$999,000
3Beds3Baths1,743SqFt
149 EncantadoRancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688Belterraza
189 Encantado Canyon, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
- 2 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,230 sq ft
- Built 1992
Subdivision Belterraza
The home
About 189 Encantado Canyon
Welcome home to this beautifully upgraded, single story Belterraza condo. It backs directly to the 6th green of the prestigious Tijeras Creek Golf Course. Enjoy breathtaking golf course views and a backyard that is truly an entertainer’s dream come true — the perfect setting for relaxing evenings, weekend gatherings, and outdoor dining.
Inside, the home features an almost brand-new kitchen complete with elegant marble countertops and stylish european cabinets with brushed gold pulls, creating a modern and sophisticated feel. Additional upgrades throughout the property include dual pane windows and sliders, luxury vinyl flooring, recessed lighting, shutters, and paneled doors that add both comfort and timeless appeal. Additional highlights include both a one-car attached garage and a separate one-car detached garage, providing ample parking and storage options.
As part of the highly sought-after SMLARC association, residents enjoy access to an incredible array of amenities including tennis and pickleball courts, sparkling pools, a swim club with a sandy beach, and countless community activities for all ages. This is resort-style living at its finest in one of Rancho Santa Margarita’s most desirable communities.
Property details for 189 Encantado Canyon
This 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo sits in the Belterraza neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County. It offers 1,230 square feet of living space and is listed at $825,000, about $671 per square foot. The home was built in 1992. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 935-452-06. Highlights include golf course views, a community pool and spa, a fireplace, single-story living, an attached two-car garage, and central air. 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
- $825,000
- Days On Site
- 139 Days
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,230 sqft
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- N/A
- Year Built
- 1992
- MLS® Number
- OC26090580
- Status
- Active
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Condominium
- MLS Number
- OC26090580
- Year Built
- 1992
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,230
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 4,073
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.0935
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Golf Course
- HOA Dues
- $469
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Belterraza
- Parcel Number
- 93545206
- On Market Date
- 2026-05-17
- Listing Terms
- Trust
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Appliances
- Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave
- Flooring
- Vinyl
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, In Garage
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- One Common Wall, End Unit, No One Below
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows, Shutters
- Accessibility
- No Stairs
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen, Primary Bedroom, Living Room
Exterior Features
- Roof
- Spanish Tile
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, On Golf Course, Near Public Transit, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Concrete
- Parking
- Direct Access, Garage
- Fencing
- Stucco Wall, Wrought Iron
- Pool Features
- Association
- Spa
- Association
- Sewer
- Sewer Tap Paid
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Units
- 126
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Belterraza (BTR)
- Community Features
- Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Association Amenities
- Maintenance Grounds, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
- Second HOA Dues
- $91
- Second HOA Name
- SAMLARC
The record
Property History for 189 Encantado Canyon
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 17, 2026 | Listed for sale | $825,000 |
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.03% · 30-yr fixed$
$6,213/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $82,500 down
Principal & interest$4,955
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$309
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$708
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$241
HOANot reported, not included
$5,353/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $165,000 down
Principal & interest$4,404
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$708
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$241
HOANot reported, not included
$4,803/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $247,500 down
Principal & interest$3,854
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$708
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$241
HOANot reported, not included
Estimated carrying cost
$949/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$708
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$241
HOANot reported, not included
Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.03% (week of Sep 24, 2026); your rate will differ. A loan this size is typically a jumbo loan, which prices differently. Tax and insurance are modelled, not billed amounts; tax uses a typical Rancho Santa Margarita rate, excluding Mello-Roos. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.
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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.
Price per square foot against recent Rancho Santa Margarita sales
At $671 per square foot, this home's asking price is close to the Rancho Santa Margarita median of $640 for condos that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Rancho Santa Margarita sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Carmesi | Sep 22, 2026 | $625,000 | 1,049 | $596 | 26 |
| 110 Timbre | Sep 21, 2026 | $586,000 | 990 | $592 | 9 |
| 7 Silktassel | Sep 18, 2026 | $448,000 | 781 | $574 | 167 |
| 59 Via Cordoba | Sep 16, 2026 | $705,000 | 1,318 | $535 | 48 |
| 37 Via Lavendera | Sep 16, 2026 | $516,000 | 804 | $642 | 18 |
Schools
Schools for 189 Encantado Canyon
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Arroyo Vista
- Middle
- Arroyo Seco
- High
- Tesoro
- District
- Capistrano Unified
Living in Rancho Santa Margarita covers its schools, parks and beaches.
Location
Location
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Listed by Fred Highley of Rise Realty
Listing information updated Aug 31, 2026 at 1:27 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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