$1,039,000
3Beds3Baths1,574SqFt
21 Calle VeranoRancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688California Tesoro
42 Via Brida, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,818 sq ft
- 4,003 sq ft lot
- Built 1991
$1,039,000
Subdivision Melinda Margarita
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The home
About 42 Via Brida
Welcome to Rancho Santa Margarita! Located in the highly desirable Melinda Heights area, this beautifully maintained two-story home is situated in the Cresta Vista community and offers a light, bright, and inviting atmosphere. High ceilings and abundant natural light create an open, airy feel, while elegant wooden shutters add warmth and style throughout the home. The residence features 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, 1 three-quarter bathroom, and a convenient half bathroom, providing flexibility for everyday living and entertaining. A private rear patio offers a peaceful outdoor retreat—perfect for morning coffee, dining al fresco, or relaxing at the end of the day. Additional features include a 2-car attached garage and a dedicated laundry room with a utility sink for added convenience. The front of the home makes a wonderful first impression with a beautifully landscaped walkway and manicured planter boxes, creating an inviting entrance. Residents enjoy the benefits of SAMLARC's exceptional recreational amenities, including multiple pools, parks, sports courts, walking and hiking trails, and the Lago Santa Margarita Beach Club. Conveniently located near Solana Park and surrounded by the outdoor amenities Rancho Santa Margarita is known for, this home offers a comfortable lifestyle in an attractive and well-maintained community. Come discover all this home and its sought-after location have to offer!
Property details for 42 Via Brida
This 3-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Melinda Margarita neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County. It offers 1,818 square feet of living space and is listed at $1,039,000, about $572 per square foot. The home was built in 1991. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 836-574-01. Highlights include a community pool, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, a 4,003-square-foot lot, and central air. The detail sections on this page cover interior and exterior features, estimated taxes, HOA dues where they apply, and the map location.
Specifications
Home Details
At a glance
- Price
- $1,039,000
- Days On Site
- New Today
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,818 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 4,003 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1991
- MLS® Number
- OC26185636
- Status
- Coming Soon
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $191 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26185636
- Year Built
- 1991
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,818
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 4,004
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.0919
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- View
- None
- HOA Dues
- $100
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Vista Norte
- Parcel Number
- 83657401
- Listing Terms
- Standard, Trust
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Built In Features, High Ceilings, Quartz Counters, Unfurnished, All Bedrooms Up
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Den, Gas Starter
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Shutters
- Doors
- Sliding Doors
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room
Exterior Features
- Roof
- Tile
- Construction
- Drywall, Glass, Concrete, Stucco
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre
- Patio and Porch
- Patio
- Parking
- Concrete, Direct Access, Garage Faces Front, Garage
- Fencing
- Stucco Wall
- Pool Features
- None, Association
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Units
- 571
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Melinda Margarita
- Community Features
- Curbs, Storm Drains, Street Lights
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Sport Court, Electricity, Maintenance Grounds, Insurance, Meeting Room, Meeting Banquet Party Room, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Tennis Courts, Trails, Trash, Water
- Second HOA Dues
- $91
The record
Property History for 42 Via Brida
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,039,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.03% · 30-yr fixed$
$8,016/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $103,900 down
Principal & interest$6,240
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$390
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$892
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$303
HOA from listing$191
$6,933/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $207,800 down
Principal & interest$5,547
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$892
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$303
HOA from listing$191
$6,239/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $311,700 down
Principal & interest$4,853
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$892
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$303
HOA from listing$191
Estimated carrying cost
$1,386/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$892
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$303
HOA from listing$191
Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.03% (week of Sep 24, 2026); your rate will differ. A loan this size is typically a jumbo loan, which prices differently. Tax and insurance are modelled, not billed amounts; tax uses a typical Rancho Santa Margarita rate, excluding Mello-Roos. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.
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The neighborhood
About Rancho Santa Margarita
Rancho Santa Margarita is a master-planned Orange County community in the foothills of the Santa Ana Mountains, bordered to the east by the Cleveland National Forest and centered on the man-made Lago Santa Margarita. Adjacent O'Neill Regional Park spans thousands of acres of oak-shaded canyon habitat, and the city is served by the Saddleback Valley Unified and Capistrano Unified school districts.
Rancho Santa Margarita home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 265
- Median price
- $1,325,000
- Median days on market
- 17
- Median per sq ft
- $633
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Sep 28, 2025 to Sep 28, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent Rancho Santa Margarita sales
At $572 per square foot, this home's asking price is 10% below the Rancho Santa Margarita median of $633 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Rancho Santa Margarita sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32991 Pinnacle | Sep 28, 2026 | $1,785,000 | 2,849 | $627 | 4 |
| 9 Via Rosado | Sep 28, 2026 | $1,450,000 | 2,044 | $709 | 7 |
| 18 Las Piedras | Sep 24, 2026 | $1,025,000 | 1,428 | $718 | 13 |
| 4 Reata | Sep 24, 2026 | $1,550,000 | 2,592 | $598 | 20 |
| 7 Santolina | Sep 22, 2026 | $1,154,240 | 1,534 | $752 | 87 |
Schools
Schools for 42 Via Brida
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Melinda Heights
- Middle
- Rancho Santa Margarita
- High
- Trabucco Hills
- District
- Saddleback Valley Unified
Living in Rancho Santa Margarita covers its schools, parks and beaches.
Location
Location
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Listed by Ann Stefanucci of Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing information updated Oct 5, 2026 at 12:36 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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