Welcome to 5 Lavanda Street – a thoughtfully upgraded 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home nestled in the heart of Rancho Mission Viejo. Built in 2015, this 2,038 sq ft residence sits on a 2,782 sq ft lot and offers exceptional curb appeal with a charming gated front entry and dual single-car garages. The fully paved backyard features six custom concrete planters, creating a low-maintenance outdoor retreat ideal for entertaining. Inside, designer finishes elevate every space—from upgraded tile flooring and an elegant spiral staircase to European Quartz countertops and premium hardware. The chef’s kitchen showcases a Thermador stainless steel appliance suite, including a triple oven, griddle stovetop, pro hood, and warming drawer. Modern conveniences and energy efficiency are seamlessly integrated with a 5.6 kW Tesla solar system (14 panels), two Tesla Powerwalls (27 kW total backup), whole house fan, Nest thermostat, Smartlock, WiFi-enabled garage opener, and a video doorbell with full indoor/outdoor surveillance wiring. The home is also pre-configured for easy conversion of the half bath into a full bathroom and includes two dedicated home theater power outlets. Located in the award-winning Capistrano Unified School District (Esencia K–8, San Juan Hills High), this home offers access to exceptional community amenities including resort-style pools, fitness centers, hiking and biking trails, a coffee house, arcade, clubhouse rentals, EV charging stations, NEV access, and the Ranch Ride shuttle. All just minutes from beautiful beaches, shopping, and dining. Enjoy lower HOA and Mello Roos fees compared to newer RMV neighborhoods.