$730,000
3Beds2Baths1,344SqFt
12 Montana Del Lago Drive 168Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688Montana del Lago
Sold
26 Montana del Lago sold on June 30, 2026 for $737,000, 0.3% below the $739,000 asking price after 74 days on the market; it was first listed at $749,000. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.
26 Montana del Lago, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
- 2 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,440 sq ft
- Built 1990
$737,000
The home
About 26 Montana del Lago
Now priced at $739,000 and positioned among current comparable listings as the lowest price dollar per square foot 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom townhome in Rancho Santa Margarita. 26 Montana Del Lago stands out as one of the most compelling values currently on the market.
In a market where well-priced homes are drawing attention quickly, this property is intentionally positioned to stand out and attract serious buyers. With a bright, open layout and natural light throughout, the space feels welcoming and functional from the moment you enter.
The kitchen offers ample cabinetry and counter space with classic tile finishes, opening directly to the main living and dining areas for easy everyday living. Both bathrooms retain their original finishes, giving the next owner a clear opportunity to update and add value over time.
The dual primary suites create two private, well-sized retreats with en-suite baths and generous closet space. A converted garage area adds flexibility for a home office, gym, or guest space.
Step outside to a private patio, ideal for morning coffee or a quiet place to unwind.
Additional features include in-home laundry, attached garage, and practical storage throughout.
One of the standout advantages of this location is the lifestyle. Enjoy easy, walkable access to Rancho Santa Margarita Lake and the Beach Club, along with nearby parks, trails, community pool, shopping, dining, and top-rated schools.
Homes that combine price, location, and upside potential like this are not staying on the market for long. If you have been waiting for the right combination of price, potential, and location, this is it.
Property details for 26 Montana del Lago
This 2-bedroom, 3-bath townhome sits in the Montana del Lago neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County. It offers 1,440 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1990. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 930-831-23. Highlights include a community pool and spa, a fireplace, an attached one-car garage, central air, a turnkey home, and Mediterranean architecture. The detail sections on this page cover interior and exterior features, estimated taxes, HOA dues where they apply, and the map location.
Specifications
Home Details
At a glance
- Price
- $737,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,440 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- N/A
- Year Built
- 1990
- MLS® Number
- OC26019735
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $619.93 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Townhouse
- MLS Number
- OC26019735
- Year Built
- 1990
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,440
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 52,296
- Lot Size (acres)
- 1.2006
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 1
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- None
- HOA Dues
- $528.93
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Montana del Lago
- Parcel Number
- 93083123
- On Market Date
- 2026-02-10
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Balcony, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Ceramic Counters, Crown Molding, Eat In Kitchen, Multiple Staircases, Open Floorplan, Tile Counters, Unfurnished, All Bedrooms Up, Multiple Primary Suites, Primary Suite
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Free Standing Range, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Carpet, Laminate
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Gas, Gas Starter
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, See Remarks
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 2
- Common Walls
- Two Common Walls Or More, No One Above, No One Below
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows, Plantation Shutters, Screens
- Doors
- Mirrored Closet Doors, Panel Doors, Sliding Doors
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Mediterranean
- Exterior Features
- Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Common Roof
- Lot Features
- Near Park, Near Public Transit
- Patio and Porch
- Concrete, Front Porch, Open, Patio
- Parking
- Assigned, Converted Garage, Direct Access, Door Single, Garage, On Site, Permit Required
- Fencing
- Wrought Iron
- Pool Features
- Community, Fenced, Heated, In Ground, See Remarks, Association
- Spa
- Association, Heated
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Montana Del Lago (MDL)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Gutters, Lake, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Fishing, Park, Pool
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Sport Court, Maintenance Grounds, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts, Trails
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire Sprinkler System, Smoke Detectors
- Second HOA Dues
- $91
- Second HOA Name
- SAMLARC
The record
Property History for 26 Montana del Lago
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 30, 2026 | Sold | $737,000 | |
| Feb 10, 2026 | Listed for sale | $749,000 |
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The neighborhood
About Rancho Santa Margarita
Rancho Santa Margarita is a master-planned Orange County community in the foothills of the Santa Ana Mountains, bordered to the east by the Cleveland National Forest and centered on the man-made Lago Santa Margarita. Adjacent O'Neill Regional Park spans thousands of acres of oak-shaded canyon habitat, and the city is served by the Saddleback Valley Unified and Capistrano Unified school districts.
Rancho Santa Margarita home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 47
- Median price
- $879,000
- Median days on market
- 20
- Median per sq ft
- $604
Recorded MLS closings of townhomes, Sep 26, 2025 to Sep 26, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Rancho Santa Margarita sales
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Colibri | Aug 31, 2026 | $915,000 | 1,531 | $598 | 3 |
| 95 Pasto Rico | Aug 28, 2026 | $825,000 | 1,329 | $621 | 36 |
| 229 Seacountry | Aug 28, 2026 | $860,000 | 1,541 | $558 | 204 |
| 14 Brisa Ribera | Aug 26, 2026 | $700,000 | 922 | $759 | 32 |
| 155 Seacountry | Aug 13, 2026 | $725,000 | 1,080 | $671 | 12 |
Schools
School District for 26 Montana del Lago
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Saddleback Valley Unified.
Living in Rancho Santa Margarita covers its schools, parks and beaches.
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Listed by Cheryl Lynch of Compass
Listing information updated Sep 30, 2026 at 12:03 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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