Enjoy the Rancho Santa Margarita Lifestyle in this Rare End Unit Condo with 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, an enclosed loft converted for a bedroom, flex space or home office. This home is move in ready and has an abundance of windows offering plenty of natural lighting. In the Living Room there’s fireplace, high vaulted ceilings and windows looking into a private patio and side yard. Adjacent to the living room is a dining room which offers entrance to an inviting wrap around outdoor living space where you can enjoy entertaining and dining Al Fresco. The remodeled kitchen has custom solid cherrywood cabinets with pullout dovetail drawers, lighted cabinets, a breakfast bar and Silestone counter tops. Stainless steel appliances include a new Samsung 5 burner range and oven with a stainless-steel vented hood. A remodeled bathroom perfect for your guests and right across from the convenient indoor laundry area. The large transom windows bathe the second floor with lots of natural lighting .The Primary bedroom has a balcony looking over the back patio with tree views, ceiling light/fan, large walk-in closet and a remodeled bathroom complete with a separate toilet and spacious shower. The LED ceiling color changing light fixture and Bluetooth speaker for music will set the mood for your day. A dual vanity, rain showerhead, handheld shower, porcelain, and glass tile complete this remodeled space. The secondary bedroom is light and bright with laminate flooring, and a built-in storage system for the closet. Your third room is a loft conversation complete with closet, window, and ceiling light/fan. A great flex space for an office or a bedroom. The shared full bathroom has been tastefully remodeled with attention to every detail including a new tub, vanity, lighting, brushed nickel fixtures, porcelain, and glass tiles. Additional Upgrades include fresh paint, recessed lighting, laminate flooring, custom cabinetry, water softener system, dual paned windows and sliders, additional storage space, ceiling fans, modern light fixtures, recessed lighting, new Goggle Nest Thermostat and Ring doorbell. Enjoy Vista La Cuesta’s own pool and spa close to Lake RSM. The SAMLARC amenities include the Beach Club, multiple pools, tennis and sports courts, parks, trails, and much more! Restaurants on the lake, shopping and entertainment are all close by. Trabuco Mesa Park and Award-Winning Elementary school are within walking distance. No Mello Roos and Low Taxes!
Sold for $787,500
Listed by: Bullock Russell RE Services • Rita McCook • Contact: 949-793-2109
Bought with: Realty One Group West
$787,500
42 Vista La Cuesta, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
2beds
1,291sqft
Condominium
Built in 1989
-- sqft lot
$871,400 Zestimate®
$610/sqft
$3,786 Estimated rent
Home value
$871,400
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Listed by:
Rita McCook DRE #01326125 949-793-2109,
Bullock Russell RE Services,
Mike Young DRE #01316759 949-793-2108,
Bullock Russell RE Services
Bought with:
AJ Mearig, DRE #01981013
Realty One Group West
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC23218891
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Entry/Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other, Dining Room
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Remodeled, Separate Shower, Upgraded, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Pots & Pan Drawers, Stone Counters, Remodeled, Self-closing Cabinet Doors, Self-closing Drawers, Updated Kitchen
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater, Water Purifier
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Balcony, Block Walls, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, All Bedrooms Up, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: 1 Common Wall
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,291 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Direct Access, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Street
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Open, Patio, Wrap Around
- Pool features: Community, Association
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Association, Community
- Fencing: Good Condition,Stucco Wall,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 9,999 Square Feet
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Near Park, Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 93214298
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Spanish
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1989
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Garage
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Foothills, Golf, Hiking, Lake, Mountainous, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Water Sports, Park, Pool
- Security: Fire Detection System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Vista La Cuesta (Vlc)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Dog Park, Fire Pit, Maintenance Grounds, Meeting Room, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
- HOA fee: $81 monthly
- HOA name: SAMLARC
- HOA phone: 888-354-0135
- Second HOA fee: $353 monthly
- Second HOA name: Via La Cuesta
- Second HOA phone: 714-285-2626
Location
- Region: Rancho Santa Margarita
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $610/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $803,250
- Annual tax amount: $8,392
- Date on market: 12/7/2023
- Cumulative days on market: 8 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/30/2024 | Sold | $787,500-1.4%$610/sqft |
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| 12/19/2023 | Pending sale | $799,000$619/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #OC23218891 Report a problem | ||
| 12/17/2023 | Contingent | $799,000$619/sqft |
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| 12/7/2023 | Listed for sale | $799,000+205.5%$619/sqft |
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| 2/4/2002 | Sold | $261,500+56.6%$203/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/1999 | Sold | $167,000+20.1%$129/sqft |
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| 5/18/1995 | Sold | $139,000$108/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,392 +108.9% | $803,250 +112.1% |
| 2024 | $4,017 +5.8% | $378,730 +2% |
| 2023 | $3,795 +1.8% | $371,304 +2% |
| 2022 | $3,730 +16.2% | $364,024 +2% |
| 2021 | $3,210 -11.5% | $356,887 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,629 | $353,228 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,629 -8.9% | $346,302 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,984 +0.7% | $339,512 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,958 | $332,855 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,958 -6.1% | $326,329 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,216 -0.3% | $321,428 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,231 | $315,132 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $313,708 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $307,557 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $301,527 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $299,274 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $299,986 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $294,104 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $288,338 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $282,685 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $277,143 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $271,709 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $266,730 +50.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $177,220 +2% |
| 2001 | $2,698 -0.1% | $173,746 +2% |
| 2000 | $2,699 | $170,340 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 92688
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Trabuco Mesa Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 10/10Trabuco Hills High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Trabuco Mesa
- Middle: Rancho Santa Margarita
- High: Trabucco 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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