Elegantly updated home located in the desirable Melinda Heights community of Rancho Santa Margarita. This flawless 3 bedroom plus office and 2.5 bath home features neutral tile throughout the downstairs, a living room with soaring ceilings and two-story windows, and a family room featuring crown molding and an intimate fireplace. The bright and spacious kitchen has ample storage space with granite countertops and opens to the family room and dining room for effortless entertaining. The 3 bedrooms plus office and 2 tastefully remodeled baths are located upstairs, including a master with walk-in tile shower and separate soaking tub. The private and lush backyard offers environmentally friendly landscaping including artificial grass and brick paver patio. Perfectly located near the award-winning Melinda Heights Elementary, Solano Park, and association pool and includes the Rancho Santa Margarita homeownership amenities: access to 4 pools, parks, tennis, basketball and volleyball courts, picnic areas, dog park, skate park, and resort-style beach club as well as the Rancho Santa Margarita Lake.