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3118 S Rita Way sold on August 16, 2023 for $1,390,000. The details are below for reference.

Single Family ResidenceSold · Aug 16, 2023

3118 S Rita Way, Santa Ana, CA 92704

  • 5 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 2,208 sq ft
  • 6,100 sq ft lot
  • Built 1968

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$1,390,000

MLS# OC23119388

The home

About 3118 S Rita Way

Experience vacation vibes right here in South Coast Metro. This remarkable home artfully blends the convenience of modern living, located just minutes from buzzy South Coast Plaza, with the attention to detail of that of a boutique hotel in the tropics.

 

Meticulously maintained authentic Hawaiian landscaping and dusk to dawn lighting frame the exterior of the home, providing spectacular curb appeal and welcoming guests to the main entrance through a custom double-door entry. Cathedral ceilings featuring open beams to match the open floorplan create a breathtaking entrance with immediate views through to the sparkling pool. New light-wood-finished, water resistant engineered flooring throughout both stories of the house.

Unique resort-style home offers a rare Separate Studio equipped w/ its own entrance, a full bath and kitchenette/breakfast bar area perfect for passive income as a rental or for accommodating extended family and guests. Each of the primary living areas feature fireplaces for entertaining and large picture windows (dual-paned Milgard warrantied windows throughout) to keep the lush landscaping within view. Recently remodeled kitchen features Samsung appliances, Quartz countertops, an island built with storage, and a dining nook that overlooks the backyard & Pool. Recently resurfaced pool & spa, multiple covered patios and lounging nooks accented with impeccable vegetation.

 

Second level, the transformed primary suite w/ contemporary open concept ensuite. Calcutta marble covers the expansive ensuite from the water closet with TOTO smart toilet/bidet through to the double vanity area and into the shower room which is accented by dual rain shower heads & custom lighting. Modern suite is further accentuated by a stunning, walk-in closet w/ custom shelving, hanging racks & drawers w/ room to display & store an entire wardrobe.

 

Other highlights include recessed LED lighting in all rooms, smart home controls for new HVAC via NEST & keyless Wi-Fi main entrance, security system, New Garage Door, Armor-Tec Exterior Coating, Aluminum Overhead Patio w/ Electricity, 8 Paid Solar Panels, New Electrical Panel & outlets, Lifetime Warranty Roof Tiles, Warrantied Whole House Pipe Restoration, Reflective Heat Shield in Attic, NO MELLO ROOS & NO HOA. Located in the Heart of OC and minutes of South Coast Plaza, Crystal Court, OC Beaches, Airport, Freeway access, world-class dining, theaters and so much more. Nearly $300,000 in upgrades invested.

Property details for 3118 S Rita Way

This 5-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in Santa Ana in Orange County. It has 2,208 square feet of living space on a 6,100-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1968. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 412-022-04. Highlights include a private pool and spa, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, central air, an updated home, and contemporary architecture.

Specifications

Home Details

General Features

Property Type
Single Family Residence
MLS Number
OC23119388
Year Built
1968
Living Area (sq ft)
2,208
Living Area Source
Assessor
Lot Size (sq ft)
6,100
Lot Size (acres)
0.14
Levels
Two
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
3
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
4
View
Pool
Private Pool
Yes
Parcel Number
41202204
On Market Date
2023-07-06
Zoning
R1
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Interior Features
Wet Bar, Built In Features, Breakfast Area, Block Walls, Ceiling Fans, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, In Law Floorplan, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Storage, Bar, Bedroom On Main Level, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
Flooring
Laminate
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Masonry
Laundry
In Garage
Main Level Bedrooms
1
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Entry Level
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls
Windows
Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows
Doors
Double Door Entry

Exterior Features

Architectural Style
Contemporary
Roof
Composition, Shingle, Synthetic
Construction
Drywall, Frame, Concrete, Stucco
Foundation
Slab
Lot Features
Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System, Sloped Up, Yard
Patio and Porch
Covered, Patio, Stone
Parking
Concrete, Door Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Side By Side
Pool Features
Filtered, Gunite, Gas Heat, Heated, In Ground, Lap, Private
Spa
Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Private
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Utilities
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Condition
Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
Units
1

Community Features

Community Features
Curbs, Gutters, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Sidewalks
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Firewalls, Smoke Detectors

The record

Property History for 3118 S Rita Way

DateEventPriceNote
Aug 16, 2023 Sold $1,390,000
Aug 12, 2023 Status changed to Pending From Active Under Contract
Jul 20, 2023 Status changed to Active Under Contract From Active
Jul 6, 2023 Status changed to Active From Coming Soon
Jul 6, 2023 Listed for sale $1,445,000
Jul 14, 2021 Sold $1,000,000 First Team Real Estate

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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 3118 S Rita Way

We looked up this home's map point in public government maps. These facts are not part of the MLS listing.

Hazard zones

Flood zone

Zone X. Outside FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area.

FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, FIRM panel 06059C0259J effective December 3, 2009. Checked October 15, 2026.

Fire hazard severity zone

Not in a fire hazard severity zone on the State Fire Marshal's map.

CAL FIRE, State Fire Marshal map for Local Responsibility Areas, March 24, 2025. Checked October 15, 2026.

Earthquake fault zone

Outside the Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones.

California Geological Survey, Earthquake Fault Zones map, Newport Beach quadrangle, released July 1, 1986. Checked October 15, 2026.

Liquefaction zone

Inside a Seismic Hazard Zone for liquefaction.

California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Newport Beach quadrangle, released April 15, 1998. Checked October 15, 2026.

Landslide zone

Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.

California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Newport Beach quadrangle, released April 15, 1998. Checked October 15, 2026.

Internet and charging

Fixed internet

Cable: Spectrum, up to 1,000 Mbps, at 38 of 38 residential locations in this census block. DSL: AT&T, up to 100 Mbps, at 38 of 38. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 1,000 Mbps, at 37 of 38.

FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590741113013, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.

EV charging

Nearest public charger 0.2 miles away (Electrify America, 1 Level 2 and 3 DC fast ports). 870 public charging ports within 3 miles.

U.S. Department of Energy, Alternative Fuels Data Center. Straight-line distance. Checked October 15, 2026.

These facts are for the listing's map point, which can sit off the lot. A zone line can also cross a lot, and agencies revise their maps. In cities, the fire zone line follows the State Fire Marshal's 2025 map; each city adopts its own map and may add areas. These lines are not a Natural Hazard Disclosure. Check the official maps and the seller's disclosures before you rely on them. Sources for the earthquake zone lines: Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones (2025). Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Seismic Hazard Zones (2025).

Official maps

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Median price
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Median days on market
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Median per sq ft
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School District for 3118 S Rita Way

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The MLS record lists the school district as Santa Ana Unified.

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Listed by Adam Alcaraz of Coldwell Banker Realty

Listing information updated Aug 16, 2023 at 3:16 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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