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Sold for $950,000
    • Listed by: Blink Real Estate • Frank Perry • Contact: 714-381-2391
    Bought with: Bullock Russell RE Services
    Tax assessed value
    $950,000

    253 Montana Del Lago Dr, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

    3beds
    1,529sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1998
    1,000 Square Feet Lot
    $962,400 Zestimate®
    $621/sqft
    $4,591 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $962,400

    $914,000 - $1.01M

    $4,591/mo

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    What's special

    PRICE REDUCED for Timely Sale...SELLER is in ESCROW on another Property. Single Family DETACHED home in one of the most desirable family-friendly LAKESIDE COMMUNITY of CIERRA DEL LAGO HOMES next to Rancho Santa Margarita Lake and walking trails. This quiet location features 3 bedrooms PLUS Den/Loft, 2.5 baths, indoor laundry area, 2-car attached garage, fresh paint and many upgrades. Open concept kitchen has granite countertops, tumbled marble backsplash, ceiling potholder, breakfast bar, and next to a cozy family room with two-sided Fireplace for those cozy winter nights. HVAC only 1 year old upgraded Lennox two-stage, variable with upgraded thermostat. Designer ceiling fans in all main level and upstairs bedrooms. Double-pane windows (including privacy windows) and back-slider recently replaced throughout. New blinds (bedrooms have black-out and curtains). Fully remodeled bathrooms, new lighting, fixtures, vanities, and DEEP SOAKER TUB in main bath. New closet organizers for both upper bedrooms. RING doorbell system in front and backyard floodlight camera, both have two-way talk and monitoring. Minimal maintenance backyard (larger than many similar lot-sized units) including stone pavers, slate hardscape, pergola and raised garden bed that includes a citrus tree and climbing jasmine with room left to your gardening imagination and hummingbirds`delight. Access to luxurious community pool, Clubhouse, spa, and picnic area. Walking distance to Rancho Santa Margarita Beach Club and top-rated schools such as Trabuco Mesa Elementary. Residents enjoy beautiful RSM Lake, Beach Club, 13 community parks & playgrounds, 4 community pools, Sports Courts, hiking and biking trails. Community events planned throughout the year. One of the best 4th of July locations in Orange County with peek-a-boo views of fireworks. Just a few blocks from O’Neill Regional Park, and easy access to 241 Foothill Transportation Corridor.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Frank Perry DRE #01890967 714-381-2391,

    Blink Real Estate

    Bought with:

    Flo Bullock, DRE #01343119

    Bullock Russell RE Services

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC24158017MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bedrooms: 3
    Rooms
    • Room types: Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Loft, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Dining Room
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Primary Suite
    Bathroom
    • Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Closet, Granite Counters, Linen Closet, Remodeled, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded
    Other
    • Features: Dressing Area
    Kitchen
    • Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Pots & Pan Drawers, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
    Heating
    • Central, Fireplace(s)
    Cooling
    • Central Air, High Efficiency, Zoned
    Appliances
    • Included: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Heater
    • Laundry: Washer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Closet
    Features
    • Breakfast Bar, Balcony, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Living Room Deck Attached, Recessed Lighting, Dressing Area, Loft, Primary Suite
    • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
    • Doors: Mirrored Closet Door(s), Sliding Doors
    • Windows: Blinds, Custom Covering(s), Double Pane Windows, Drapes, Screens
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Gas Starter
    • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,529 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Direct Access, Door-Single, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Guest
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Three Or More
    • Stories: 3
    • Entry location: Front
    • Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Stone
    • Pool features: Community, In Ground, Association
    • Has spa: Yes
    • Spa features: Association, Community
    • Fencing: Vinyl,Wrought Iron
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Neighborhood
    Lot
    • Size: 1,000 Square Feet
    • Features: Back Yard, Garden, Near Park, Yard
    Details
    • Parcel number: 93083170
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Mediterranean
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stucco
    • Foundation: Slab
    • Roof: Tile
    Condition
    • Updated/Remodeled,Turnkey
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1998
    Details
    • Builder model: 2 - Upgraded
    • Builder name: RGC

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Standard
    • Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Tap Paid
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Hiking, Lake, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Park, Pool
    • Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s), Security Lights
    • Subdivision: Cierra Del Lago (Cdl)
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Amenities included: Maintenance Grounds, Picnic Area, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Trail(s)
    • Services included: Sewer
    • HOA fee: $225 monthly
    • HOA name: Cierra Del Lago
    • HOA phone: 949-716-3998
    • Second HOA fee: $81 monthly
    • Second HOA name: Samlarc
    • Second HOA phone: 949-709-0010
    Location
    • Region: Rancho Santa Margarita

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $621/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $950,000
    • Annual tax amount: $9,918
    • Date on market: 8/14/2024
    • Cumulative days on market: 38 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/20/2024Listing removed$3,990-7.2%$3/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24221578 Report a problem
    12/15/2024Price change$4,300-12.2%$3/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24221578 Report a problem
    11/19/2024Price change$4,900-16.9%$3/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24221578 Report a problem
    11/8/2024Listed for rent$5,900$4/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24221578 Report a problem
    10/25/2024Sold$950,000-3.7%$621/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24158017 Report a problem
    9/24/2024Contingent$987,000$646/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24158017 Report a problem
    9/19/2024Price change$987,000-4.8%$646/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24158017 Report a problem
    9/11/2024Price change$1,036,999-4.7%$678/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24158017 Report a problem
    8/14/2024Listed for sale$1,088,000+71.3%$712/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24158017 Report a problem
    4/3/2020Sold$635,000-2.3%$415/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC20048470 Report a problem
    3/8/2020Pending sale$649,900$425/sqft
    Source: Ford Realty Group #OC20048470 Report a problem
    3/5/2020Listed for sale$649,900+11.1%$425/sqft
    Source: Ford Realty Group #OC20048470 Report a problem
    2/3/2006Sold$585,000+228.7%$383/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    8/27/1998Sold$178,000$116/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$9,918 +40.7%$950,000 +39.5%
    2024$7,048 +2.3%$680,846 +2%
    2023$6,888 +1.7%$667,497 +2%
    2022$6,771 +7.9%$654,409 +2%
    2021$6,278 -6.3%$641,578 +9.7%
    2020$6,703 +10.6%$585,000
    2019$6,063 -12.2%$585,000
    2018$6,908 -3.7%$585,000
    2017$7,176 $585,000 +11%
    2016$7,176 +6.9%$527,000 +12.1%
    2015$6,716 +21.8%$470,000 +10.3%
    2014$5,514 $426,000 +16.7%
    2013-- $365,000
    2012-- $365,000
    2011-- $365,000 -21.2%
    2010-- $463,000 +35.8%
    2009-- $341,000 -35.8%
    2008-- $531,000 -11%
    2007-- $596,598 +192.5%
    2006-- $203,967 +2%
    2005-- $199,968 +2%
    2004-- $196,048 +1.9%
    2003-- $192,455 +2%
    2002-- $188,682 +2%
    2001$2,715 +0.1%$184,983 +2%
    2000$2,713 $181,356
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 92688

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Trabuco Mesa
    • Middle: Rancho Santa Margarita
    • High: Trabuco Hills

    Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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