Welcome home to this beautifully refreshed single-story residence in the highly sought-after Candelero community of Rancho Santa Margarita. Ideally situated on a quiet cul-de-sac with abundant nearby parking, this desirable 2-bedroom, 2-bath single level home offers peaceful tree and walking path views along with an exceptional blend of comfort, style, and convenience. Step inside to discover a light and airy floorplan featuring brand new luxury waterproof laminate flooring, new baseboards, fresh interior paint, new ceiling fans, Honeywell smart thermostat, new window blinds, newer PEX piping, and an upgraded HVAC system. The spacious living and dining area is highlighted by a cozy gas fireplace and sliding glass doors that open to a large private view balcony, creating the perfect indoor-outdoor living experience. The sunny kitchen opens seamlessly to the main living area, giving the home an inviting great room feel. Features include granite countertops, a stainless steel double sink, five-burner gas range, newer dishwasher, four-door stainless steel refrigerator, and freshly painted cabinetry accented with brushed nickel hardware. The primary suite offers direct balcony access through sliding glass doors and includes a generous walk-in closet with mirrored wardrobe doors. The secondary bedroom is enhanced with charming wainscoting and its own walk-in closet. Convenient hallway laundry closet with washer and dryer hookups adds to the home’s functional design. The attached 2-car garage is equipped with a roll-up garage door, My Q smart garage opener with remote access and camera capability, plus an overhead storage rack for added organization. Residents enjoy access to the Candelero HOA pool and spa along with the outstanding amenities of SAMLARC, including multiple swimming pools, the popular Beach Club with sand-bottom swimming lagoon, basketball, tennis, pickleball, and volleyball courts, clubhouse, parks, and fishing at Rancho Santa Margarita Lake. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby hiking and biking trails, skate park, dog park, and the beautiful Tijeras Creek Golf Club. Conveniently located near award-winning schools including Tesoro High School.
With low property taxes, no Mello Roos, outstanding community amenities, and an unbeatable location, this is an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the Southern California lifestyle. Welcome to Rancho Santa Margarita consistently recognized as one of Orange County’s most desirable places to live!
Under contract
Listed by: Regency Real Estate Brokers • Jim Zakhar • Contact: 949-310-3240
Price cut: $20K (6/10)
$729,900
172 Via Lampara, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
2beds
1,119sqft
Condominium
Built in 1990
-- sqft lot
$726,100 Zestimate®
$652/sqft
$583/mo HOA
What's special
Cozy gas fireplaceRoll-up garage doorBeautifully refreshed single-story residenceNew baseboardsNew window blindsLarge private view balconySunny kitchen
- 42 days |
- 394 |
- 27 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jim Zakhar DRE #00823355 949-310-3240,
Regency Real Estate Brokers,
Jake Zakhar DRE #01296653 949-707-4415,
Regency Real Estate Brokers
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC26115310
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Separate Shower, Tub Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Closet
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Laminate
- Windows: Blinds
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas
- Common walls with other units/homes: 1 Common Wall,No One Above
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,119 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Direct Access, Door-Single, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: side
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Pool features: Community, Gunite, Heated, Association
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Association, Community, Gunite, Heated
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 3.65 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac
Details
- Parcel number: 93785158
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Spanish Tile
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Lights, Pool
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Candelero (Can)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s)
- HOA fee: $492 monthly
- HOA name: Candelero
- HOA phone: 949-855-1800
- Second HOA fee: $91 monthly
- Second HOA name: Samlarc
Location
- Region: Rancho Santa Margarita
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $652/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $563,223
- Annual tax amount: $5,770
- Date on market: 5/28/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 42 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
- Inclusions: Refrigerator
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$726,100
$690,000 - $762,000
$3,249/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/18/2026 | Contingent | $729,900$652/sqft |
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| 6/10/2026 | Price change | $729,900-2.7%$652/sqft |
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| 5/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $749,900+51.5%$670/sqft |
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| 4/30/2018 | Sold | $495,000$442/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2018 | Pending sale | $495,000$442/sqft |
Source: BHHS California Properties #OC18065600 Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2018 | Listed for sale | $495,000+26.9%$442/sqft |
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| 9/2/2015 | Sold | $390,000+0%$349/sqft |
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| 8/1/2015 | Pending sale | $389,900$348/sqft |
Source: Realty Network #OC15166461 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2015 | Price change | $389,900-2.5%$348/sqft |
Source: Realty One Group Inc #OC15153431 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2015 | Listed for sale | $399,900-4.2%$357/sqft |
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| 2/25/2005 | Sold | $417,500+76.5%$373/sqft |
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| 11/6/2001 | Sold | $236,500+39.1%$211/sqft |
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| 3/29/1999 | Sold | $170,000$152/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,770 +1.9% | $563,223 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,662 +2.2% | $552,180 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,538 +1.9% | $541,353 +2% |
| 2022 | $5,435 +9.3% | $530,739 +2% |
| 2021 | $4,974 -5.9% | $520,333 +1% |
| 2020 | $5,288 | $514,998 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,288 -11.3% | $504,900 +24.5% |
| 2018 | $5,963 +25.5% | $405,651 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,753 | $397,698 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,753 -4.8% | $389,900 +5.1% |
| 2015 | $4,993 +3.3% | $371,000 |
| 2014 | $4,831 | $371,000 +21.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $305,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $305,500 -6% |
| 2011 | -- | $325,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $325,000 +8% |
| 2009 | -- | $301,000 -23.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $394,500 -9.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $434,367 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $425,850 +70% |
| 2005 | -- | $250,541 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $245,629 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $241,128 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $236,400 +33.7% |
| 2001 | $3,320 +0.4% | $176,763 +2% |
| 2000 | $3,308 | $173,298 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92688
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Tijeras Creek Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 8/10Las Flores Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 9/10Tesoro High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Tijeras Creek
- Middle: Las Flores
- High: Tesoro
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