




166 Via Contento, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Turnkey upstairs condo with multiple balconies and resort-style amenities in the highly sought-after Tijeras Creek Villas of Rancho Santa Margarita. This light-filled home features soaring cathedral ceilings in the living room, creating an open and airy feel. The versatile floor plan includes a spacious primary suite and a secondary bedroom with direct access to the second bathroom, ideal for guests, roommates, or a home office setup. Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor living with a wraparound balcony accessible from both the living room and primary bedroom, plus a second private balcony off the secondary bedroom—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The interior is thoughtfully updated with luxury vinyl plank flooring, new carpeting, central air and heat, and a cozy gas fireplace. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, and the in-unit laundry adds everyday convenience. Parking is a rare bonus with a private one-car garage, assigned carport, and ample guest parking, allowing for up to three total spaces. Residents enjoy access to two pools and spas, a fitness center with sauna, BBQ areas, playgrounds, and beautifully maintained greenbelts. Ownership includes SAMLARC membership, offering access to Lago Santa Margarita, the Beach Club Lagoon, multiple pools, parks, sports courts, scenic trails, and year-round community events. An incredible opportunity to own in one of South Orange County’s most amenity-rich communities.
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
1,117
Year Built
1995
Property Type
Condominium
Days on Market
0
HOA Fee
$475/mo
Garage Total
2
MLS #
SB26062868
Interior Features
Balcony, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Main Level Primary
Flooring
Carpet, Vinyl
Fireplace
Living Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Laundry
Laundry Closet, Stacked
Main Level Bedrooms
2
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central, Fireplaces
Total Parking Spaces
3
Garage Spaces
2
Carport Spaces
1
Parking Features
Assigned, Detached Carport, Door Single, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Patio & Porch
Wrap Around
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
Roof
Spanish Tile
Pool Features
Community, Association
Spa Features
Community
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water Source
Public
Fitness Center, Barbecue, Pool, Spa Hot Tub
Curbs, Street Lights, Suburban, Pool
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| Rating | School Name |
|---|---|
9 | GreatSchools High (Demo) public School • ratio 22:1 |
7 | Valley View Elementary (Demo) public School • ratio 18:1 |
6 | Lincoln Middle School (Demo) public School • ratio 20:1 |
NR | St. Mary Example Academy (Demo) private School • ratio 12:1 |
Balanced market
Avg. time on market
This is a Balanced Market. Homes are selling at a moderate pace.
Based on price, location, and features
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