***MAJOR PRICE IMPROVEMENT*** ONE OF THE BEST VALUES IN SOUTH OC — END UNIT! This is officially one of the lowest-priced 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom homes of this size currently on the market in South Orange County. Nestled in the lakefront enclave of Montana Del Lago, this beautifully updated end unit offers the ultimate blend of natural light, style, and resort-style living. Designed with a rare side-by-side 2-car garage featuring overhead storage and direct access to the home, this residence offers both convenience and functionality. All main living spaces are located upstairs, showcasing vaulted ceilings, a sun-drenched open-concept floor plan, a refreshed fireplace, and a new dining chandelier. Slide open the glass doors to your private balcony, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the surroundings. Recent upgrades include updated flooring throughout, modern light fixtures, and ceiling fans. The spacious primary suite features a private en-suite bathroom, while the secondary bedroom is generously sized. Just steps from private lake access, community pools, tree-lined trails, and the SAMLARC Beach Lagoon, this home is also minutes from top-rated schools, premier dining, and shopping. Turnkey, move-in ready, and priced to sell quickly!
For sale
Listed by: Redfin • Joseph Chow • 877-973-3346
Price cut: $20K (8/14)
$765,000
12 Montana Del Lago Dr #168, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
3beds
1,344sqft
Condominium
Built in 1992
-- sqft lot
$763,800 Zestimate®
$569/sqft
$529/mo HOA
What's special
- 155 days |
- 898 |
- 62 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Joseph Chow DRE #02006416 877-973-3346,
Redfin,
Jared Okawa DRE #02119015,
Redfin
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC26120243
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Enclosed Toilet, Separate Shower, Tub Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Tile Counters
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Balcony, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Tile Counters, All Bedrooms Up
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,344 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Direct Access, Garage, Permit Required, One Space
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: front door
- Pool features: Community, Association
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Association, Community
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 1.2 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 93083131
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horse amenities: Riding Trail
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1992
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Horse Trails, Lake, Mountainous, Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Pool
- Subdivision: Montana Del Lago (Mdl)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Meeting Room, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub
- HOA fee: $529 monthly
- HOA name: Montana Del Lago
- HOA phone: 714-285-2626
Location
- Region: Rancho Santa Margarita
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $569/sqft
- Date on market: 6/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 155 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$763,800
Estimated sales range
$726,000 - $802,000
Rent Zestimate®
$4,406/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2026 | Price change | $765,000-2.5%$569/sqft |
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| 7/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $785,000$584/sqft |
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| 6/30/2026 | Contingent | $785,000$584/sqft |
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| 6/4/2026 | Price change | $785,000+48.4%$584/sqft |
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| 12/17/2019 | Pending sale | $528,800$393/sqft |
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| 12/11/2019 | Price change | $528,800-0.2%$393/sqft |
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| 12/1/2019 | Price change | $529,800-0.7%$394/sqft |
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| 10/31/2019 | Listed for sale | $533,800+9.1%$397/sqft |
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| 8/29/2017 | Listing removed | $489,500$364/sqft |
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| 8/1/2017 | Pending sale | $489,500$364/sqft |
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| 6/12/2017 | Listed for sale | $489,500$364/sqft |
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| 1/11/2015 | Listing removed | $2,300$2/sqft |
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| 11/1/2014 | Listed for rent | $2,300$2/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 92688
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Trabuco Mesa Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10Trabuco Hills High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.8 mi
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