Address
42 La Sordina, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Price
$ 1,325,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#OC26137113
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyOrange
- CityRancho Santa Margarita
- Area Melinda Heights
- Zip92688
- Style
- Year Built1996
- Price$ 1,325,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage2190
- Lot Size0.0955 Acres
Data Source:
California Regional MLS (CRMLS)
Property Description
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!
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Melinda Heights Elementary School | Rancho Santa Margarita Middle School | Trabucco Hills High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Listed $1,449,000 |
| 7/17/2026 | 3$1,400,000 |
| 8/19/2026 | 5$1,325,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 2190 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | PublicSewer |
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | CentralAir |
| Utilities | ElectricityConnected,NaturalGasConnected,WaterConnected |
| Possession | Negotiable |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,GasCooktop,Disposal,GasOven,GasRange,Microwave,Refrigerator |
| HOA Fee | 125 |
| Garage Spaces | 3 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Covered,Deck,Patio |
| Pool Features | Community,Association |
| Security Features | SmokeDetectors |
| Year Built | 1996 |
| View | None |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | SingleFamilyResidence |
| Community Features | Fishing,Lake,StreetLights,Sidewalks,Pool |
| Accessibility | None |
| HOA Fee 2 | 91 |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Monthly |
| County | Orange |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Association Amenities | SportCourt,MeetingBanquetPartyRoom,Barbecue,PicnicArea,Playground,Pickleball,Pool,RecreationRoom,TennisCourts,Trails |
| HOA | true |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Special Listing Conditions | Standard |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Melinda Rd and El Pandero |
| High School | Trabucco Hills |
| City | Rancho Santa Margarita |
| Association Name | Brisa Ladera |
| Entry Location | 1 |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| High School District | Saddleback Valley Unified |
| Number Of Units Total | 1 |
| MLS Area | MEH - Melinda Heights |
| Lot Size Units | SquareFeet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 4160 |
| Listing Terms | Contract |
| Spa Features | None |
| HOA Fee 2 Frequency | Monthly |
| Elementary School | Melinda Heights |
| Property Attached Y/N | false |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Current Financing | Conventional |
| Middle/Junior High School | Rancho Santa Margarita |
| Property Condition | Turnkey |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | false |
| Lease Considered Y/N | false |
| Structure Type | House |
| AssociationName2 | SAMLARC |
| Living Area Units | SquareFeet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Owner |
| Year Built Source | PublicRecords |
| Tax Lot | 40 |
| Property Sub Type Additional | SingleFamilyResidence |
| PostalCity | RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Balcony,CathedralCeilings,SeparateFormalDiningRoom,GraniteCounters,HighCeilings,OpenFloorplan,RecessedLighting,BedroomOnMainLevel,EntranceFoyer,PrimarySuite,WalkInClosets |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Carpet,Wood |
| Fireplace Features | FamilyRoom |
| Total Stories | 2 |
| Common Walls | NoCommonWalls |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | Inside,LaundryRoom |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Entry Level | 1 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 1 |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 2 |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Fencing | NewCondition,Vinyl |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | ZeroToOneUnitAcre,BackYard,Greenbelt |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 3 |
| Lot Size Area | 4160 |
| Spa | false |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.0955 |
| Private Pool | false |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 92688
Price
Year Built
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