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About this home

Located in the highly desirable Melinda Heights community of Rancho Santa Margarita, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom + loft, 2.5-bath home offers approximately 2,018 square feet of living space on a ~5,200 square foot lot. Exceptional curb appeal, a three-car garage, and pride of ownership welcome you from the moment you arrive. Inside, you'll find soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, crown molding, recessed lighting, and stylish flooring throughout. The functional floor plan features formal living and dining areas, a separate family room with custom built-ins and fireplace, and a spacious kitchen with white cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, ample storage, and a sunny breakfast nook. Upstairs, the versatile loft is ideal for a home office, media room, playroom, or potential fourth bedroom. The spacious primary suite offers a walk-in closet and en-suite bath with dual vanities, soaking tub, and separate shower. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath complete the second level. The private backyard is perfect for entertaining or relaxing, featuring an in-ground spa, patio area, and low-maintenance landscaping. You'll love the 3-car garage with extensive built-in cabinetry and SwissTrax flooring. Additional highlights include leased solar panels for energy efficiency and an indoor laundry room. Conveniently located near Melinda Heights Elementary, parks, hiking and biking trails, shopping, dining, RSM Lake, and Rancho Santa Margarita's outstanding community amenities.

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Public-record history for this property.

🌊 Flood zoneX / Low/Medium Risk
🏷 Last sold$304,000 · Jan 1999
📋 Assessed value$476,576
💵 Annual tax$4,876
🏫 School districtSaddleback Valley Unified School District

MLS #26131305MR

🔥 Risk & insurability

🔥 Fire hazard zoneNot in a State-designated fire hazard zone
🌊 FEMA flood zoneZone X — minimal/moderate flood risk

FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · CAL FIRE 2024 FHSZ

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$8,144
Principal & interest$6,574
Property tax$1,192
Home insurance$379
Down payment: $260,000Loan: $1,040,000

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