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Condo for sale at 42 Via Contento, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 | MLS# PW26072031 | Listing updated on 2026-10-23
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Listed by: Kristen Grinnell DRE #02045642, Carly Zamani DRE #02030224 | zRE Group (949) 232-8211

$659,000

Monthly Est:$3,280

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    2 Baths
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42 Via Contento, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

$3,280/moEst:

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  • Condominium

  • Built in 1990

  • $566/mo HOA

  • 2.12 acres lot

  • $590/sq.ft

Description

Priced to sell just reduced price again! PLEASE CALL LISTING AGENT FOR SHOWING. Welcome to effortless living in the heart of Rancho Santa Margarita. Perfectly positioned as a private ground-floor corner residence, this adorable updated home offers the rare combination of move-in-ready convenience, modern updates, and the resort-style lifestyle Orange County is known for. Thoughtfully updated throughout, the home features brand-new flooring, paint, new window blinds, and a new water heater! ENTIRE CONDO HAS BEEN RE-PIPED! Move- in ready, contemporary space that's ready to enjoy from day one. The desirable corner location welcomes an abundance of natural light while offering added privacy and an inviting HUGE wrap around patio perfect for morning coffee, evening wine. Designed for easy living, the open-concept floor plan offers a seamless flow between the living, dining, and kitchen spaces. To make your move even easier, the home includes the refrigerator, LG stackable washer, and dryer, allowing you to settle in from day one.
Ownership includes access to the exceptional SAMLARC amenities, featuring the Beach Club Lagoon, Lake, multiple resort-style pools, parks, tennis and pickleball courts, playgrounds, miles of scenic hiking and biking trails, and a year-round calendar of community events! Ideally located just
minutes from Rancho Santa Margarita Lake, Tijeras Creek Golf Club, award-winning schools, shopping, dining, and convenient access to the 241 Toll Road, this home places the very best of South Orange County right outside your door.
Whether you're purchasing your first home, downsizing, or searching for a low-maintenance Orange County retreat, this turnkey residence offers comfort, convenience, and an exceptional lifestyle in one of South Orange County's most desirable master-planned communities.
Beautifully updated, ideally located, and completely move-in ready—this is the one you've been waiting for.

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  • Listing updated: October 23, 2026 at 3:36 am
  • Source: California Regional MLS-CA | MLS#: PW26072031 California Regional MLS-CA

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Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Condominium

  • No. of Stories

    1

  • County

    Orange County

  • City

    Rancho Santa Margarita

  • Neighborhood

    --

  • Year Built

    1990

  • HOA Fees

    $566/mo

  • Finished Area

    1,117 sqft

  • Lot Size

    2.12 acres lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    California Regional MLS

  • MLS Number

    PW26072031

  • MLS Status

    Active

  • Days on Market

    53

  • Cumulative Days on Market

    99

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Location

HOA Management

Tijeras Creek Villas

HOA Fees

$485/ Monthly

SAMLARC

HOA Fees

$81/ Monthly

Amenities

Amenities and services may be covered by one or multiple associations and service providers.

Gym Gym

Tennis Tennis

Pool Pool

Park Playground Park Playground

Bike Trails Bike Trails

Club House Club House

Spa Spa

Maintenance Maintenance

Security Guard Security Guard

Walk path Walk path

PicnicArea PicnicArea

Dock Dock

Barbecue Barbecue

Management Management

Disclaimer: Amenities are based on third-party information and may vary; buyers must independently verify all amenities, as information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 2

    Bathrooms: 2

Interior

  • Flooring

    Vinyl

  • Heating

    Central

  • Appliances

    Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Dryer, Washer

  • Interior Features

    Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Ceiling Fans, Separate Formal Dining Room, Furnished, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Down

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1990

  • Home type

    Condominium

  • Property Condition

    Updated Remodeled

Utilities & Energy

  • Parking Features

    Assigned, Carport, Door Single, Garage

  • Security Features

    Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Pool Features

    Association

  • Fireplace Features

    Living Room

  • Laundry Features

    Stacked

  • Utilities

    Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

  • Association Amenities

    Clubhouse, Dock, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Maintenance Grounds, Jogging Path, Management, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Guard, Spa Hot Tub, Security, Tennis Courts, Trails

Other Features

  • Community Features

    Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Foothills, Golf, Hiking, Lake, Park, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Sidewalks

  • Subdivision Name

    Tijeras Creek Villas (tcv)

  • Patio And Porch Features

    Rear Porch, Covered, Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Terrace, Tile, Wrap Around

  • Lot Features

    Zero To One Unit Acre

Price History

DateEventPrice

09/12/2026

Source: mls_logoCalifornia Regional MLS-CA #PW26072031

Price Decreased

$659,000 -3.09%

$590/sqft

08/04/2026

Source: mls_logoCalifornia Regional MLS-CA #PW26072031

Off Market

$679,999

$609/sqft

08/04/2026

Source: mls_logoCalifornia Regional MLS-CA #PW26072031

Listed for Sale

$679,999 -2.58%

$609/sqft

07/18/2026

Source: mls_logoCalifornia Regional MLS-CA #PW26072031

Price Decreased

$698,000 -2.38%

$625/sqft

06/24/2026

Source: mls_logoCalifornia Regional MLS-CA #PW26072031

Listed for Sale

$715,000

$640/sqft

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