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$679,999 -$18,001 (-2.58%) Price Reduced

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Condo
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,117 Sq. Ft.
  • 1 Car Garage
  • Updated 3 days ago
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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! -creating a clean, 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.

Full Property Details for 42 Via Contento

General

  • Price: $679,999
  • HOA FEE: $485/month
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Condo
  • Source: MRMLS
  • MLS ID: PW26072031
  • Updated: 8/7/2026
  • Days on Market: 48 days
  • Added to Site: 48 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: All Bedrooms Down
  • Interior Features: Quartz Counters, Furnished, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar, Dining Room
  • Appliances: Microwave, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Dishwasher
  • Flooring: Vinyl

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Stackable, Washer Included, Dryer Included

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: Spa/Hot Tub, Hiking Trails, Picnic Area, Security, Management, Biking Trails, Tennis Court(s), Jogging Track, Pool, Barbecue, Clubhouse, Maintenance Grounds, Dock, Guard, Gym/Exercise Room, Playground, Dog Park
  • Pool Description: Association
  • Spa Description: Association

Exterior

  • Deck/Patio: Covered, Terrace, Tile, Porch, Enclosed, Patio, Rear Porch, Wraparound

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking: Assigned, Carport, Garage (Single Door)

Location

  • County: Orange
  • Subdivision: Tijeras Creek Villas (TCV)
  • Driving Directions: Please use GPS

School Information

  • School District: Call Listing Office
  • Elementary School: CALDIS
  • Middle School: CALDIS

Community

  • Community Features: Curbs, Golf, Biking, Dog Park, Hiking, Foothills, Lake, Street Lights, Storm Drains, Sidewalks, Park
  • Assoc. Name: powerstone

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Structure Type: Condominium
  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall
  • Disability Access: Doors - Swing In, No Interior Steps
  • Entry Location: ground
  • Stories/Levels: One
  • Stories Description: One
  • Square Feet: 1,117
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1990
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled

Unit Information

  • Units in Complex: 341

Lot Features

  • Property View: None
  • Lot Size (Acres): 2.1241
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 92,527
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Description: 0-1 Unit/Acre

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $608.77
  • Association Fee: $485
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
  • Other Fee: $81
  • Other Fee Type: Association Fee 2
  • Other Fee Freq.: Monthly

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • Inclusions: Fridge, wash/dryer

Listed by zRE Group, Kristen Grinnell

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  • Kristen Grinnell

    zRE Group

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Schools serving 42 Via Contento

School District:Capistrano Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
Arroyo Vista Elementary School, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
23371 Arroyo Vista, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
K-50.3 mi
Arroyo Vista Middle School
23371 Arroyo Vista, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
6-80.3 mi
Tesoro High School
1 Tesoro Creek Rd., Las Flores, CA 92688
9-122.6 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 42 Via Contento Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/04/2026
Price Reduced
$679,999
-2.58%
MLS
7/18/2026
Price Reduced
$698,000
-2.38%
MLS
6/25/2026
Listed
$715,000
10%
MLS
8/03/2023
Sold
$650,000
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Tax History for 42 Via Contento

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$6,727
—
$676,260
2%
2025
$6,727
2%
$663,000
2%
2024
$6,599
16%
$650,000
17%
2023
$5,691
2%
$555,900
2%
2022
$5,585
260%
$545,000
196%
2021
$1,551
-13%
$184,387
1%
2020
$1,791
-4%
$182,497
2%
2019
$1,863
2%
$178,919
2%
2018
$1,829
—
$175,411
2%
2017
$1,820
-9%
$171,972
2%
2016
$2,004
—
$168,600
2%
2015
$2,002
2%
$166,068
2%
2014
$1,961
-25%
$162,815
—
2013
$2,620
—
$162,080
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42 Via Contento, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 (MLS# PW26072031) is a Condo property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 42 Via Contento is currently listed for $679,999 and was received on June 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 42 Via Contento? Do you have questions about finding other Condo real estate for sale in Rancho Santa Margarita Central? You can browse all Rancho Santa Margarita Central real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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