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Sold for $1,500,000
  • Listed by: HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty • Davin Emmons • Contact: 949-874-8961
    Bought with: HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty
    $1,500,000

    37 Calle Melinda, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

    3beds
    1,810sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1986
    3,000 Square Feet Lot
    $1,405,100 Zestimate®
    $829/sqft
    $4,396 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,405,100

    $1.33M - $1.48M

    $4,396/mo

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    What's special

    Welcome to this exquisitely appointed townhouse in the heart of Rancho Santa Margarita, offering a spacious and thoughtfully designed 1,810 sq ft of open-concept living. This luxurious home features three oversized bedrooms and two and a half beautifully updated bathrooms, perfect for those seeking both style and comfort. Step inside to discover a host of high-end updates throughout. The home boasts brand new windows and an upgraded HVAC system, ensuring year-round comfort. Luxury vinyl floors flow seamlessly through the space, complemented by a striking staircase and elegant quartzite finishes. The kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring premium Bosch appliances, soft-close cabinets, and an oversized island with ample storage and electrical outlets. Custom window treatments and chandeliers add a refined touch to the space, while recessed lighting highlights the modern aesthetic. The living area invites you to unwind in front of a stunning Italian marble fireplace, with two sliding doors leading out to the backyard, creating the perfect blend of indoor-outdoor living. The expansive lot, the largest in the community, backs to a premium lakeview, offering tranquility and privacy. The outdoor space is equally impressive, with a flagstone patio, retractable awning, and a fully equipped outdoor kitchen, ideal for entertaining or enjoying a quiet evening at home. Plus, it's just a short walk to the community pool. Upstairs, the master suite is a true retreat, complete with a private balcony overlooking the lake, a spacious walk-in closet, and an updated en-suite bathroom featuring a tiled shower and skylights that flood the space with natural light. Additional features of this remarkable home include six-panel doors throughout, pex plumbing, a retractable awning, and smart, control-activated window treatments for added convenience. This beautifully updated townhouse is the perfect blend of luxury and comfort, offering the largest lot in the community with lakefront views, premium finishes, and modern conveniences at every turn. Don’t miss your opportunity to own this exceptional property in Rancho Santa Margarita.

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    Listed by:

    Davin Emmons DRE #01419145 949-874-8961,

    HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty

    Bought with:

    Davin Emmons, DRE #01419145

    HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty

    Cindy Vu, DRE #02161087

    HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC24188488MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bedroom, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
    Bedroom
    • Features: All Bedrooms Up
    Bathroom
    • Features: Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Full Bath on Main Level, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Separate Shower
    Kitchen
    • Features: Quartz Counters, Self-closing Cabinet Doors, Self-closing Drawers
    Heating
    • Central
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Microwave
    • Laundry: Laundry Room
    Features
    • Breakfast Bar, High Ceilings, Pantry, Quartz Counters, All Bedrooms Up
    • Flooring: Laminate
    • Windows: ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Roller Shields
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Living Room
    • Common walls with other units/homes: 1 Common Wall
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,810 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Door-Single, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Entry location: 1
    • Patio & porch: Covered
    • Exterior features: Awning(s)
    • Pool features: Association
    • Has spa: Yes
    • Spa features: Association
    • Fencing: Split Rail
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Lake
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Lake
    • Waterfront features: Lake, Lake Front
    Lot
    • Size: 3,000 Square Feet
    • Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Corner Lot, Landscaped, Level, Yard
    Details
    • Parcel number: 93228464
    • Zoning: R-1
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Traditional
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    • Attached to another structure: Yes
    Materials
    • Stucco
    • Foundation: Slab
    • Roof: Concrete
    Condition
    • Turnkey
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1986

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Curbs, Lake, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
    • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Firewall(s), Smoke Detector(s)
    • Subdivision: Marbella (Mb)
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Amenities included: Pool, Spa/Hot Tub
    • HOA fee: $560 monthly
    • HOA name: Marbella
    • HOA phone: 555-555-1212
    • Second HOA fee: $81 monthly
    • Second HOA name: Samlarc
    Location
    • Region: Rancho Santa Margarita

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $829/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,530,000
    • Date on market: 9/10/2024
    • Cumulative days on market: 35 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/19/2024Sold$1,500,000-6.2%$829/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24188488 Report a problem
    10/24/2024Pending sale$1,599,900$884/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24188488 Report a problem
    10/24/2024Listed for sale$1,599,900+106.4%$884/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24188488 Report a problem
    4/1/2022Sold$775,000$428/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    2/25/2022Pending sale$775,000$428/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC22037905 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2026-- $1,530,000 +2%
    2025$15,726 +161.8%$1,500,000 +161.6%
    2024$6,006 -33.6%$573,417 -33.9%
    2023$9,045 +157.9%$867,000 +157.5%
    2022$3,507 +29.5%$336,712 +2%
    2021$2,707 -20.7%$330,110 +1%
    2020$3,412 $326,726 +2%
    2019$3,412 -6.6%$320,320 +2%
    2018$3,651 +1.3%$314,040 +2%
    2017$3,603 $307,883 +2%
    2016$3,603 -11.2%$301,847 +1.5%
    2015$4,056 -1.7%$297,313 +2%
    2014$4,126 $291,490 +0.5%
    2013-- $290,173 +2%
    2012-- $284,484 +2%
    2011-- $278,906 +0.8%
    2010-- $276,822 -0.2%
    2009-- $277,480 +2%
    2008-- $272,040 +2%
    2007-- $266,706 +2%
    2006-- $261,477 +2%
    2005-- $256,350 +2%
    2004-- $251,324 +1.9%
    2003-- $246,718 +2%
    2002-- $241,881 +2%
    2001$3,824 -0.2%$237,139 +2%
    2000$3,830 $232,490
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 92688

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Tijeras Creek
    • High: Tesoro

    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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