Step into this beautifully updated townhome in the sought-after Melinda Heights community of Rancho Santa Margarita. Set on a private corner lot with scenic views of the hills and mature trees, this light-filled home lives like a single-family residence. A charming front courtyard welcomes you, while the spacious back patio offers a perfect setting for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining. Step inside to find soaring two-story ceiling and walls of windows with plantation shutters in the light and bright living room with fireplace. Flowing seamlessly into the updated kitchen which is both stylish and functional with a gas range, breakfast bar, pantry, quartz countertops and recessed lighting. The open dining area overlooks the courtyard and living room. A main level full bedroom with access to the patio, updated full bathroom and inside laundry area is ideal for guests or multi-generational living. Upstairs, two spacious primary suites offer privacy and comfort, each with en-suite bathrooms and generous closet space. With a direct-access two-car garage with plenty of storage space and located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this is a must-see home. Community amenities are top-notch—pool, spa, tennis, pickleball, splash park, beach club, and miles of trails. Walking distance to Melinda Heights Elementary and Altisima Park. Peaceful, private, and move-in ready—this home blends style, function, and the best of SoCal living.
Sold for $815,000
Listing Provided by: Caliber Real Estate Group
Bought with: Realty Masters & Associates
$815,000
3 Tierra Plano, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
3beds
1,361sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1997
0.75 Acres Lot
$818,000 Zestimate®
$599/sqft
$3,937 Estimated rent
Home value
$818,000
$753,000 - $892,000
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En-suite bathroomsCharming front courtyardBreakfast barMain level full bedroomLight-filled homeGenerous closet spaceQuartz countertops
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Listing Provided by:
Stephanie Rezac DRE #01452455 714-721-1035,
Caliber Real Estate Group
Bought with:
Ramesh Gattu, DRE #02011492
Realty Masters & Associates
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PW25087946
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Multiple Primary Suites
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Dual Sinks, Quartz Counters, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Bedroom on Main Level, Multiple Primary Suites
- Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls,End Unit,No One Above
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,361 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Direct Access, Garage, One Space, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Front
- Patio & porch: Concrete
- Pool features: Association
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Association
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills, Mountain(s), Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0.75 Acres
- Features: Greenbelt
Details
- Parcel number: 93812302
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Foothills, Hiking, Street Lights, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Rancho Santa Margarita
- Subdivision: Tierra Montanosa (Tiem)
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $518 monthly
- Amenities included: Sport Court, Fire Pit, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s)
- Association name: Tierra Montanosa
- Association phone: 949-716-3998
- Second HOA fee: $87 monthly
- Second association name: Samlarc
- Second association phone: 800-428-5588
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash to New Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2025 | Sold | $815,000-4%$599/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #PW25087946 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2025 | Pending sale | $849,000$624/sqft |
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| 7/21/2025 | Listing removed | $849,000-3%$624/sqft |
Source:  SDMLS #PW25087946 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $875,000+213.6%$643/sqft |
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| 1/31/2002 | Sold | $279,000+66.1%$205/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/1998 | Sold | $168,000$123/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,456 +1.8% | $139,717 +2% |
| 2024 | $1,430 +2.3% | $136,978 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,398 +1.8% | $134,293 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,374 +4.2% | $131,660 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,318 -1.3% | $129,079 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,336 | $127,756 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,336 -2.5% | $125,251 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,370 -35.4% | $122,796 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,119 | $120,389 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,119 +0.6% | $118,029 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,107 -9.4% | $116,257 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,325 | $113,980 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $113,465 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $111,241 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $109,060 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $108,245 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $108,503 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $106,376 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $104,291 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $102,247 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $100,243 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $98,278 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $96,477 -46.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $181,477 +2% |
| 2001 | $3,123 +1.9% | $177,919 +2% |
| 2000 | $3,064 | $174,431 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 92688
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Melinda Heights Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 10/10Trabuco Hills High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 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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