Welcome to this stunning 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom residence with a spacious loft, offering 1,906 square feet of beautifully remodeled living space in the highly sought-after gated community of Melrose in Mission Viejo. Thoughtfully upgraded from top to bottom, this home blends style, comfort, and functionality—making it truly move-in ready. As you enter, you'll be greeted by an open and inviting floor plan featuring luxury vinyl flooring throughout, completed as part of a comprehensive interior remodel in 2021. Crown molding and oversized baseboards add a touch of elegance, while each room is equipped with dimmable lighting to create the perfect ambiance, day or night. Additional upgrades include fresh paint, recessed lighting, ceiling fans, and updated electrical switches and outlets, providing a modern and cohesive aesthetic throughout. The remodeled kitchen showcases refreshed cabinetry, sleek hardware, and high-end stainless-steel appliances, including a new dishwasher. Whether you're hosting friends or preparing a quiet dinner, this kitchen is both functional and stylish. All bathrooms have been upgraded with new vanities and plumbing fixtures, offering a spa-like feel. Upstairs, a versatile loft provides the ideal space for a home office, playroom, or media area. Comfort and peace of mind come with major system upgrades including a new HVAC system installed in 2016, a full home repipe completed in 2019, and a newer water heater. The home’s exterior was professionally painted in 2023, enhancing its curb appeal and durability. Perfectly located within the community, this home is just steps away from the sparkling pool and spa—ideal for weekend relaxation or afternoon swims. Residents enjoy access to top-rated local schools and exclusive membership to Lake Mission Viejo, where you can take advantage of year-round amenities including beaches, swimming, boating, and the popular summer concert series. Conveniently close to major freeways, shopping, restaurants, and outdoor recreation, this beautifully upgraded home offers the ultimate Southern California lifestyle in a secure and family-friendly setting.
Sold for $1,175,000
Listed by: First Team Real Estate • Tommy Lowery • Contact: 949-240-7979
Bought with: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
$1,175,000
73 Melrose Dr, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
3beds
1,906sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
0.54 Acres Lot
$1,199,400 Zestimate®
$616/sqft
$5,082 Estimated rent
Home value
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$1.10M - $1.31M
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Sparkling pool and spaVersatile loftSpacious loftSleek hardwareFresh paintCrown moldingDimmable lighting
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Listed by:
Tommy Lowery DRE #01493256 949-395-8385,
First Team Real Estate,
Lisa Lowery DRE #01885694 714-309-6607,
First Team Real Estate
Bought with:
Tara Trenda, DRE #01913857
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC25101763
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
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Bedroom, Center Hall, Den, Entry/Foyer, Exercise Room, Family Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Loft, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office, Other, Dining Room
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Self-closing Cabinet Doors, Self-closing Drawers, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Upper Level
Features
- Built-in Features, Brick Walls, Block Walls, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Up, Loft, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
- Doors: Panel Doors, Sliding Doors
- Windows: Blinds
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,906 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Door-Multi, Direct Access, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, No Driveway, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Open, Patio, Wrap Around
- Pool features: Association
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Association, Heated
- Fencing: Block
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Courtyard, Hills, Mountain(s), Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0.54 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn
Details
- Additional parcels included: 78262144
- Parcel number: 93880464
- Special conditions: Standard,Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Drywall, Glass, Concrete, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Spanish Tile
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1996
Details
- Builder model: D
- Builder name: Barratt
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Standard
- Sewer: Unknown
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gutter(s), Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Gated
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Melrose (Melr)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Pool, Spa/Hot Tub
- HOA fee: $220 monthly
- HOA name: Melrose
- HOA phone: 949-508-1550
- Second HOA fee: $170 semi-annually
- Second HOA name: Lake Mission Viejo
- Second HOA phone: 949-770-1313
Location
- Region: Mission Viejo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $616/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $494,884
- Annual tax amount: $4,928
- Date on market: 5/8/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 15 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,FHA 203(k),VA Loan
- Inclusions: Fridge
- Exclusions: Washer & Dryer
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/20/2025 | Sold | $1,175,000$616/sqft |
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| 6/9/2025 | Pending sale | $1,175,000$616/sqft |
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| 5/23/2025 | Contingent | $1,175,000$616/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #OC25101763 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,175,000+250.7%$616/sqft |
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| 10/3/2001 | Sold | $335,000+52.6%$176/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/4/1998 | Sold | $219,500+4.3%$115/sqft |
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| 1/26/1996 | Sold | $210,500$110/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,928 +2% | $494,884 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,830 +2.4% | $485,181 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,719 +2% | $475,668 +2% |
| 2022 | $4,625 +2% | $466,342 +2% |
| 2021 | $4,533 +1% | $457,199 +1% |
| 2020 | $4,486 | $452,511 +2% |
| 2019 | $4,486 +2% | $443,639 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,397 +4.1% | $434,941 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,224 | $426,413 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,224 +8.3% | $418,052 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,901 -14.1% | $411,773 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,542 | $403,707 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $401,883 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $394,003 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $386,278 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $383,392 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $384,304 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $376,769 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $369,382 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $362,140 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $355,040 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $348,079 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $341,700 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $335,000 +44% |
| 2001 | $3,563 +0.6% | $232,598 +2% |
| 2000 | $3,541 | $228,038 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 92692
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Bathgate Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Newhart Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Capistrano Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bathgate
- Middle: Newhart
- High: Capistrano Valley
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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