51 Paseo Primero in Rancho Santa Margarita offers a beautifully upgraded detached townhome in one of the safest cities in the country. This modern home features high-end HVAC and appliance upgrades, ensuring optimal comfort and efficiency throughout the year. The first floor features a cozy living space connected to a dining area and kitchen, with access to a tranquil backyard space. While the second floor has two guest bedrooms and a full guest bathroom, along with a a beautiful and spacious primary bedroom and bathroom. There is also a spacious two car garage connected to the home with a nice driveway to provide plenty of parking. Located in the peaceful, family-friendly community of Melinda Heights, residents can enjoy a blend of convenience and tranquility with easy access to local amenities, parks, and top-rated schools. With its stylish finishes and prime location, this townhome is the perfect retreat for those seeking both luxury and security in one of California's most desirable areas.
Sold for $910,000
Listing Provided by: Arbor Real Estate
Bought with: The Oppenheim Group
$910,000
51 Paseo Primero, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
3beds
1,384sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1998
-- sqft lot
$925,300 Zestimate®
$658/sqft
$4,066 Estimated rent
Home value
$925,300
$851,000 - $1.01M
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Tranquil backyard spaceStylish finishesCozy living spaceTwo guest bedroomsFull guest bathroomSpacious primary bedroom
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Listing Provided by:
Dominick Morra DRE #02125446 dmorra@arborrealestate.com,
Arbor Real Estate
Bought with:
Lauren Shortt, DRE #02028434
The Oppenheim Group
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: LG24255443
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: Bathtub, Separate Shower, Tub Shower
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), All Bedrooms Up
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,384 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Direct Access, Driveway Level, Garage Faces Front, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Concrete, See Remarks
- Pool features: Association, Community
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Association, Community
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 93875043
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Drywall
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Gutter(s), Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Pool
Location
- Region: Rancho Santa Margarita
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $192 monthly
- Amenities included: Spa/Hot Tub
- Services included: Sewer
- Association name: Fiesta
- Association phone: 949-448-6000
- Second HOA fee: $87 monthly
- Second association name: Samlarc
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash to New Loan,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/29/2025 | Sold | $910,000+1.1%$658/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #LG24255443 Report a problem | ||
| 1/28/2025 | Pending sale | $899,999$650/sqft |
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| 1/8/2025 | Contingent | $899,999$650/sqft |
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| 1/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $899,999+44.5%$650/sqft |
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| 8/10/2020 | Sold | $623,000+0.5%$450/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #OC20131691 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2020 | Pending sale | $619,900$448/sqft |
Source: Landmark Realtors #OC20131691 Report a problem | ||
| 7/6/2020 | Listed for sale | $619,900+17%$448/sqft |
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| 8/10/2016 | Sold | $530,000+0%$383/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2016 | Pending sale | $529,900$383/sqft |
Source: Re/Max First Class #OC16143884 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2016 | Listed for sale | $529,900+7.1%$383/sqft |
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| 2/7/2008 | Sold | $495,000$358/sqft |
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| 1/11/2008 | Price change | $495,000-6.4%$358/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2007 | Listed for sale | $529,000-3.8%$382/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/6/2005 | Sold | $550,000+54.9%$397/sqft |
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| 5/12/2003 | Sold | $355,000+34%$257/sqft |
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| 9/6/2001 | Sold | $265,000+62.1%$191/sqft |
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| 6/20/1997 | Sold | $163,500$118/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,068 +2.3% | $674,354 +2% |
| 2024 | $6,910 +2.3% | $661,132 +2% |
| 2023 | $6,752 +1.7% | $648,169 +2% |
| 2022 | $6,641 +2.3% | $635,460 +2% |
| 2021 | $6,489 +11.4% | $623,000 +10.8% |
| 2020 | $5,825 | $562,333 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,825 -10% | $551,307 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,469 -17% | $540,498 +2% |
| 2017 | $7,793 | $529,900 +9.3% |
| 2016 | $7,793 +5.9% | $485,000 |
| 2015 | $7,357 +7.1% | $485,000 +12.5% |
| 2014 | $6,870 | $431,225 +25% |
| 2013 | -- | $344,980 |
| 2012 | -- | $344,980 -6% |
| 2011 | -- | $367,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $367,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $367,000 -35.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $572,220 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $561,000 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $550,000 +49.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $368,755 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $361,525 +33.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $270,300 -3.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $280,000 +58.8% |
| 2001 | $3,623 +2.1% | $176,288 +2% |
| 2000 | $3,549 | $172,832 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 92688
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Melinda Heights Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.5 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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