138 Via Contento
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Listing broker / agent: Nordine Realty, Inc · Mary Hale · 562-761-9792 · CRMLS
MLS # PW26133165 · Last checked Nov 14, 2026 19:58 UTC
About this property
PRICE REDUCED ~ MOTIVATED SELLER!!! Great HOA!!! Welcome to Tijeras Creek Villas, where luxury, comfort, & resort-style living come together in one of RSM's most desirable communities. Ideally situated in a prime location within the complex, this beautiful residence offers exceptional convenience with a private one-car garage, an additional covered carport space, & additional parking placard to park in other unassigned parking spots including unassigned carports (3 total spaces!). Easy access to community amenities. A charming villa-style courtyard entrance welcomes you home, leading to a thoughtfully designed single-level downstairs floor plan with no interior or exterior stairs & filled with natural light. Tastefully upgraded throughout, featuring beautiful wood-style flooring, elegant crown molding, recessed lighting, & a remodeled kitchen complete with dishwasher, newer stove & newer fridge (all included!). Designed for everyday living & entertaining. The spacious living area centers around a gas fireplace & flows seamlessly to an expansive wrap-around patio (with sound-reducing window panels), creating the perfect indoor-outdoor lifestyle. A 2nd private patio off the guest bedroom provides an additional retreat for relaxing & enjoying the So Cal weather. Both generously sized bedrooms feature en suite bathrooms, offering comfort & privacy for residents & guests alike. The primary suite includes dual sinks, a separate toilet room, & a step-in shower. Storage is abundant, with two floor-to-ceiling closets in each bedroom & multiple other closets for linens, coats... Stackable washer & dryer conveniently located in the in-unit laundry closet. Residents enjoy the luxurious Tijeras Creek Villas amenities, including two sparkling pools, two spas, a sauna, a fitness center with complimentary cable TV channels, WiFi in the swim & workout areas, two great playgrounds, & BBQ areas with HOA-provided gas. Ideally located adjacent to the breathtaking Tijeras Creek Golf Club & just minutes from John Wayne Airport, shopping, dining, & the Lago Santa Margarita Beach Club—an idyllic destination to relax & unwind. HOA dues grant residents access to all of the SAMLARC.org amenities (Beach Club, etc.)! Located in the highly regarded Capistrano Unified School District (known for strong academic performance & test scores) & very close to several well respected private schools. Experience resort-style living in one of OC's most coveted locations.
Property details
- MLS number
- PW26133165
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Condominium
- Beds / baths
- 2 Beds • 2 Baths
- Living area
- 1,117 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 2.5743 acres
- County
- Orange
- Year built
- 1992
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 118
Building
- Year built
- 1992
- Year built source
- Public Records
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Entry level
- 1
- Construction
- Stucco
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 2
- Main-level bathrooms
- 2
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Microwave, Dryer, Washer
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fans, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Bar, All Bedrooms Down, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Gas, Living Room
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Closet, Stacked
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 1
- Garage spaces
- 1
- Parking
- Assigned, Carport, Garage
- Attached garage
- No
- Pool
- Community, Fenced, In Ground, Association
- Spa
- Association, Community, Heated
- Patio / porch
- Wrap Around
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Property outlook
- Neighborhood
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Community features
- Golf, Park, Pool
- Association amenities
- Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Other, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Sauna, Spa Hot Tub, Trash
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $475.00
- Association fee frequency
- Monthly
- Additional association fee
- $91.00
- Additional fee frequency
- Monthly
Schools reported in the listing
- High school district
- Capistrano Unified
School information is supplied with the listing. Confirm current attendance boundaries and enrollment eligibility directly with the school district.
Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Arroyo Vista Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | 6–8 | 0.3 mi |
| Arroyo Vista Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | K–5 | 0.3 mi |
| Tijeras Creek Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | K–5 | 0.9 mi |
| Philip J. Reilly Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Mission Viejo | K–5 | 1.2 mi |
| Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate Saddleback Valley Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | 7–8 | 2.2 mi |
| Las Flores Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | K–5 | 2.4 mi |
| Las Flores Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Las Flores | 6–8 | 2.4 mi |
| Cielo Vista Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | K–6 | 2.5 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $674,999
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $683,000
- MLS-reported previous asking price
- $683,000
- MLS-reported last price change
- 2026-07-31 22:08 UTC
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 08:52 | $674,999 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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