About 38 Via Brida
GORGEOUS MELINDA HEIGHTS HOME W 4 BEDROOMS + LOFT, looks like a MODEL HOME! Welcome to this beautifully customized home in the highly desirable Melinda Heights community of Rancho Santa Margarita! Thoughtfully reimagined by the owners, this residence now offers 4 spacious bedrooms plus a versatile loft, perfect for a home office, playroom, or media space. Downstairs, a wall has been removed to create a bright, open-concept floor plan that seamlessly connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas—ideal for entertaining family and friends. The home has been freshly updated throughout with new paint, new flooring, dual-pane windows, stylish window framing, 3.5” baseboards, and elegant crown molding. The remodeled Primary Suite provides a luxurious retreat with its upgraded bathroom finishes. Additional features include a convenient Murphy bed (included with the home), rain gutters, newer air conditioning system, and built-in storage cabinetry in both the kitchen and garage. Step outside and enjoy the custom outdoor living space, complete with an inviting fireplace and a built-in BBQ with direct gas connection—perfect for weekend gatherings and sunset dinners. Situated within walking distance to the Blue Ribbon Melinda Heights Elementary School and close to two large parks and community pools, this home offers the perfect balance of comfort and convenience. Residents also enjoy access to the Santa Margarita Lake and Beach Club, which features four Jr. Olympic-sized pools, tennis, pickleball, basketball and volleyball courts, plus baseball and soccer fields. This is more than a home—it’s a lifestyle opportunity in one of South Orange County’s most sought-after neighborhoods!
Features of 38 Via Brida
| MLS® # | OC25237195 |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,299,990 |
| Sold Price | $1,290,000 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 3.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 2,170 |
| Lot Sqft | 3,956 |
| Acres | 0.09 |
| Year Built | 1993 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Status | Closed |
| # Of Units | 1 |
Community Information
| Address | 38 Via Brida |
|---|---|
| Area | MEH - Melinda Heights |
| City | Rancho Santa Margarita |
| County | Orange |
| Zip Code | 92688 |
Amenities
| Amenities | Dog Park, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Recreation Room, Tennis Court(s), Other Courts, Sport Court |
|---|---|
| Utilities | Electricity Available, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected |
| Parking Spaces | 4 |
| Parking | Garage, Direct Access, Driveway, On Street, Private |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Garages | Garage, Direct Access, Driveway, On Street, Private |
| View | Mountain(s), Neighborhood |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | Yes |
| Pool | Association |
Interior
| Interior | Carpet, Vinyl |
|---|---|
| Interior Features | Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, All Bedrooms Up, Walk-In Closet(s), Breakfast Area, Crown Molding, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Wired for Sound |
| Appliances | Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Water Heater, Gas Oven, SixBurnerStove, Water To Refrigerator |
| Heating | Central, Forced Air |
| Cooling | Central Air, Attic Fan, Whole House Fan |
| Has Basement | No |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Outside, Family Room, Raised Hearth |
| # of Stories | 2 |
| Stories | Two |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Barbecue |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinkler System, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Near Park, Street Level |
| Windows | Blinds, Double Pane Windows |
School Information
| District | Saddleback Valley Unified |
|---|---|
| Elementary | Melinda Heights |
| Middle | Rancho Santa Margarita |
| High | Trabuco Hills |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | October 11th, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Date Sold | December 23rd, 2025 |
| Days on Market | 23 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
| HOA Fees | 87 |
| HOA Fees Freq. | Monthly |
Listing Details
| Agent | Marisa Whitaker |
|---|---|
| Office | Regency Real Estate Brokers |