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Sold for $790,000
  • Listed by: Redfin Corporation • Amber Esquibel • Contact: 951-472-2842
    Bought with: NONMEMBER MRML
    $790,000

    46 Tierra Montanosa, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

    2beds
    1,241sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1997
    0.68 Acres Lot
    $792,300 Zestimate®
    $637/sqft
    $3,544 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $792,300

    $737,000 - $856,000

    $3,544/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    Cozy fireplaceWell-maintained community poolTwo-car garageWeekly landscaping services includedUpdated two-story townhouseSleek quartz countertopsCharming gated front yard
    Welcome to your updated two-story townhouse in the heart of Rancho Santa Margarita—where comfort, style, and community come together. This 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers an inviting and functional layout, featuring brand new luxury vinyl plank flooring in a warm wood tone that flows throughout the main living areas. Freshly painted walls, ceilings, and doors create a bright, clean, move-in-ready feel. The spacious Livingroom is anchored by a cozy fireplace, perfect for relaxing evenings, while the upgraded Kitchen showcases modern cabinetry with soft-close features and sleek Quartz counter tops. Upstairs, you find two generously sized bedrooms- each with its own attached full bathroom, offering ideal privacy for guests, family, or roommates. The primary suite is a true retreat, complete with a private balcony patio—perfect for morning coffee or unwinding at the end of the day. Enjoy indoor-outdoor living with a charming, gated front yard—ideal for entertaining, pets, or simply soaking up the Southern California sunshine. Additional highlights include a two-car garage, one dedicated community parking space, and access to a well-maintained community pool with weekly landscaping services included. Ideally located directly across from highly rated Melinda Heights Elementary School, this home offers convenient access to a top-tier education and a welcoming neighborhood setting. As part of the highly desirable SAMLARC community, residents enjoy an exceptional lifestyle with access to resort-style amenities including the Beach Club Lagoon, multiple pools, parks, sports courts, scenic trails, and the beautiful Lago Santa Margarita. The community is designed for connection and convenience, offering year-round events, recreational programs, and a thoughtfully maintained environment that enhances both quality of life and long-term value. This is more than just a home—it’s a lifestyle opportunity in one of Orange County’s most sought-after master-planned communities.

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    Listed by:

    Amber Esquibel DRE #01843605 951-472-2842,

    Redfin Corporation

    Bought with:

    Lino Alonso, DRE #0216636

    NONMEMBER MRML

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SW26072352MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bedroom
    Bedroom
    • Features: All Bedrooms Up
    Bathroom
    • Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Dual Sinks, Tub Shower, Upgraded
    Kitchen
    • Features: Self-closing Cabinet Doors, Self-closing Drawers
    Heating
    • Central
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Double Oven, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave
    • Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
    Features
    • Quartz Counters, All Bedrooms Up
    • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Living Room
    • Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls,No One Above,No One Below
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,241 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Garage, Guest, Permit Required
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Uncovered spaces: 1
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Entry location: 1
    • Pool features: Community, Association
    • Has spa: Yes
    • Spa features: Community
    • Fencing: Stucco Wall
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Hills
    Lot
    • Size: 0.68 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 93812282
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    • Attached to another structure: Yes
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1997

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Unknown
    • Water: See Remarks

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Lake, Park, Suburban, Pool
    • Subdivision: Tierra Montanosa (Tiem)
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Amenities included: Maintenance Front Yard, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s)
    • HOA fee: $500 monthly
    • HOA name: Tierra Montanosa
    • HOA phone: 949-372-4040
    • Second HOA fee: $90 monthly
    • Second HOA name: Samlarc
    Location
    • Region: Rancho Santa Margarita

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $637/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $775,000
    • Annual tax amount: $8,080
    • Date on market: 4/9/2026
    • Cumulative days on market: 18 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/17/2026Sold$790,000$637/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #SW26072352 Report a problem
    5/20/2026Pending sale$790,000$637/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #SW26072352 Report a problem
    4/30/2026Contingent$790,000$637/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #SW26072352 Report a problem
    4/9/2026Listed for sale$790,000+1.9%$637/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #SW26072352 Report a problem
    8/27/2024Sold$775,000$624/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24147124 Report a problem
    8/1/2024Pending sale$775,000$624/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24147124 Report a problem
    7/18/2024Listed for sale$775,000+60%$624/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24147124 Report a problem
    12/6/2019Sold$484,500-3.1%$390/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC19237738 Report a problem
    11/13/2019Pending sale$499,900$403/sqft
    Source: Regency Real Estate Brokers #OC19237738 Report a problem
    10/21/2019Listed for sale$499,900$403/sqft
    Source: Regency Real Estate Brokers #OC19237738 Report a problem
    10/19/2019Pending sale$499,900$403/sqft
    Source: Regency Real Estate Brokers #OC19237738 Report a problem
    10/10/2019Listed for sale$499,900+4.6%$403/sqft
    Source: Regency Real Estate Brokers #OC19237738 Report a problem
    6/1/2017Listing removed$2,500$2/sqft
    Source: Mission Viejo #OC17085181 Report a problem
    4/25/2017Listed for rent$2,500+19%$2/sqft
    Source: Mission Viejo #OC17085181 Report a problem
    7/31/2013Listing removed$2,100$2/sqft
    Source: Prudential California Realty Report a problem
    7/9/2013Listed for rent$2,100+5.3%$2/sqft
    Source: Prudential California Realty #OC13131486 Report a problem
    1/28/2012Listing removed$1,995$2/sqft
    Source: Prudential California Realty #S680149 Report a problem
    12/9/2011Price change$1,995-5%$2/sqft
    Source: Prudential California Realty #S680149 Report a problem
    11/19/2011Listed for rent$2,100$2/sqft
    Source: Prudential California Realty #S680149 Report a problem
    8/31/2011Listing removed$2,100$2/sqft
    Source: Prudential California Realty #S669367 Report a problem
    8/9/2011Listed for rent$2,100$2/sqft
    Source: Prudential California Realty #S669367 Report a problem
    5/10/2006Sold$478,000+47.1%$385/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    6/6/2003Sold$325,000+50.1%$262/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    10/24/2000Sold$216,500+48.3%$174/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    10/24/1997Sold$146,000$118/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$8,080 +51%$775,000 +49.2%
    2024$5,350 +2.4%$519,319 +2%
    2023$5,227 +1.7%$509,137 +2%
    2022$5,139 +1.1%$499,154 +2%
    2021$5,084 -2.8%$489,367 +1%
    2020$5,231 +3.1%$484,350 +4.4%
    2019$5,074 -5.5%$464,000
    2018$5,371 -14.4%$464,000
    2017$6,276 $464,000 +5.5%
    2016$6,276 +3%$440,000 +7.1%
    2015$6,092 +8.9%$411,000 +8.3%
    2014$5,594 $379,525 +25%
    2013-- $303,620
    2012-- $303,620 -6%
    2011-- $323,000 -3.3%
    2010-- $334,000
    2009-- $334,000 -12.6%
    2008-- $382,000 -21.7%
    2007-- $487,560 +41.6%
    2006-- $344,335 +2%
    2005-- $337,584 +2%
    2004-- $330,965 +47.1%
    2003-- $224,934 +2%
    2002-- $220,524 +2%
    2001$3,722 +38%$216,200 +42.6%
    2000$2,698 $151,575
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 92688

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