36 Via Madera Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,231
Sq Ft
$603/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- In Ground Pool
- Updated Kitchen
- Community Lake
- Melinda Heights Elementary School Rated A-
- Open Floorplan
- Clubhouse
About This Home
As of August 2025Stunning & 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!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Regency Real Estate Brokers Brokerage Phone: 949-872-4155 License #02211932 Listed on: 06/19/2025
Co-Listed By
REGENCY REAL ESTATE BROKERS Brokerage Phone: 949-872-4155 License #01872856
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,973
Year Built
- Built in 1993 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- Two or More Common Walls
- Private Yard
- Back Yard
HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- Parking Available
- Front Facing Garage
- Guest Parking
- Unassigned Parking
Home Design
- Spanish Architecture
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Spanish Tile Roof
- Clay Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,231 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Fireplace
- Drapes & Rods
- Blinds
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Storage
- Neighborhood Views
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Convection Oven
- Gas Oven
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Quartz Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- All Upper Level Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Home Security
Accessible Home Design
- More Than Two Accessible Exits
- Accessible Parking
Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Heated Spa
- In Ground Spa
Schools
- Melinda Heights Elementary School
- Rancho Santa Margarita Middle School
- Trabucco Hills High School
Additional Features
- Exterior Lighting
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 3
- Tax Tract Number 14220
- Assessor Parcel Number 93374417
- Seller Considering Concessions
Community Details
Overview
- 204 Units
- Samlarc Association, Phone Number (949) 709-0010
- Secondary HOA Phone (855) 333-5149
- Cabo Vista Subdivision, Model 3 Floorplan
- Community Lake
Amenities
- Community Barbecue Grill
- Picnic Area
- Clubhouse
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Pickleball Courts
- Community Playground
- Community Pool
- Community Spa
- Park
- Water Sports
- Hiking Trails
- Bike Trail
Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Fire Sprinkler System
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 19, 2025
Closed on
Jul 3, 2025
Sold by
Sapolu Family Trust and Sapolu Luke K
Bought by
Garcia Ghelyn Patriziah G and Garcia Lauro Gelino
Seller's Agent
Sara Martin
Regency Real Estate Brokers
Buyer's Agent
ALYSSA BARRETTO
HOUZERZ
List Price
$715,000
Sold Price
$745,000
Premium/Discount to List
$30,000
4.2%
Views
40
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-43.22%
Original Mortgage
$22,350
Outstanding Balance
$22,350
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$689,667
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 19, 2024
Sold by
Sapolu Luke and Sapolu Stephanie
Bought by
Sapolu Family Trust and Sapolu
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 2, 2015
Closed on
Nov 19, 2015
Sold by
Gasparutti Douglas and Achziger Morgan
Bought by
Sapolu Luke and Sapolu Stephanie
Seller's Agent
Sean Grange
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Joe Criscione
Falcon Investment and Loans, Inc.
List Price
$410,000
Sold Price
$410,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.84%
Original Mortgage
$402,573
Interest Rate
3.71%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 22, 2012
Closed on
Mar 23, 2012
Sold by
Pnc Bank National Association
Bought by
Gasparutti Douglas and Achziger Morgan
Seller's Agent
Bart Smith
RVP Realty Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Chris Chu
SRG Properties
List Price
$239,900
Sold Price
$250,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,100
4.21%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.73%
Original Mortgage
$243,662
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 13, 2012
Sold by
Bench Allen and Bench Jennifer
Bought by
Pnc Bank National Association
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 27, 2005
Sold by
Mcgetrick Evelyn and Mcgetrick Michael S
Bought by
Bench Allen and Bench Jennifer
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$90,000
Interest Rate
5.51%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 7, 2004
Sold by
Warkentien James E and Warkentien Linda L
Bought by
Mcgetrick Michael S and Mcgetrick Evelyn
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 11, 2002
Sold by
Warkentien Rick R and Warkentien Deborah Evans
Bought by
Warkentien James E and Warkentien Linda L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$195,000
Interest Rate
6.69%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 9, 2001
Sold by
Warkentien Deborah Evans and Warkentien Rick R
Bought by
Warkentien Rick R and Warkentien Deborah Evans
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$35,000
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $745,000 | Orange Coast Title | |
| Grant Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Grant Deed | $410,000 | First American Title | |
| Grant Deed | $250,000 | Lsi Title Company Inc | |
| Trustee Deed | $227,606 | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $450,000 | Alliance Title | |
| Grant Deed | $450,000 | First Southwestern Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | $230,000 | Lawyers Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | North American Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $22,350 | FHA | |
| Open | $722,650 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $403,551 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $402,573 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $243,662 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $90,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $360,000 | Stand Alone First | |
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $188,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $195,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $35,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/04/2025 08/04/25 | Sold | $745,000 | +4.2% | $605 / Sq Ft |
| 07/02/2025 07/02/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/19/2025 06/19/25 | For Sale | $715,000 | +74.4% | $581 / Sq Ft |
| 12/15/2015 12/15/15 | Sold | $410,000 | 0.0% | $333 / Sq Ft |
| 11/18/2015 11/18/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/02/2015 11/02/15 | For Sale | $410,000 | +64.0% | $333 / Sq Ft |
| 05/11/2012 05/11/12 | Sold | $250,000 | +4.2% | $200 / Sq Ft |
| 03/16/2012 03/16/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/22/2012 02/22/12 | For Sale | $239,900 | -- | $192 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,973 | $485,353 | $336,600 | $148,753 |
| 2024 | $4,973 | $475,837 | $330,000 | $145,837 |
| 2023 | $4,859 | $466,507 | $323,529 | $142,978 |
| 2022 | $4,779 | $457,360 | $317,185 | $140,175 |
| 2021 | $4,654 | $448,393 | $310,966 | $137,427 |
| 2020 | $4,653 | $443,796 | $307,778 | $136,018 |
| 2019 | $5,136 | $435,095 | $301,744 | $133,351 |
| 2018 | $5,619 | $426,564 | $295,827 | $130,737 |
| 2017 | $5,890 | $418,200 | $290,026 | $128,174 |
| 2016 | $5,870 | $410,000 | $284,339 | $125,661 |
| 2015 | $3,857 | $261,275 | $136,086 | $125,189 |
| 2014 | $3,816 | $256,157 | $133,420 | $122,737 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Sara Martin
Seller's Agent in 2025
Sara Martin
Regency Real Estate Brokers
(949) 872-4155
1 in this area
3 Total Sales
-
William Scott
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
William Scott
REGENCY REAL ESTATE BROKERS
(949) 697-8795
41 in this area
102 Total Sales
-
ALYSSA BARRETTO
Buyer's Agent in 2025
ALYSSA BARRETTO
HOUZERZ
(909) 536-1162
1 in this area
39 Total Sales
-
Sean Grange
Seller's Agent in 2015
Sean Grange
Compass
(714) 366-5292
67 Total Sales
-
Joe Criscione
J
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Joe Criscione
Falcon Investment and Loans, Inc.
(714) 493-9603
2 Total Sales
-
Bart Smith
B
Seller's Agent in 2012
Bart Smith
RVP Realty Inc.
(714) 624-1537
15 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OC25137799
APN: 933-744-17
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