This stunning Melinda Heights residence in the desirable Estrella Vista community has been beautifully updated with designer finishes throughout, offering both style and functionality for today’s modern living. Spanning approximately 2,400 sq. ft. on an expansive 5,700 sq. ft. lot, this home features 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, including a convenient downstairs bedroom and bath ideal for in-laws, guests or a private office. The impressive open floor plan welcomes you with soaring vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and rich hardwood floors that flow through the formal living and dining rooms. The chef-inspired kitchen has been tastefully remodeled with a new cabinetry piece featuring a built-in wine rack, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a 5-burner gas cooktop, and a double oven. A breakfast bar and casual dining area overlook the inviting family room with a cozy fireplace, creating the perfect space for gatherings. Upstairs, you’ll find three spacious bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with tray ceilings, a custom-organized walk-in closet, and a spa-inspired bathroom showcasing a mosaic-tiled walk-in shower and separate soaking tub. The private backyard, with no neighbors directly behind, has been thoughtfully designed for entertaining. Enjoy an extended covered patio, built-in BBQ with bar seating, sink, refrigerator, fire pit and fountain features, and a low-maintenance artificial grass area ideal for lounging or playing. Additional highlights include a three-car garage with freshly painted flooring, built-in cabinets, hanging storage racks, and a 220V outlet for EV charging, separate laundry room with sink, and a Quiet Cool whole-house fan for added comfort. Located within the boundaries of the award-winning Melinda Heights Elementary School and the SAMLARC community, residents enjoy access to premier amenities—4 community pools, 12 parks, tennis, pickleball, volleyball, and basketball courts, and extensive hiking trails. The highlight of SAMLARC living is the Beach Club, a resort-style oasis featuring a sand-bottom swimming lagoon, peaceful lounge areas shaded by sycamore trees, and soft, fine sand for a true coastal escape. The crown jewel, Lago Santa Margarita, offers scenic lake views, five fitness stations, and fishing spots—all set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Saddleback Mountains. This exceptional home presents a rare opportunity to enjoy elevated living in one of RSM's most sought-after neighborhoods.
Sold for $1,425,000
Listing Provided by: Bullock Russell RE Services
Bought with: Re/Max Coastal Homes
$1,425,000
5 San Gabriel, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
4beds
2,400sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1992
5,700 Square Feet Lot
$1,435,100 Zestimate®
$594/sqft
$5,795 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,435,100
$1.32M - $1.55M
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Private backyardThree-car garageChef-inspired kitchenAbundant natural lightLuxurious primary suiteSpa-inspired bathroomFreshly painted flooring
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Listing Provided by:
Kurtis Pinedo DRE #01973929 949-244-0040,
Bullock Russell RE Services
Bought with:
Sylvia Tarkeshian, DRE #01855020
Re/Max Coastal Homes
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC25254122
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Closet, Dual Sinks, Granite Counters, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Pots & Pan Drawers
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Attic, Bedroom on Main Level, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Windows: Plantation Shutters
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,400 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Concrete, Door-Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Front
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Stone
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Pool features: Association
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Association
- Fencing: Glass,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 5,700 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 83647108
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Other
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1992
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Item220VoltsinGarage
- 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: Street Lights, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Rancho Santa Margarita
- Subdivision: Estrella Vista (Esv)
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $87 monthly
- Amenities included: Call for Rules, Clubhouse, Sport Court, Fire Pit, Maintenance Grounds, Other Courts, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Paddle Tennis, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
- Association name: Samlarc
- Association phone: 800-428-5588
- Second HOA fee: $137 monthly
- Second association name: Vista Sur
- Second association phone: 800-428-5588
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,Item1031Exchange
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/18/2026 | Sold | $1,425,000-1.7%$594/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #OC25254122 Report a problem | ||
| 1/30/2026 | Contingent | $1,449,800$604/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #OC25254122 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,449,800+67.6%$604/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #OC25254122 Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2018 | Listing removed | $3,700$2/sqft |
Source: Ocean View Management Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2018 | Price change | $3,700-5.1%$2/sqft |
Source: Ocean View Management Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2018 | Listed for rent | $3,900$2/sqft |
Source: Ocean View Management Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2018 | Sold | $865,000+1.8%$360/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2018 | Pending sale | $849,900$354/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Newport Beach #LG18086656 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2018 | Listed for sale | $849,900+25%$354/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Res Brokerage #LG18086656 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2008 | Sold | $680,000-8.1%$283/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/12/2007 | Listed for sale | $739,900+55%$308/sqft |
Source: Prudential California #S500877 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2002 | Sold | $477,500+34.7%$199/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2000 | Sold | $354,500$148/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,254 +1.8% | $984,221 +2% |
| 2024 | $10,076 +2.3% | $964,923 +2% |
| 2023 | $9,846 +1.7% | $946,003 +2% |
| 2022 | $9,683 +2.5% | $927,454 +2% |
| 2021 | $9,445 +0.2% | $909,269 +1% |
| 2020 | $9,431 | $899,946 +2% |
| 2019 | $9,431 -9.7% | $882,300 +12.4% |
| 2018 | $10,448 -2.5% | $784,994 +2% |
| 2017 | $10,718 | $769,602 +8.1% |
| 2016 | $10,718 +5.2% | $712,000 |
| 2015 | $10,188 +7.3% | $712,000 +7.7% |
| 2014 | $9,497 | $661,000 +14.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $576,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $576,000 -4% |
| 2011 | -- | $600,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $600,000 -9.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $665,000 +26.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $526,508 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $516,185 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $506,064 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $496,142 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $486,414 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $477,500 +29.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $368,301 +2% |
| 2001 | $6,309 +20.4% | $361,080 +22.5% |
| 2000 | $5,242 | $294,675 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 92688
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Melinda Heights Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1 mi
- 7/10Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2 mi
- 10/10Trabuco Hills High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Melinda Heights
- Middle: Rancho Santa Margarita
- High: Trabucco 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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