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  • Listed by: Realty One Group United • Carter Olsen • Contact: 714-292-4143
    $590,000

    28 Via Contento, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

    2beds
    971sqft
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    $4,413/mo
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    Condominium
    Built in 1992
    -- sqft lot
    $586,900 Zestimate®
    $608/sqft
    $566/mo HOA

    What's special

    Tucked into the heart of Rancho Santa Margarita, California's safest city, this beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence invites you into a lifestyle defined by comfort, quality, and ease. As you walk in, you're immediately greeted by a sense of warmth and intention. The home opens gracefully, revealing newly installed luxury vinyl plank flooring, craftsman-style baseboards, and contemporary shaker doors that set a refined, modern tone throughout the 971-square-foot space. Natural light draws you into the living area, where a cozy fireplace creates the perfect backdrop for quiet evenings, while sliding doors lead to your private balcony — an ideal spot to start your morning or unwind at the end of the day. The two-bedroom, two-bath layout is both thoughtful and inviting, with a beautifully remodeled bathroom showcasing elegant, timeless finishes. Behind the scenes, major upgrades offer peace of mind, including a new HVAC unit along with copper and PEX plumbing completed within the last three years. In-unit laundry adds everyday ease, making this home as functional as it is beautiful. Life here extends far beyond the walls of the condo. Imagine spending sunny afternoons by the resort-style pool, enjoying a BBQ with your family while the atmosphere feels more like a vacation than a community. The expansive main pool offers a gym, sauna, and gathering spaces designed for relaxation and connection. A second pool provides a quieter retreat with stunning views overlooking Tijeras Creek Golf Club, just a short walk from your front door. Set near award-winning schools ranked among the top 250 in the nation, Rancho Santa Margarita Lake, the Beach Club Lagoon, scenic trails, shopping, dining, and easy access to the 241 freeway, this home delivers an exceptional lifestyle. With all of these amenities — it's a place where everyday life feels elevated.
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    Carter Olsen DRE #02218200 714-292-4143,

    Realty One Group United

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC26185425MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Kitchen, Living Room, Dining Room
      Bathroom
      • Features: Bidet, Bathtub, Separate Shower
      Kitchen
      • Features: Granite Counters, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Laundry: Washer Hookup, Laundry Closet
      Features
      • Balcony, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Open Floorplan
      • Flooring: Vinyl
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
      • Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 971 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Garage
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: Parking
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Entry location: Front
      • Pool features: Association
      • Has spa: Yes
      • Spa features: Association
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: City Lights, Mountain(s), Neighborhood
      Lot
      • Size: 2.12 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: 93545351
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Condo
      • Property subtype: Condominium
      • Attached to another structure: Yes
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1992

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Biking, Curbs, Lake, Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Sidewalks
      • Subdivision: Tijeras Creek Villas (Tcv)
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Fitness Center, Maintenance Grounds, Meeting Room, Barbecue, Playground, Pool, Sauna, Spa/Hot Tub
      • HOA fee: $475 monthly
      • HOA name: Tijeras Creek Villas Maintenance Association
      • HOA phone: 909-833-9192
      • Second HOA fee: $91 monthly
      • Second HOA name: Samlarc
      • Second HOA phone: 800-428-5588
      Location
      • Region: Rancho Santa Margarita

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $608/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $467,756
      • Date on market: 8/27/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash to New Loan,Conventional

        Estimated market value

        $586,900

        $558,000 - $616,000

        $3,156/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/27/2026Listed for sale$590,000+79.3%$608/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #OC26185425 Report a problem
        1/20/2005Sold$329,000+151.1%$339/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        5/20/1999Sold$131,000$135/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026-- $467,756 +2%
        2025$4,694 +1.9%$458,585 +2%
        2024$4,606 +2.2%$449,594 +2%
        2023$4,505 +1.9%$440,779 +2%
        2022$4,421 +8.3%$432,137 +2%
        2021$4,081 -5.1%$423,664 +1%
        2020$4,300 $419,320 +2%
        2019$4,300 -10.1%$411,099 +2%
        2018$4,785 +0.3%$403,039 +2%
        2017$4,770 $395,137 +5.9%
        2016$4,770 -0.2%$373,000 +21.5%
        2015$4,779 +28.7%$307,000 +6.6%
        2014$3,713 $287,875 +25%
        2013-- $230,300
        2012-- $230,300 -6%
        2011-- $245,000
        2010-- $245,000 -7.2%
        2009-- $264,000 -18.4%
        2008-- $323,500 -5.5%
        2007-- $342,291 +2%
        2006-- $335,580 +127.9%
        2005-- $147,220 +2%
        2004-- $144,334 +1.9%
        2003-- $141,689 +2%
        2002-- $138,911 +2%
        2001$2,492 +0.4%$136,188 +2%
        2000$2,481 $133,518
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 92688

        Getting around

        39 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        39 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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