#OC25081473, Jill Dalby, Listing Office: Primary Capital

3 Tierra Plano Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Property details
About 3 Tierra Plano
Step into this beautifully updated townhome in the sought-after Melinda Heights community of Rancho Santa Margarita. Set on a private corner lot with scenic views of the hills and mature trees, this light-filled home lives like a single-family residence. A charming front courtyard welcomes you, while the spacious back patio offers a perfect setting for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining. Step inside to find soaring two-story ceiling and walls of windows with plantation shutters in the light and bright living room with fireplace. Flowing seamlessly into the updated kitchen which is both stylish and functional with a gas range, breakfast bar, pantry, quartz countertops and recessed lighting. The open dining area overlooks the courtyard and living room. A main level full bedroom with access to the patio, updated full bathroom and inside laundry area is ideal for guests or multi-generational living. Upstairs, two spacious primary suites offer privacy and comfort, each with en-suite bathrooms and generous closet space. With a direct-access two-car garage with plenty of storage space and located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this is a must-see home. Community amenities are top-notch—pool, spa, tennis, pickleball, splash park, beach club, and miles of trails. Walking distance to Melinda Heights Elementary and Altisima Park. Peaceful, private, and move-in ready—this home blends style, function, and the best of SoCal living.
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Flooring Type: Laminate, Vinyl
- Interior: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Bedroom on Main Level, Multiple Primary Suites
- Fireplace: Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Direct Access, Garage, One Space, On Street
- View: Hills, Mountain(s), Neighborhood
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $899,000
- Price/SqFt: $660
- HOA Amount: $518
- HOA Frequency: Monthly
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,431
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Greenbelt
- Directions: Melinda Road to Rancho Trabuco
- Year Built: 1997
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,361 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.7494 Acres
- MLS Number: PW25087946
- MLS Name: CRMLS
- Office Name: Caliber Real Estate Group
- Office Phone: (714) 721-1035
- Listing Agent: Stephanie Rezac
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Jan 31, 2002 | Home Sold | $279,000 |
Apr 03, 1998 | Home Sold | $168,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $136,978 | $1,431 |
2023 | $134,293 | $1,397 |
2022 | $131,660 | $1,373 |
2021 | $129,079 | $1,317 |
2020 | $127,756 | $1,335 |
2019 | $125,251 | $1,906 |
2018 | $122,796 | $1,906 |
2017 | $120,389 | $2,118 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Melinda Heights Elementary School
Public District KG-6
0.2 mi
•21001 Rancho Trabuco
7
Trabuco Elementary School
Public District KG-6
1.5 mi
•31052 Trabuco Canyon Rd
5
Cielo Vista Elementary School
Public District KG-6
1.8 mi
•21811 Avenida De Los Fundado
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $96,196. The majority of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is married, with kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 3 Tierra Plano
The listing price of 3 Tierra Plano property is $899,000.
The property 3 Tierra Plano is a townhouse located in Rancho Santa Margarita, California, 92688.
Active Listing: 3 Tierra Plano is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 3 Tierra Plano are: Melinda Heights Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Trabuco Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Cielo Vista Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Arroyo Vista Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Oxford Preparatory Academy - South Orange County (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Trabuco Hills High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), El Toro High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Svusd Virtual Academy (Alternative) (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $1,431 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on January 31, 2002 for $279,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 3 Tierra Plano has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 3 Tierra Plano is 1,361 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 3 Tierra Plano is 1997.
This home is located at 3 Tierra Plano in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and zip code 92688 in the Rancho Trabuco neighborhood. This 1,361 square foot home, which was built in 1997, sits on a 0.75 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 22, 2025 and is currently priced at $899,000.
In April 2025, from all listings sold in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA there were more than 14 sold above asking price, over 21 sold below and more than 13 were sold right at the asked price. Between March and April 2025, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 2.8%. In April 2025 median list price was $1,084,750 and the average listing age was 30 days.