DETACHED. PRIVATE. SMARTLY UPGRADED. UNDER $900,000. Welcome to this upgraded detached home nestled in the highly sought-after Fiesta neighborhood of Melinda Heights. Offering the privacy, comfort, and feel of a single-family residence with no shared living walls, this inviting two-story home features 2 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a versatile upstairs loft ideal for a home office or study, an attached 2-car garage, and a generously sized private backyard with no rear neighbors. Step inside to a light-filled, open-concept floor plan designed for comfortable everyday living and effortless entertaining. The well-appointed kitchen offers attractive cabinetry, quality appliances, a pantry, and a window overlooking the backyard, while the adjoining dining area flows seamlessly to the outdoor patio, creating the indoor-outdoor lifestyle Southern California is famous for. A convenient powder room completes the main level. Thoughtfully updated for todays homeowner, this move-in-ready residence showcases smart-home, comfort, and energy-efficient improvements, including an Ecobee Wi-Fi smart thermostat with an upstairs comfort sensor, a smartphone-controlled Rain Bird irrigation system, an LG ThinQ smart washer and dryer on pedestals, an upgraded electrical panel, double-pane tinted windows throughout, a new rain gutter with leaf guard over the patio, an outdoor shower, and a custom dog door integrated into the sliding glass door, perfect for your four-legged family member. Enjoy low HOA dues while experiencing Rcho Santa Margaritas exceptional lifestyle, including access to four community pools, spa, tennis courts, pickleball courts, basketball courts, beautiful parks, miles of scenic hiking and biking trails, and the picturesque Lake & recreation area. Ideally located within the attendance area of highly regarded schools and just minutes from shopping, restaurants, entertainment, the 241 Toll Road, and countless outdoor recreation opportunities, this exceptional home offers the perfect blend of privacy, technology, comfort, and convenience. Wake up to bright mornings, spend your afternoons enjoying the nearby trails, parks, pools, or Lake, and come home each evening to the comfort, privacy, and lifestyle that have made Rancho Sta Margarita one of California's most cherished places to call home. Homes offering this combination of detached living, smart-home upgrades, a private backyard, and an exceptional location rarely become available at this price.

Listed by Marcelo Loyola of RE/MAX Connections (949) 858-4711



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