42 Via Contento , Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
$679,999
Est. Payment: $3,732.09/mo
2 Bed
2 Bath
1117 Sqft
2.12 Acres
Status: Active | Days on site: 79
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House Description

Priced to sell! 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.

Highlights

Listed by Kristen Grinnell , 949-232-8211 and Carly Zamani , 949-232-8211 zRE Group , 949-232-8211. CRMLS/Multi-Regional MLS mls logo

Property Type

Condo/Townhome

Lot/Acreage
2.12

HOA Fee

566 Monthly

Year Built

1990

County

Orange

Area

R2 - Rancho Santa Margarita Central

Neighborhood

Tijeras Creek Villas (TCV)

School District

Call Listing Office

Listing ID

PW26072031

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Interior Features

Bedrooms and Bathrooms
  • ▪ Bedrooms:2
  • ▪ Bathrooms:2
  • ▪ Full Bathrooms:2
Appliances:Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Dryer, Washer
Air Cond:Central Air
Fireplaces:Living Room
Floor:Vinyl
Other:
  • ▪ Additional:Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Furnished, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Down
Water:Public

Exterior Features

Lot:0-1 Unit/Acre,No Land Lease
Garage Capacity:3
Others:
  • ▪ Additional:Updated/Remodeled
Sewer:Public Sewer
Parking Features:Assigned,Carport,Door-Single,Garage

Open House

Upcoming Open Houses
Sunday 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Oct 4
Principal Interest
$3,732
Taxes
$433
HOA
$566

Home Price

$679,999

Loan Details

30 yrs
7.307%

Down Payment

20%
$136,000
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Monthly Price:
$3,732.09

Principal

Taxes

HOA

Principal Taxes HOA Total
Monthly $3,732.09 $433.50 $566.00 $4,731.59
Yearly $44,785.06 $5,201.99 $6,792.00 $56,779.06
Total $1,343,551.88 $156,059.77 $203,760.00 $1,703,371.66

Today's Rates

30 Year

7.31%

20 Year

7.2%

15 Year

6.65%

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