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8 Via Torre

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

4 beds
3 baths
2,313 sqft
6,800 sqft lot
$479 per sqft
1993 build
– on site

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Welcome Home! Located in the desirable community of Melinda Heights, this home is uniquely located offering a wide open feel, large yard with lush greenbelt and trees views. Entering through double doors you’ll be greeted by a step down entry into the open floor plan with cathedral high ceilings bathed in light from high windows with plantation shutters and beautiful engineered maple wood floors throughout the main floor. Upgrades include raised baseboards, custom moldings including interior raised door casings and a custom built-in entertainment/bar center. Kitchen has been upgraded with granite counters, extended breakfast bar, newer all matching appliances, a custom paneled dishwasher to match the refinished and distressed cabinets, and a pass-through kitchen window over the new Kohler stone composite sink. The entertainer’s backyard has an eat at BBQ with fridge, drawers and storage,ThermoSpa jetted spa with lift for cover, artificial turf and pavers, patio cover equipped with ceiling fans, relaxing fountain that turns on/off with a smart plug, and granite shelf at the kitchen window. Spacious laundry with large tub-sink leads to gigantic side yard where you can set up as a play area, gardner’s or crafter’s dream space. Upstairs are four generously sized secondary bedrooms with mirrored closet bi & tri fold doors. Master suite with bahamas-style ceiling fan and luxurious bath with an upgraded eye-catching exotic veined marble countertop, new vessel sinks and faucets plus a generous walk-in closet with an excellent built-in organizer. Energy efficient LED recessed lighting, whole house fan and efficient water softener and RO system included.

Listed By CRMLS_CA / Lisa Wood-Russo / First Team Real Estate

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 9, 2025 •

MLS# OC21094725 —

The Building

Year Built:

1993
Year Built Source:

Public Records
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Stucco
Total Number Of Units:

1
Architectural Style:

Traditional
Roof:

Spanish Tile
Foundation:

Slab
Structure Type:

House
Exterior Features:

Lighting, Rain Gutters, Satellite Dish
Patio And Porch Features:

Concrete, Covered, Front Porch
Patio:

1
Common Walls:

No Common Walls

Interior

Features:

Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting
Levels:

Two
Kitchen Features:

Granite Counters, Kitchen Open to Family Room
Eating Area:

Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room
Door Features:

Double Door Entry
Window Features:

Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Plantation Shutters, Screens
Flooring:

Carpet, Wood
Room Type:

All Bedrooms Up, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Master Suite, Walk-In Closet
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplace:

Family Room, Gas Starter, Wood Burning
Laundry:

Dryer Included, Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Inside, Washer Included
Laundry:

1

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2313.00

Financial & Terms

Disclosures:

CC And R's, Home Warranty, Homeowners Association, Principal Is RE Licensed

Location

Directions:

Cross street Melinda Road and Via Arribo
Latitude:

33.64447400
Longitude:

-117.61884500

The Property

Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Condition:

Updated/Remodeled
Lot Features:

Back Yard, Landscaped, Lawn, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers Drip System, Sprinklers Timer, Yard
Lot Size Area:

6800.0000
Lot Size Acres:

0.1561
Lot Size SqFt:

6800.00
Lot Size Source:

Seller
View:

1
View:

Park/Greenbelt
Sprinklers:

Yes
Security Features:

Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Exclusions:

Metal light switch plates will be replaced, large framed mirror in dining room, plaster planters on exterior back wall, 6 metal wall decor at master bathroom and on patio cover, 3 metal cactus in backyard
Additional Parcels:

No
Lease Considered:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Census Tract:

320.49
Tax Tract:

13829
Tax Lot:

1

Beds

Total Bedrooms:

4

Baths

Total Baths:

3
Bathroom Features:

Bathtub, Low Flow Toilet(s), Shower in Tub, Closet in bathroom, Double sinks in bath(s), Double Sinks In Master Bath, Exhaust fan(s), Granite Counters, Privacy toilet door, Separate tub and shower, Soaking Tub, Walk-in shower
Full & Three Quarter Baths:

2
Main Level Baths:

1
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

Standard
Parcel Number:

83651201
Showings Begin:

2021-05-14

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

1
Heating:

Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling:

Yes
Cooling:

Central Air, Whole House Fan

Utilities

Utilities:

Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Sewer:

Public Sewer
Electric:

220 Volts For Spa
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Barbecue, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater, Water Softener
Included:

Yes

Schools

Elementary:

MELHEI
Elementary School:

Melinda Heights
Middle School:

Rancho Santa Margarita
Middle School:

RASAMA
High School:

Trabucco Hills
High School:

TRAHIL2
High School District:

Saddleback Valley Unified

The Community

Subdivision:

Mira Vista (MIRV)
Subdivision:

Mira Vista (MIRV)
Neighborhood:

Melinda Heights
Features:

Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Inclusions:

Outdoor fountain on smart plug, Washer/Dryer & Refrigerator, Water Softener & RO water system, spa & bbq bar. Not all items covered under warranty.
Association Amenities:

Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Picnic Area, Playground, Dog Park, Tennis Court(s), Sport Court, Biking Trails, Hiking Trails, Meeting Room, Maintenance Grounds
Association:

Vista Sur
Association:

Yes
Association Fee:

$103
Association Fee 2:

71.00
Association Fee Frequency:

Monthly
Association Fee 2 Frequency:

Monthly
Pool:

Association
Senior Community:

No
Spa:

1
Private Pool:

No
Spa Features:

Private, Association
Assessments:

Yes
Assessments:

Special Assessments

Parking

Parking:

Yes
Parking:

Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Garage - Single Door, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener
Parking Spaces:

6.00
Attached Garage:

Yes
Garage Spaces:

3.00
Uncovered Spaces:

3.00
Remotes:

1

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
6/1/21 Jun 1, 2021	Sold	CRMLS_CA	$1,110,000	5.7%
5/25/21 May 25, 2021	Pending	CRMLS_CA	$1,049,900
5/19/21 May 19, 2021	Sold Subject To Contingencies	CRMLS_CA	$1,049,900

House Sold on 6/1/2021

$1,110,000

Listing provided by broker:

Lisa Wood-Russo

First Team Real Estate

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Listing Courtesy of: CRMLS_CA and First Team Real Estate. Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of 18:29 on Jul 09.

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8 Via Torre

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688