fence

Wood

Fireplaces

Gas, Gas Starter, Living Room

Garage

2 total garage spaces, Direct Entrance, Driveway, Garage, Garage - 1 Car

Water Features

Water: Public

Heating

Central, Forced Air

Home Owner's Association

Dues Frequency: Monthly, Homeowner Dues: $192, Pet Rules: Call For Rules, Phone: 800-428-5588, Secondary Fee Frequency: Monthly, Secondary Fee: $91

Laundry

Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, On Upper Level, Washer Hookup

Lot

LotAcreage: 1, LotSizeArea: 37,713

Miscellaneous

TennisYN: t

Parking

CarportSpacesTotal: 0, TotalParking: 2

Pool

PoolYN: t, Association Pool

Property

EntryFloorNumber: 1, LandLeaseType: Fee, NumberOfUnits: 109, PropertySubType: Condominium, ViewDescription: Hills, ViewYN: t

Roof

Tile

Sewer

Public Sewer

Spa

Has spa

Windows

Screens

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