This beautifully designed upper-level condo features two bedrooms—including a flexible upstairs loft used as a second bedroom—and two bathrooms, offering both style and comfort in a prime location.
The kitchen shines with sleek soft-close cabinets, quartz countertops, a modern backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Rich hardwood floors run throughout, and plantation shutters provide the perfect balance of light and privacy. The home also includes a detached one-car garage with storage.
Residents can take advantage of fantastic amenities, including the Beach Club, multiple pools, fishing spots, parks, picnic areas, and an extensive network of scenic trails. Plus, the nearby 241 tollway provides easy access to Irvine and surrounding areas.
Don’t miss your chance to call this welcoming condo in Rancho Santa Margarita your new home!
Sold for $540,000
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Listing Provided by: eXp Realty of California Inc
Bought with: First Team Real Estate
Tax assessed value
$540,000
26 Via Esperanza, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
2beds
823sqft
Condominium
Built in 1986
-- sqft lot
$547,800 Zestimate®
$656/sqft
$2,966 Estimated rent
Home value
$547,800
$504,000 - $597,000
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Quartz countertopsStainless steel appliancesSleek soft-close cabinetsRich hardwood floorsModern backsplashPlantation shutters
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Listing Provided by:
Richard Montoya DRE #01403322 213-422-3023,
eXp Realty of California Inc
Bought with:
Valerie Neeley, DRE #01988451
First Team Real Estate
Allen Neeley, DRE #01954586
First Team Real Estate
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: WS24229499
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Loft, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls,No One Above
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 823 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Permit Required
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 2
- Pool features: Community, Heated, In Ground, Association
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Details
- Parcel number: 93195155
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1986
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Hiking, Lake, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Pool
Location
- Region: Rancho Santa Margarita
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $459 monthly
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Sport Court, Dog Park, Maintenance Grounds, Jogging Path, Meeting Room, Outdoor Cooking Area, Other Courts, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Pet Restrictions, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s), Trash
- Association name: Mission Courts
- Association phone: 949-261-8282
- Second HOA fee: $81 monthly
- Second association name: Samlarc
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/27/2024 | Sold | $540,000-1.8%$656/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #WS24229499 Report a problem | ||
| 12/7/2024 | Contingent | $550,000$668/sqft |
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| 11/8/2024 | Listed for sale | $550,000+10%$668/sqft |
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| 9/16/2022 | Sold | $500,000-1.8%$608/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2022 | Pending sale | $509,000+274.3%$618/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #OC22137194 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2019 | Listing removed | $1,950$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/11/2019 | Price change | $1,950-1.3%$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2019 | Price change | $1,975-5.9%$2/sqft |
Source: Corliss Realty Inc #OC19209496 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2019 | Price change | $2,099+2.4%$3/sqft |
Source: Corliss Realty Inc #OC19209496 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2019 | Listed for rent | $2,050+32.3%$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2013 | Listing removed | $1,550$2/sqft |
Source: Corliss Realty Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2013 | Listed for rent | $1,550$2/sqft |
Source: Corliss Realty Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2011 | Sold | $136,000-58.5%$165/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2004 | Sold | $327,500+36.5%$398/sqft |
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| 8/29/2003 | Sold | $240,000+52.9%$292/sqft |
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| 11/30/2001 | Sold | $157,000$191/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,650 +7% | $540,000 +5.9% |
| 2024 | $5,278 -33.2% | $510,000 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,903 +368.4% | $500,000 +210.6% |
| 2022 | $1,687 +39.7% | $160,967 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,207 -26.5% | $157,811 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,642 | $156,193 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,642 -7.7% | $153,131 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,778 +1% | $150,129 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,761 | $147,186 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,761 -13.8% | $144,300 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,044 -2.9% | $142,133 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,106 | $139,349 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $138,720 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $136,000 -33.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $204,000 +15.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $177,000 -5.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $187,000 -31.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $273,500 -19.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $340,731 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $334,050 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $327,500 +36.5% |
| 2004 | -- | $240,000 +49.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $160,140 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $157,000 +16.7% |
| 2001 | $2,166 +17.5% | $134,497 +29.3% |
| 2000 | $1,843 | $104,000 |
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Neighborhood: 92688
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Cielo Vista Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 10/10Trabuco Hills High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4 mi
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