$975,000
3Beds3Baths1,723SqFt
35 Via EncantoRancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688Villavante
Sold
273 Montana Del Lago sold on April 15, 2026 for $962,000, 1.3% below the $975,000 asking price after 125 days on the market, including an earlier listing; it was first listed at $989,900. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.
273 Montana Del Lago, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,529 sq ft
- Built 1997
$962,000
Subdivision Cierra del Lago
The home
About 273 Montana Del Lago
Welcome to 273 Montana Del Lago, a truly one-of-a-kind DETACHED residence tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in the exclusive enclave of Cierra del Lago—the only community of DETACHED homes bordering RSM Lake. This serene cul-de-sac setting offers exceptional privacy, minimal traffic, and a peaceful lakeside atmosphere rarely found in Rancho Santa Margarita.
This architectural masterpiece delivers a striking fusion of art and design, with a thoughtfully curated interior that reflects the owner’s handcrafted artistic vision at every turn. From distinctive architectural details to refined high-end finishes, creativity and sophistication are seamlessly woven throughout the home. The residence features 3 bedrooms plus a loft, and a chef’s kitchen outfitted with a Miele refrigerator, Bertazzoni induction range and dishwasher, Quartz Lumix countertops, marble and engineered wood flooring, a linear fireplace, and custom artistic track lighting.
The loft showcases an industrial-artistic ceiling with exposed rebar and rope, while the second-floor staircase is enhanced by a soffitted ceiling, vintage lighting, and charming brick veneer walls—creating a warm and dramatic architectural focal point. Additional upgrades include remodeled bathrooms, a new primary shower with porcelain and Trex wood finishes, a newer A/C unit, all-new doors with opaque glass, and a custom-designed garage featuring a tin roof, African mahogany storage cabinetry, and track lighting.
Step outside to a private, low-maintenance backyard with artificial grass, landscape uplighting, a freshly painted exterior, and 3M UV-protected windows—perfect for relaxed indoor-outdoor living. The community offers a resort-style pool and spa, and SAMLARC Lake and the Beach Club Lagoon are just steps away, providing effortless access to lakeside recreation.
Quietly positioned on a cul-de-sac and completely DETACHED, this rare offering redefines lakeside living in Rancho Santa Margarita.
Property details for 273 Montana Del Lago
This 3-bedroom, 3-bath condo sits in the Cierra del Lago neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County. It offers 1,529 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1997. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 930-831-60. Highlights include mountain views, a community pool and spa, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, central air, and an updated home. 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
- $962,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,529 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- N/A
- Year Built
- 1997
- MLS® Number
- OC26042116
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $331 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Condominium
- MLS Number
- OC26042116
- Year Built
- 1997
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,529
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Mountains, Neighborhood
- HOA Dues
- $240
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Cierra Del Lago
- Parcel Number
- 93083160
- On Market Date
- 2026-02-25
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Brick Walls, Crown Molding, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Track Lighting, Wired For Sound, Attic, Dressing Area, Entrance Foyer, Loft, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets, Workshop
- Appliances
- Built In Range, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Energy Star Qualified Appliances, Energy Star Qualified Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Free Standing Range, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Flooring
- Stone, Wood
- Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Fireplaces
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room, See Remarks
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Closet
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Blinds, Custom Coverings, Double Pane Windows, Drapes, Screens, Tinted Windows
- Doors
- Sliding Doors
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Mediterranean, Modern
- Exterior Features
- Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Concrete, Spanish Tile, Tile
- Construction
- Stucco, Copper Plumbing
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Corner Lot, Cul De Sac, Sprinklers In Rear, Near Park, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Rear Porch
- Parking
- Direct Access, Door Single, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Guest, No Driveway, Permit Required, On Street
- Fencing
- Stucco Wall, Wrought Iron
- Pool Features
- Community, In Ground, Association
- Spa
- Association, Community, Heated, In Ground
- Sewer
- Public Sewer, Sewer Tap Paid
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Faces
- East
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Cierra Del Lago (CDL)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Hiking, Lake, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Park, Pool
- Association Amenities
- Sport Court, Dog Park, Maintenance Grounds, Outdoor Cooking Area, Other Courts, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts, Trails
- Security
- Prewired, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
- Second HOA Dues
- $91
- Second HOA Name
- SAMLARC
The record
Property History for 273 Montana Del Lago
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 15, 2026 | Sold | $962,000 | |
| Feb 25, 2026 | Relisted | $989,900 |
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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
- 165
- Median price
- $657,500
- Median days on market
- 27
- Median per sq ft
- $640
Recorded MLS closings of condos, Sep 26, 2025 to Sep 26, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
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Schools
Schools for 273 Montana Del Lago
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Trabuco Mesa
- Middle
- Rancho Santa Margarita
- High
- Trabuco Hills
- District
- Saddleback Valley Unified
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Listed by Christina Ford of Ford Realty Group
Listing information updated Apr 15, 2026 at 11:18 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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