Melinda Heights (MEH) Homes with Two Levels Stories

Melinda Heights (MEH) Homes with Two Levels Stories

Welcome to Melinda Heights, a serene and picturesque neighborhood nestled in the heart of Rancho Santa Margarita, California. This charming enclave in Orange County offers a perfect blend of suburban tranquility and vibrant community life, making it an ideal place for families, professionals, and retirees alike.

Melinda Heights is renowned for its stunning landscapes, featuring rolling hills and lush greenery that create a picturesque backdrop for daily living. The area boasts a variety of parks, walking trails, and recreational facilities, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities and family fun. The community is also home to top-rated schools, ensuring that educational excellence is just around the corner.

One of the standout features of Melinda Heights is its diverse selection of homes, particularly those with two levels. These spacious two-story residences offer an abundance of living space, perfect for growing families or those who enjoy entertaining. With open floor plans, modern amenities, and beautiful architectural designs, these homes provide both comfort and style. Many properties also feature private yards and patios, where you can unwind and soak up the California sunshine.

In addition to its beautiful homes, Melinda Heights is conveniently located near shopping, dining, and entertainment options, making everyday errands a breeze. With easy access to major highways, commuting to nearby cities is simple and efficient.

Come discover the charm of Melinda Heights, where community spirit meets beautiful living spaces, and make this delightful neighborhood your new home!

Newest Melinda Heights (MEH) Homes with Two Levels Stories

21 Arcilla, Rancho Santa Margarita
$1,374,900
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ OC26175162 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Welcome to 21 Arcilla, a beautifully updated home tucked away on a desirable cul-de-sac in the sought-after Melinda Heights community of Rancho Santa Margarita. Offering 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and a versatile floor plan, this move-in-ready home combines fresh modern finishes with comfortable Southern California living. Step inside to soaring vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light and a bright, open feel enhanced by fresh white paint, new luxury vinyl flooring and baseboards throughout the main level, plantation shutters, recessed lighting and updated light fixtures. The flexible downstairs bedroom is ideal for guests, a home office or multigenerational living and is conveniently located next to a completely remodeled full bathroom featuring a new shower, vanity with quartz countertop, mirror and fixtures. At the heart of the home is the beautifully remodeled kitchen, featuring crisp white cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a new dishwasher and stove, generous prep and storage space, and a stylish beverage bar. The kitchen flows effortlessly into the surrounding living and dining areas, creating an inviting space for both everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite is joined by two additional bedrooms, while thoughtful features throughout the home include plantation shutters, recessed lighting, a dining room ceiling fan, interior laundry and direct access to the three-car garage. Step outside to a private backyard designed for easy enjoyment, with low-maintenance synthetic grass, mature surroundings and a covered patio that extends the living space outdoors—perfect for dining, entertaining or simply relaxing. Located near Melinda Heights Elementary and offering access to SAMLARC’s extensive network of parks, pools, trails and recreational amenities, 21 Arcilla delivers the combination buyers are looking for: an exceptional location, thoughtful upgrades, flexible living space and the opportunity to enjoy everything Rancho Santa Margarita has to offer. This is one you’ll want to see in person.

21 Arcilla, Rancho Santa Margarita
44 Tierra Montanosa, Rancho Santa Margarita
$899,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ OC26156405 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Melinda Heights, NO ROAD NOISE. PEACEFUL SETTING. 3 FULL Baths! Rancho Santa Margarita At Its Best! Review the attached supplements for the full list of upgrades & Watch the 3D tour to see it all come together before you even walk in the door. This is the ONE! A rare, expansive wrap-around private patio - your own outdoor sanctuary framed by a brick-and-stone planter wall, with a separate gated entrance to the backyard. Room to lounge, entertain, and unwind in complete serenity, with far more private outdoor living space than many in the community. — this home has been renovated top to bottom, and the numbers speak for themselves. Downstairs, a bedroom suite with its own full bath and laundry opens directly onto that show-stopping patio - perfect for guests, multigenerational living, or a private home office. The kitchen has been fully reimagined with a Bosch 800 Series dishwasher, Samsung smart refrigerator and oven, quartz countertops, and recessed lighting. PLUS a whole-house Filtersorb Puragain water filtration system with a 6-stage alkaline drinking water tap. Every bathroom has been upgraded with sleek, low-flush, single-piece toilets to custom counters with molded sinks! Upstairs, two stunning primary suites deliver rare flexibility: the first with high ceilings, a closet with custom doors, a custom made shoe closet w/ separate spaces and a spa-like renovated walk-in shower that is a fully tiled European rain shower. Shower and Toilet are separated by a custom barn door. The primary bath also features custom double vanity, and smart mirrors. The second Primary features vaulted ceilings, walk-in closet, its own bath/shower. The upgrades don't stop there: New luxury lighting throughout, a newer HVAC system, an automatic sprinkler system, a fully installed garage EV charger, and a whole-home Vivint security system — cameras, sensors, and glass-break detection, equipment (paid for). The HOA has just repainted the exterior, repaved the roads, and replaced the garage doors — the whole community is looking sharp. Step outside your door and into SAMLARC living at its best: 13 parks, sport courts, hiking and biking trails, Saddleback Mountain views, and the beach club at Lake Rancho Santa Margarita. Zoned for award-winning Melinda Heights Elementary and Trabuco Hills High, with shopping and dining just minutes away. No Mello-Roos. Turnkey. Upgraded top to bottom. New HOA Statement for 2026-2027: HOA FEES REMAIN UNCHANGED!!!

44 Tierra Montanosa, Rancho Santa Margarita
54 Paseo Viento, Rancho Santa Margarita
$840,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ OC26148993 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status
DETACHED CONDOMINIUM *** Unlike an attached condominium, this detached residence may qualify for streamlined or waived condominium project review under certain conventional financing guidelines, including applicable Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac requirements. Buyer and buyer’s lender to independently verify financing and project eligibility ***. Offering the privacy, comfort, and feel of a single-family residence with no shared living walls, this inviting two-story home features 2 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a versatile upstairs loft ideal for a home office or study, an attached 2-car garage with 2 car driveway, and a generously sized private backyard with no rear neighbors. Step inside to a light-filled, open-concept floor plan designed for comfortable everyday living and effortless entertaining. The well-appointed kitchen offers attractive cabinetry, quality appliances, a pantry, and a window overlooking the backyard, while the adjoining dining area flows seamlessly to the outdoor patio, creating the indoor-outdoor lifestyle Southern California is famous for. A convenient powder room completes the main level. Thoughtfully updated for today’s homeowner, this move-in-ready residence showcases smart-home, comfort, and energy-efficient improvements, including an Ecobee® Wi-Fi smart thermostat with an upstairs comfort sensor, a smartphone-controlled Rain Bird® irrigation system, an LG ThinQ® smart washer & dryer on pedestals, 220V EV Charging Outlet, dual-pane tinted windows & Wood Flooring throughout, a new rain gutter with leaf guard over the patio, an outdoor shower, a custom dog door integrated into the sliding glass door, perfect for your four-legged family member. Enjoy low HOA dues while experiencing Rancho Sta Margarita's exceptional lifestyle, including access to four community pools, spa, tennis courts, pickleball courts, basketball courts, beautiful parks, miles of scenic hiking and biking trails, and the picturesque Lake & recreation area. Ideally located within the attendance area of highly regarded schools and just minutes from shopping, restaurants, entertainment, the 241 Toll Road, and countless outdoor recreation opportunities, this exceptional home offers the perfect blend of privacy, technology, comfort, and convenience. Wake up to bright mornings, spend your afternoons enjoying the nearby trails, parks, pools, or RSM lake. Homes offering this combination of detached living, smart-home upgrades, a private backyard are a rare find

54 Paseo Viento, Rancho Santa Margarita
42 La Sordina, Rancho Santa Margarita
$1,250,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ OC26137113 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status
Welcome to this beautifully upgraded 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home in the highly desirable Melinda Heights community of Rancho Santa Margarita. Offering approximately 2,200 square feet of living space, this home features soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and an open-concept floor plan designed for comfortable living and entertaining. The spacious living room with fireplace flows seamlessly into the kitchen and dining area, complete with stainless steel appliances, a large center island, and access to a newer deck perfect for outdoor dining. The desirable floor plan includes a main-level primary suite featuring dual vanities, a soaking tub, separate shower, and walk-in closet. Downstairs, you'll find three additional bedrooms and a versatile bonus room with direct backyard access—ideal as a playroom, media room, office, or second living space. The private backyard offers lush grass, a spacious patio, and mature lemon and lime trees. Additional highlights include a PEX repipe, interior paint, newer deck, and a three-car garage. Enjoy access to Melinda Heights and SAMLARC amenities, including pools, parks, pickleball courts, sports facilities, the Beach Club, and scenic RSM Lake. Conveniently located near award-winning schools, shopping, dining, O'Neill Regional Park, and the 241 Toll Road. No Mello-Roos and low HOA. Experience the best of Rancho Santa Margarita living!

42 La Sordina, Rancho Santa Margarita
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