Welcome to 19 Encantado Canyon, a beautifully upgraded upper-level home located in the highly sought-after Belterraza community of Rancho Santa Margarita. Offering 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and an open-concept layout, this home blends comfort, style, and an exceptional Southern California lifestyle. It is one of the most spacious and lowest-priced-per-square-foot 2-bedroom homes for sale in Rancho Santa Margarita. The inviting living room features soaring vaulted ceilings, warm wood-like flooring, and a cozy fireplace that creates an ideal atmosphere for both relaxing and entertaining. The fully renovated kitchen has been thoughtfully updated with quartz countertops, beautiful cabinetry, newer appliances, generous storage, and a functional layout that opens seamlessly to the dining and living areas. The spacious primary suite features vaulted ceilings, excellent natural light, and an en-suite bathroom with dual vanities and a shower/tub combination. A secondary bedroom and full bathroom offer flexibility for guests, family, or a home office. Recent improvements completed during the sellers’ stewardship include a full interior repaint, complete repipe of the home, renovated staircase, fully remodeled kitchen, and new water heater, offering both style and long-term peace of mind. One of the rare highlights of the property is the two separate one-car garages, including one attached garage with direct access and an additional detached garage just steps away, providing exceptional convenience, parking, and storage flexibility. Residents enjoy access to the Belterraza pool and spa along with Rancho Santa Margarita’s outstanding SAMLARC amenities, including Lago Santa Margarita, the Beach Club Lagoon, multiple pools, parks, scenic trails, clubhouses, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball courts, picnic areas, and community events throughout the year. Ideally located near Tijeras Creek Golf Club, hiking and biking trails, shopping, dining, Irvine Spectrum, and Orange County beaches, this home offers the perfect balance of peaceful living and everyday convenience.
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
1,329
Lot Size
3,842 sqft
Year Built
1990
Property Type
Condominium
Days on Market
21
HOA Fee
$469/mo
Garage Total
2
MLS #
IG26109771
Interior Features
Balcony, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting
Fireplace
Family Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Water Heater
Laundry
Inside
Main Level Bedrooms
2
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central
Total Parking Spaces
2
Garage Spaces
2
Attached Garage
Yes
Parking Features
Garage
Patio & Porch
Covered, Front Porch, Patio
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
Construction
Stucco
Roof
Spanish Tile
Lot Features
Landscaped
Pool Features
Community, Association
Spa Features
Association, Community
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water Source
Public
Clubhouse, Maintenance Grounds, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts, Trash
Hiking, Lake, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Water Sports, Pool
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Balanced market
Avg. time on market
This is a Balanced Market. Homes are selling at a moderate pace.
Flood Risk
Minimal — not in a FEMA flood zone
Wildfire Risk
Moderate — near wildland-urban interface
Heat Risk
Low — moderate summer temperatures
Earthquake Risk
Southern California seismic zone
Based on price, location, and features
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