Your coastal lifestyle awaits just 1.5 miles from Dana Point Harbor! Nestled in the gated Marinita Townhomes, this expansive 1,956 sq ft residence offers the largest floor plan in the community with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a serene setting with valley views, ocean breezes, and complete privacy from road noise. Step inside to soaring ceilings, walls of windows, and a bright, open layout. The living room with a cozy gas fireplace flows seamlessly to a spacious patio perfect for indoor-outdoor entertaining; an additional nook can be used as a desk space, bar, or display area. The formal dining area is conveniently located between the living room and kitchen, offering a comfortable space for hosting meals and gatherings. The kitchen features newer appliances and a flexible room that can be used for a breakfast nook or your home office. Upstairs, the private primary suite boasts a generous walk-in closet, oversized double vanity, soaking tub and separate shower. Two additional bedrooms share a full bath and linen storage cabinets in upstairs hallway. One is oversized and can easily double as a second primary. The home has been fully repiped and includes interior laundry with ample storage. The refrigerator, washer, and dryer are included! This location is unbeatable with the free trolley stopping just outside the gate, offering quick access to Dana Point’s best beaches and easy connection to other trolleys serving nearby coastal destinations like Laguna Beach, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, and Laguna Niguel - spend the day exploring! Exciting developments continue in the Lantern District as well as the Dana Point Harbor with its $600M+ revitalization project that promises new waterfront dining, boutique shopping and a world-class marina, ensuring strong future equity growth. Priced competitively with the option to assume the seller’s low-rate FHA loan at 5.75%. This is your chance to customize your dream home, move in now and secure your place in one of south Orange County’s most rapidly evolving coastal neighborhoods.