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2 Beds
2 Baths
1,117 sqft

$679,999

42 Via Contento, Rancho Santa Margarita CA, 92688

Price per sqft$608.77
Built in1990
Property size1,117 sqft
Property typeCondominium
Listed by Kristen Grinnell CA DRE# 02045642 with zRE Group 949-232-8211

Overview

Active

Listed Jun 24, 2026

Updated 28h ago

Priced to sell! Welcome to effortless living in the heart of Rancho Santa Margarita. Perfectly positioned as a private ground-floor corner residence, this adorable updated home offers the rare combination of move-in-ready convenience, modern updates, and the resort-style lifestyle Orange County is known for. Thoughtfully updated throughout, the home features brand-new flooring, paint, new window blinds, and a new water heater! ENTIRE CONDO HAS BEEN RE-PIPED! Move- in ready, contemporary space that's ready to enjoy from day one. The desirable corner location welcomes an abundance of natural light while offering added privacy and an inviting HUGE wrap around patio perfect for morning coffee, evening wine. Designed for easy living, the open-concept floor plan offers a seamless flow between the living, dining, and kitchen spaces. To make your move even easier, the home includes the refrigerator, LG stackable washer, and dryer, allowing you to settle in from day one. Ownership includes access to the exceptional SAMLARC amenities, featuring the Beach Club Lagoon, Lake, multiple resort-style pools, parks, tennis and pickleball courts, playgrounds, miles of scenic hiking and biking trails, and a year-round calendar of community events! Ideally located just minutes from Rancho Santa Margarita Lake, Tijeras Creek Golf Club, award-winning schools, shopping, dining, and convenient access to the 241 Toll Road, this home places the very best of South Orange County right outside your door. Whether you're purchasing your first home, downsizing, or searching for a low-maintenance Orange County retreat, this turnkey residence offers comfort, convenience, and an exceptional lifestyle in one of South Orange County's most desirable master-planned communities. Beautifully updated, ideally located, and completely move-in ready—this is the one you've been waiting for.

$4,524/mo

Est. mortgage payment based on a $679,999 home price.

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Additional information

MLS® ID
PW26072031

Interior Features

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Fireplace
Yes
Cooling
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
No

Exterior Features

Lot Size
2.12 Acres

Other Property Details

Association Fee Frequency
Monthly
Secondary Association Fee
$81
Secondary Association Fee Frequency
Monthly
Garage
Yes
55+/Senior Community
No
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Listed by Kristen Grinnell CA DRE# 02045642 with zRE Group 949-232-8211

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