Step into this beautifully reimagined Melinda Heights home with breathtaking mountain views, where every detail has been thoughtfully updated to create a modern and inviting retreat. Recently remodeled from top to bottom, the home showcases brand new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, fresh interior and exterior paint, and updated cabinetry with all new fresh paint. Complemented by lighting, the updates bring a fresh sophistication to every space. Set on a larger lot than many in the area, the home welcomes you with a private front courtyard and an extended two-car garage with a long driveway, offering both charm and practicality. The highly sought-after floorplan includes a main floor full bedroom and bath, perfect for guests or multi-generational living. Soaring ceilings and expansive windows bring in an abundance of natural lighting, while a cozy gas fireplace with a built-in entertainment niche anchors the living room. The kitchen blends charm with functionality, featuring new kitchen faucet, stainless appliances, and freshly painted cabinets. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers dual wardrobe closets with custom built-ins, along with an en suite bath featuring dual vanities, a large soaking tub and shower combo. Two additional bedrooms complete the second level, providing plenty of space for family or work-from-home flexibility. Step outside to your private backyard oasis—perfect for entertaining or quiet evenings. A covered patio, built-in barbecue, and large island bar set the stage for gatherings with beautifully landscaped grounds. Ideally located across from award-winning Melinda Heights Elementary and Altisima Park, you’ll enjoy access to association amenities including a pool, tennis and basketball courts, and soccer fields. This is more than a home—it’s a lifestyle, thoughtfully updated and move-in ready.
Property Details
Price:
$1,249,000
MLS #:
OC25172004
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
3
Address:
18 Via Trompeta
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Brisa Ladera BL
Neighborhood:
mehmelindaheights
City:
Rancho Santa Margarita
Listed Date:
Aug 1, 2025
State:
CA
Finished Sq Ft:
1,700
ZIP:
92688
Lot Size:
5,780 sqft / 0.13 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1992
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Schools
School District:
Saddleback Valley Unified
Elementary School:
Melinda Heights
Middle School:
Rancho Santa Margarita
High School:
Trabuco Hills
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace Features
Living Room, Gas
Flooring
Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Heating
Central, Fireplace(s)
Interior Features
Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Tile Counters, Two Story Ceilings
Window Features
Double Pane Windows, Screens
Exterior
Association Amenities
Pickleball, Pool, Barbecue, Tennis Court(s), Clubhouse
Community Features
Biking, Curbs, Fishing, Foothills, Hiking, Lake, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban
Exterior Features
Barbecue Private
Fencing
Wood
Foundation Details
Slab
Garage Spaces
2.00
Lot Features
Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Park Nearby, Yard
Parking Features
Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage – Two Door, Garage Door Opener
Parking Spots
6.00
Pool Features
Association
Roof
Tile
Security Features
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Sewer
Public Sewer
Spa Features
None
Stories Total
2
View
Mountain(s), Neighborhood
Water Source
Public
Financial
Association Fee
125.00
HOA Name
Brisa Ladera
Utilities
Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Map
Community
- Address18 Via Trompeta Rancho Santa Margarita CA
- AreaMEH – Melinda Heights
- SubdivisionBrisa Ladera (BL)
- CityRancho Santa Margarita
- CountyOrange
- Zip Code92688
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18 Via Trompeta
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
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