STUNNING REMODELED HOME WITH PANORAMIC VIEWS IN PRIME MELINDA HEIGHTS LOCATION! Nestled on a peaceful cul-de-sac street on an elevated lot, this beautifully remodeled home offers breathtaking views and an unbeatable location. Just a short stroll to award-winning Melinda Heights Elementary, Altisima Park & Pool, and scenic hiking and biking trails that connect to O’Neill Regional Park—this home truly has it all. Step inside to discover a bright, open floor plan with soaring ceilings and expansive dual-pane windows that fill the home with natural light and frame serene vistas. The fully remodeled kitchen is a showstopper, featuring modern shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops with bar seating, stainless steel appliances, and undermount lighting—perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Recent upgrades include: Brand New Luxury Vinyl Flooring, Freshly Painted Exterior, New Dual-Pane Energy-Efficient Windows Throughout, Whole House Re-Pipe, Vinyl Fencing, New Central A/C & Forced Air Heating System, Nest Thermostat, QuietCool Whole House Fan for Enhanced Comfort & Energy Savings, New Water Heater, Upgraded Recessed Lighting, Ceiling Fans in All Bedrooms. Located in a highly desirable, family-friendly neighborhood, this turnkey home offers comfort, style, and the perfect SoCal lifestyle. Come experience everything this exceptional property and community have to offer!
Sold for $1,180,000
Listing Provided by: Bullock Russell RE Services
Bought with: Real Broker
$1,180,000
22 La Flauta, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
3beds
1,427sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1993
4,015 Square Feet Lot
$1,183,600 Zestimate®
$827/sqft
$4,646 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,183,600
$1.09M - $1.29M
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Peaceful cul-de-sac streetSoaring ceilingsBreathtaking viewsBright open floor planFully remodeled kitchenStainless steel appliancesModern shaker cabinetry
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Listing Provided by:
Ron Birkinshaw DRE #01408725 949-899-2699,
Bullock Russell RE Services
Bought with:
Darryl Valdez, DRE #02068000
Real Broker
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC25159635
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Bathroom
- Features: Dual Sinks, Tub Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Up, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,427 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Direct Access, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Safe Emergency Egress from Home
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Concrete
- Pool features: Community, Association
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Association, Community
- Fencing: Vinyl
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 4,015 sqft
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers Timer
Details
- Parcel number: 83908108
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Concrete
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1993
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Standard
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Fishing, Hiking, Lake, Park, Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Pool
Location
- Region: Rancho Santa Margarita
- Subdivision: Brisa Ladera (Bl)
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $125 monthly
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Sport Court, Meeting Room, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Paddle Tennis, Pickleball, Pool, Pet Restrictions, Recreation Room, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
- Association name: Brisa Ladera
- Association phone: 949-448-6000
- Second HOA fee: $81 monthly
- Second association name: Samlarc
- Second association phone: 949-709-0011
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,Submit,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/2/2025 | Sold | $1,180,000+0%$827/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #OC25159635 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2025 | Pending sale | $1,179,900$827/sqft |
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| 7/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,179,900+52%$827/sqft |
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| 10/15/2020 | Sold | $776,000+3.5%$544/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #OC20193337 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2020 | Pending sale | $749,900$526/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Realty #OC20193337 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2020 | Listed for sale | $749,900+56.2%$526/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Realty #OC20193337 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2010 | Sold | $480,000+1.1%$336/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2010 | Price change | $475,000-4.8%$333/sqft |
Source: Vflyer #S625407 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2010 | Price change | $499,000-5.7%$350/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty #S625407 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2010 | Listed for sale | $529,000+4.8%$371/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty #S625407 Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2010 | Sold | $505,000-4.7%$354/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2009 | Price change | $529,900-3.6%$371/sqft |
Source: Landmark Realtors #S593486 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2009 | Listed for sale | $549,900-15.4%$385/sqft |
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| 5/16/2007 | Sold | $650,000$456/sqft |
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| 11/18/2005 | Sold | $650,000+97%$456/sqft |
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| 11/27/2001 | Sold | $330,000+11.9%$231/sqft |
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| 2/15/2001 | Sold | $295,000+59.5%$207/sqft |
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| 8/5/1996 | Sold | $185,000+1.9%$130/sqft |
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| 12/15/1993 | Sold | $181,500$127/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,696 +1.8% | $839,966 +2% |
| 2024 | $8,544 +2.3% | $823,497 +2% |
| 2023 | $8,348 +1.7% | $807,350 +2% |
| 2022 | $8,210 +1.5% | $791,520 +2% |
| 2021 | $8,091 +37.2% | $776,000 +38% |
| 2020 | $5,897 | $562,305 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,897 -9.5% | $551,280 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,515 -17.5% | $540,471 +2% |
| 2017 | $7,901 | $529,874 +2% |
| 2016 | $7,901 -0.5% | $519,485 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $7,939 -2.2% | $511,682 +2% |
| 2014 | $8,113 | $501,659 +4.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $480,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $480,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $480,000 -5% |
| 2010 | -- | $505,000 +11% |
| 2009 | -- | $455,000 -20% |
| 2008 | -- | $569,000 -14.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $663,000 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $650,000 +85.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $349,741 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $342,884 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $336,600 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $330,000 +65.1% |
| 2001 | $4,119 +1.9% | $199,851 +2% |
| 2000 | $4,043 | $195,933 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 92688
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Melinda Heights Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.1 mi
- 7/10Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 10/10Trabuco Hills High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Melinda Heights
- Middle: Rancho Santa Margarita
- High: Trabuco Hills
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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