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For saleErrorPrice cut: $49K (7/17)
$1,400,000
4beds
2,190sqft

42 La Sordina, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

4beds
2,190sqft
Single family residence
Built in 1996
4,160 sqft
3 Attached garage spaces
$639 price/sqft
$216/mo HOA

What's special

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 ...

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Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC26137113MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS
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Living Room

Kitchen

Primary Bedroom

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Listing updated:

Listed by:

Edward Hendrik DRE #01964738 9498610207,

Circa Properties, Inc.

Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC26137113MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
  • Room types: Bedroom, Den, Entry/Foyer, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
  • Features: Primary Suite
Bedroom
  • Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
  • Features: Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Granite Counters, Separate Shower
Kitchen
  • Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island
Other
  • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
  • Central
Cooling
  • Central Air
Appliances
  • Included: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
  • Balcony, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Bedroom on Main Level, Entrance Foyer, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Has fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace features: Family Room
  • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
  • Total interior livable area: 2,190 sqft

Property

Parking
  • Total spaces: 3
  • Parking features: Garage - Attached
  • Attached garage spaces: 3
Accessibility
  • Accessibility features: None
Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry location: 1
  • Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio
  • Pool features: Community, Association
  • Spa features: None
  • Fencing: New Condition,Vinyl
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: None
Lot
  • Size: 4,160 Square Feet
  • Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Greenbelt
Details
  • Parcel number: 83906254
  • Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style
  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
  • Turnkey
  • New construction: No
  • Year built: 1996

Utilities & green energy

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected

Community & HOA

Community
  • Features: Fishing, Lake, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Pool
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
  • Has HOA: Yes
  • Amenities included: Sport Court, Meeting/Banquet/Party Room, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Recreation Room, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
  • HOA fee: $125 monthly
  • HOA name: Brisa Ladera
  • HOA phone: 800-428-5588
  • Second HOA fee: $91 monthly
  • Second HOA name: Samlarc
  • Second HOA phone: 949-709-0010
Location
  • Region: Rancho Santa Margarita

Financial & listing details

  • Price per square foot: $639/sqft
  • Tax assessed value: $1,435,000
  • Annual tax amount: $14,962
  • Date on market: 6/26/2026
  • Cumulative days on market: 32 days
  • Listing terms: Contract

Price history

DateEventPrice
7/17/2026Price change$1,400,000-3.4%$639/sqft
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6/26/2026Listed for sale$1,449,000+1%$662/sqft
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7/1/2024Sold$1,435,000$655/sqft
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6/20/2024Pending sale$1,435,000$655/sqft
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6/6/2024Contingent$1,435,000$655/sqft
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5/29/2024Listed for sale$1,435,000+43.5%$655/sqft
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11/9/2021Sold$1,000,000-2.4%$457/sqft
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9/29/2021Pending sale$1,025,000+60.2%$468/sqft
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12/1/2018Listing removed$3,500$2/sqft
Source: Regency Real Estate Brokers #OC18243387 Report a problem
10/18/2018Price change$3,500-7.9%$2/sqft
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10/6/2018Listed for rent$3,800+8.6%$2/sqft
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7/9/2015Listing removed$3,500$2/sqft
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5/22/2015Listed for rent$3,500$2/sqft
Source: Regency Real Estate Brokers #OC15109446 Report a problem
5/31/2013Sold$640,000+0%$292/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
5/1/2013Pending sale$639,900$292/sqft
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4/27/2013Listed for sale$639,900$292/sqft
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4/17/2013Pending sale$639,900$292/sqft
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4/8/2013Listed for sale$639,900+106.4%$292/sqft
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6/11/1999Sold$310,000+46.2%$142/sqft
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9/25/1996Sold$212,000$97/sqft
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Public tax history

YearProperty taxesTax assessment
2025$14,962 +37.7%$1,435,000 +37.9%
2024$10,866 +2.3%$1,040,400 +2%
2023$10,617 -12.2%$1,020,000 +2%
2022$12,097 +60.2%$1,000,000 +37.3%
2021$7,550 +0.1%$728,092 +1%
2020$7,540 $720,627 +2%
2019$7,540 -8.6%$706,498 +2%
2018$8,248 -16.9%$692,646 +2%
2017$9,920 $679,065 +2%
2016$9,920 -0.5%$665,750 +1.5%
2015$9,970 -2.2%$655,750 +2%
2014$10,199 $642,905 +63%
2013-- $394,527 +2%
2012-- $386,792 +2%
2011-- $379,208 +0.8%
2010-- $376,374 -0.2%
2009-- $377,269 +2%
2008-- $369,872 +2%
2007-- $362,620 +2%
2006-- $355,510 +2%
2005-- $348,540 +2%
2004-- $341,706 +1.9%
2003-- $335,444 +2%
2002-- $328,867 +2%
2001$6,137 +1.3%$322,419 +2%
2000$6,058 $316,098

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Monthly payment

Est. payment
$8,448/mo
Principal & interest
$6995
Property taxes
$1237
HOA Fees
$216
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Estimated market value

$1,382,900

$1.31M - $1.45M

$6,484/mo

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Neighborhood: 92688

Nearby schools

Melinda Heights Elementary School
Grades K-6 • 0.3 miles
8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10
Student Progress Rating
8/10
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate School
Grades 7-8 • 1.9 miles
7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10
Student Progress Rating
3/10
Trabuco Hills High School
Grades 9-12 • 1.8 miles
10/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10
College Readiness Rating
10/10

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