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22 Brisa Fresca, Rancho Santa Margarita, California 92688, Rancho Santa Margarita, 92688 - 4 bed, 3 bath

22 Brisa Fresca, Rancho Santa Margarita, California 92688 home-pic-0
ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT$1,275,000
22 Brisa Fresca, Rancho Santa Margarita, California 92688
4Beds
3Baths
2,152Sqft
4,264Lot

Price Vs. Estimate

The estimated value ($1,266,521.695) is $8,478.305 (0%) lower than the list price ($1,275,000). This property may be overpriced.

Key pros and cons

Top Pros:
Prime Location & Community Amenities: Located in a quiet Melinda Heights neighborhood with no 241 freeway noise, offering access to extensive community amenities including pools, parks, tennis courts, a beach club, lagoon, and walking trails. It's also close to coveted schools, dining, shopping, and major freeways (5, 405, and toll roads).
Top Cons:
Upstairs Flooring Condition: The seller's offer of a $10,000 credit for stairs/upstairs flooring indicates that these areas are not updated and will require immediate attention or replacement by the buyer, even with the credit.

Compared to the nearby listings

Price:$1.27M vs avg $1.23M (+$50,000)55%
Size:2,152 sqft vs avg 2,018 sqft65%
Price/sqft:$592 vs avg $63427%

More Insights

Built in 1993 (32 years old).
Condition: The property, built in 1993, presents a mixed condition. While the kitchen has been extensively and recently updated with modern white shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances, and the downstairs features brand new engineered wood flooring, several key areas require significant updates. The upstairs carpeting needs replacement, as evidenced by the seller's $10,000 credit offer. All bathrooms, particularly the primary and hallway baths, are functional but appear dated with older cabinets, countertops, and tile work, requiring substantial renovation to align with current styles. Major systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical) are likely original to the 31-year-old home and are not explicitly noted as updated, suggesting potential future maintenance. The home is well-maintained but requires more than minor cosmetic updates to achieve a fully modern aesthetic throughout.
Year Built
1993
Close
-
List price
$1.27M
Original List price
$1.43M
Price/Sqft
$592
HOA
$87
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
OC25019757
Home ConditionFair
Features
Pool
Spa
Patio
ViewNeighborhood

About this home

HUGE PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Welcome to your new home in Melinda Heights. NO NOISE from the 241. Sellers will credit $10k toward stairs/upstairs flooring. This home is in a beautiful quiet neighborhood complete with rolling hills, parks, community pools, tennis and basketball courts, baseball and soccer fields, the beach club and lagoon and a slew of walking trails. This 4 bedroom home has a bedroom/office and full bathroom downstairs, 2 large bedrooms and a primary suite upstairs. Both the primary and hallway bathrooms have dual vanity sinks, primary bath has a separate tub and shower. The hallway bathroom has a tub/shower combo. There are stunning cathedral ceilings and an estate winding staircase as you enter the home. The home has newer wood shutters. Brand new engineered wood in all of the downstairs. The kitchen has an eat in area and is open to the family room complete with a fireplace. The family room leads to the low maintenance, small backyard with a sparkling, river rock, 15 foot long pool, spa and relaxing waterfall, perfect for evenings under the stars. There is a separate laundry room, and a 3 car garage. The home is close to coveted schools, gorgeous parks, a club house, amazing restaurants, shopping, movie theaters and freeways both toll and the 5 and 405. This home has it all!

Nearby schools

8/10
Melinda Heights Elementary School
Public,•K-6•0.2mi
7/10
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate School
Public,•7-8•1.9mi
8/10
Trabuco Hills High School
Public,•9-12•1.8mi
Condition Rating
Fair
The property, built in 1993, presents a mixed condition. While the kitchen has been extensively and recently updated with modern white shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances, and the downstairs features brand new engineered wood flooring, several key areas require significant updates. The upstairs carpeting needs replacement, as evidenced by the seller's $10,000 credit offer. All bathrooms, particularly the primary and hallway baths, are functional but appear dated with older cabinets, countertops, and tile work, requiring substantial renovation to align with current styles. Major systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical) are likely original to the 31-year-old home and are not explicitly noted as updated, suggesting potential future maintenance. The home is well-maintained but requires more than minor cosmetic updates to achieve a fully modern aesthetic throughout.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Prime Location & Community Amenities: Located in a quiet Melinda Heights neighborhood with no 241 freeway noise, offering access to extensive community amenities including pools, parks, tennis courts, a beach club, lagoon, and walking trails. It's also close to coveted schools, dining, shopping, and major freeways (5, 405, and toll roads).
Desirable Floor Plan: Features a highly functional layout with a convenient bedroom/office and full bathroom downstairs, catering to guests, multi-generational living, or a dedicated home office, alongside a primary suite and two additional large bedrooms upstairs.
Private Backyard Oasis: The low-maintenance backyard includes a sparkling 15-foot river rock pool, spa, and relaxing waterfall, providing a private and inviting space for relaxation and entertainment.
Recent Interior Upgrades & Architectural Appeal: Boasts brand new engineered wood flooring downstairs, newer wood shutters, and impressive architectural details such as cathedral ceilings and an estate winding staircase upon entry.
Seller Incentives & Price Adjustment: Benefits from a 'HUGE PRICE IMPROVEMENT' and a $10,000 seller credit towards stairs/upstairs flooring, offering significant value and reducing immediate out-of-pocket expenses for the buyer.

Cons

Upstairs Flooring Condition: The seller's offer of a $10,000 credit for stairs/upstairs flooring indicates that these areas are not updated and will require immediate attention or replacement by the buyer, even with the credit.
Limited Backyard Space: Described as a 'low maintenance, small backyard,' which, despite featuring a pool and spa, may not meet the needs of buyers seeking more expansive outdoor living areas or green space for recreation.
Potential for Dated Systems: Built in 1993, while some cosmetic updates are noted, the description does not specify updates to major systems (e.g., HVAC, plumbing, electrical), suggesting they could be original and potentially require future maintenance or replacement.

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