#OC25054517, Twilla King, Listing office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
#OC25137799·
Listing office: Regency Real Estate Brokers·
Listing agent: Sara Martin·
Listing office phone: 949-872-4155
$715,000 List price
36 Via Madera Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
2 beds
2 full, 1 partial
1,231 sqft
$581 / sqft
Condo
Property details
About 36 Via Madera
Stunning & Stylish, Great Value! Located in the highly desirable Melinda Heights neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita, known for its scenic parks, hiking trails, and top-rated schools. This beautifully updated two-bedroom, three-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and functionality. Enjoy a private entrance to this entry-level floor plan, offering direct access from the attached garage. The main living area is on the entry level, while both bedrooms and an upstairs office nook provide a peaceful retreat. Interior highlights include a tastefully remodeled kitchen, new flooring throughout, and a stylish updated primary bathroom with a clean, modern finish. The private backyard is ideal for entertaining, relaxing, or letting pets and kids play. Residents enjoy Cabo Vista’s resort-style amenities, including a spa tub, pool, and clubhouse, plus full access to the SAMLARC master HOA amenities—featuring seasonally heated pools, the Lago Santa Margarita Beach Club, parks, and scenic trails. Priced to sell—this is one you don’t want to miss!
Highlights
Home typeCondominium
HeatingCentral
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)
(Pending)
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size1,231 sqft
Year built1993
ParkingDirect Access, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Guest, On Site, Unassigned
MLS #OC25137799
Attached garage1 space
FireplaceGas, Living Room
ViewNeighborhood
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Storage, All Bedrooms Up, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Gas, Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Direct Access, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Guest, On Site, Unassigned
- View: Neighborhood
- Exterior: Lighting
- Architectural Style: Mediterranean, Spanish
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric
- List Price: $715,000
- Price/SqFt: $580
- HOA Amount: $87 Monthly
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,973
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Back Yard
- Directions: From Santa Margarita Parkway, turn onto Melinda Road, then turn left onto Via Arribo, then left in Via Madera
- Year Built: 1993
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,231 SqFt
- MLS Number: OC25137799
- MLS Name: CRMLS
- Office Name: Regency Real Estate Brokers
- Office Phone: (949) 872-4155
- Listing Agent: Sara Martin
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 15, 2015 | Home Sold | $410,000 |
| May 11, 2012 | Home Sold | $250,000 |
| Jul 28, 2005 | Home Sold | $450,000 |
| Jul 26, 2004 | Home Sold | $450,000 |
| Nov 15, 1991 | Home Sold | $156,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $475,837 | $4,973 |
| 2023 | $466,507 | $4,858 |
| 2022 | $457,360 | $4,778 |
| 2021 | $448,393 | $4,653 |
| 2020 | $443,796 | $4,653 |
| 2019 | $435,095 | $5,619 |
| 2018 | $426,564 | $5,619 |
| 2017 | $418,200 | $5,889 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Melinda Heights Elementary School
Public District KG-6
0.9 mi
•21001 Rancho Trabuco
5
Del Lago Elementary School
Public District KG-6
1.8 mi
•27181 Entidad
7
Arroyo Vista Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.8 mi
•23371 Arroyo Vis
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 $89,154. Typical income of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are married, with kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
13%
<35k
44%
35k-100k
33%
100k-200k
10%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
29%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
23%
Married, No Kids
38%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
18%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
5%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hiking/backpacking
Men's Tennis- Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Nordstrom Rack
Crate & Barrel
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
The Cheesecake Factory
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Audi
Volvo
BMW
What do the neighbors listen to?
Alternative
News
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 36 Via Madera
The listing price of 36 Via Madera property is $715,000.
The property 36 Via Madera is a condo located in Rancho Santa Margarita, California, 92688.
Sale Pending: 36 Via Madera is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.
The nearby schools for 36 Via Madera are: Melinda Heights Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Del Lago Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Arroyo Vista Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Arroyo Vista Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), 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 $4,973 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on December 15, 2015 for $410,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 36 Via Madera has 2 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 36 Via Madera is 1,231 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 36 Via Madera is 1993.
This home is located at 36 Via Madera in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and zip code 92688 in the Rancho Trabuco neighborhood. This 1,231 square foot home was built in 1993. Features: 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 19, 2025 and is currently priced at $715,000.
In June 2025 more than 13 listings in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 9 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 26 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA decreased by 0.5% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 23 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $1,065,000 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.