WOW ~ WOW ~ WOW!!! Welcome to Tijeras Creek Villas, where luxury, comfort, & resort-style living come together in one of Rancho Santa Margarita's most desirable communities. Ideally situated in a prime location within the complex, this beautiful residence offers exceptional convenience with a private one-car garage, an additional covered carport space, plus an additional parking placard to park in other unassigned parking spots including unassigned carports. Easy access to community amenities. A charming villa-style courtyard entrance welcomes you home, leading to a thoughtfully designed single-level downstairs floor plan with no interior or exterior stairs & filled with natural light. Tastefully upgraded throughout, featuring beautiful wood-style flooring, elegant crown molding, recessed lighting, & a remodeled kitchen complete with a dishwasher & designed for both everyday living & effortless entertaining. The spacious living area centers around a cozy gas fireplace & flows seamlessly to an expansive wrap-around patio, creating the perfect indoor-outdoor lifestyle. A second private patio off the guest bedroom provides an additional retreat for relaxing & enjoying the Southern California weather. Both generously sized bedrooms feature en suite bathrooms, offering comfort & privacy for residents & guests alike. The primary suite includes dual sinks, a separate toilet room, a step-in shower, & exceptional storage. Storage is abundant, with two floor-to-ceiling closets in each bedroom, & multiple other closets for linens, coats... Sackable washer & dryer conveniently located in the in-unit laundry closet. Residents enjoy access to the luxurious Tijeras Creek Villas amenities, including two sparkling pools, two spas, a sauna, a fitness center with complimentary cable TV channels, WiFi in the swim & workout areas, two great playgrounds, & barbecue areas with HOA-provided gas. Ideally located adjacent to the breathtaking Tijeras Creek Golf Club & just minutes from John Wayne Airport, shopping, dining, & the Lago Santa Margarita Beach Club—an idyllic destination to relax, unwind, & enjoy the scenic beauty of Rancho Santa Margarita Lake at the base of Trabuco Canyon. Located in the highly regarded Capistrano Unified School District, known for strong academic performance, excellent ratings, & impressive test scores. Also very close to several well respected private schools. Experience resort-style living in one of Orange County's most sought-after locations.
For sale
Listed by: Nordine Realty, Inc • Mary Hale • Contact: 562-761-9792
$683,000
138 Via Contento, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
2beds
1,117sqft
Condominium
Built in 1992
-- sqft lot
$675,900 Zestimate®
$611/sqft
$566/mo HOA
What's special
- 15 days |
- 782 |
- 45 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mary Hale DRE #01962661 562-761-9792,
Nordine Realty, Inc,
Vance Nordine DRE #00786474,
Nordine Realty, Inc
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PW26133165
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Enclosed Toilet, Full Bath on Main Level, Remodeled, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded, Vanity
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Closet, Stacked
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Bar, All Bedrooms Down, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,117 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Assigned, Carport, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Wrap Around
- Pool features: Community, Fenced, In Ground, Association
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Association, Community, Heated
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 2.57 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 93545438
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Stucco
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1992
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Standard
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Park, Pool
- Subdivision: Tijeras Creek Villas (Tcv)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Other, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Sauna, Spa/Hot Tub, Trash
- Services included: Sewer
- HOA fee: $475 monthly
- HOA name: Tijeras Creek Villas
- HOA phone: 909-833-9192
- Second HOA fee: $91 monthly
Location
- Region: Rancho Santa Margarita
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $611/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $424,914
- Annual tax amount: $4,272
- Date on market: 6/19/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 16 days
- Listing terms: Cash to New Loan
Estimated market value
$675,900
$642,000 - $710,000
$3,341/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $683,000+66.6%$611/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 10/25/2017 | Sold | $410,000+1.2%$367/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2017 | Pending sale | $405,000$363/sqft |
Source: Magdalena Lam, Broker #OC17208009 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2017 | Listed for sale | $405,000+161.3%$363/sqft |
Source: Magdalena Lam, Broker #OC17208009 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2000 | Sold | $155,000+19.2%$139/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/1993 | Sold | $130,000$116/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,272 +2% | $424,914 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,190 +2.3% | $416,583 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,096 +1.9% | $408,415 +2% |
| 2022 | $4,018 +9.1% | $400,407 +2% |
| 2021 | $3,684 -5.7% | $392,556 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,905 | $388,531 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,905 -8.8% | $380,913 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,282 +85.1% | $373,445 +82.1% |
| 2017 | $2,313 | $205,126 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,313 -7.2% | $201,104 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,493 +2.1% | $198,084 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,442 | $194,204 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $193,327 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $189,537 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $185,821 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $184,433 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $184,872 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $181,248 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $177,695 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $174,211 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $170,796 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $167,448 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $164,380 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $161,157 +2% |
| 2001 | $2,864 +10.8% | $157,998 +10.3% |
| 2000 | $2,584 | $143,297 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92688
Nearby schools
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- 9/10Arroyo Vista Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 10/10Arroyo Vista Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Tesoro High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
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