$614,900
2Beds2Baths888SqFt
18 MarinoRancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688Belflora
8 Dorado, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
- 2 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,050 sq ft
- Built 1989
Subdivision Belflora
8 condos sold in the past 12 months · median $617,500
The home
About 8 Dorado
Welcome to this beautifully maintained 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo in the highly desirable community of Rancho Santa Margarita. This inviting home offers a great combination of comfort, convenience, and an exceptional lifestyle in one of South Orange County’s most sought after communities. The updated kitchen features refreshed countertops and sink, updated appliances, and a brand new dishwasher. Additional recent improvements include a new water heater, and repiping completed in 2025. The thoughtfully maintained interior is move in ready and provides a comfortable space to call home. The primary suite offers generous space, a large en-suite bathroom, and a walk-in closet. The second bedroom is also spacious and versatile, easily accommodating both a sleeping area and a home office setup. Uniquely positioned on the second floor, this condo enjoys a premium location within the community. A welcoming front patio and an expansive side balcony provide multiple outdoor living spaces, ideal for relaxing or entertaining while taking in beautiful mountain, sunset, and garden views. One of the rare features of this home is direct access to the garage with ample storage. Ideally located close to the playground and a nearby pool, this home also offers exceptional convenience with close proximity to major shopping, dining, and entertainment. Enjoy being within walking distance of the scenic Rancho Santa Margarita Lake, perfect for evening strolls, dining, and enjoying the vibrant local atmosphere. Residents enjoy an exceptional array of amenities, including access to the RSM Beach Club, 13 parks, multiple community pools, playgrounds, and sports courts. Miles of hiking and biking trails are nearby, with scenic O’Neill Regional Park just minutes away. Ideally situated near top-rated schools, shopping, dining, and convenient access to the 241 Toll Road, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and the vibrant Rancho Santa Margarita lifestyle.
Property details for 8 Dorado
This 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo sits in the Belflora neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County. It offers 1,050 square feet of living space and is listed at $675,000, about $643 per square foot. The home was built in 1989. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 932-145-20. Highlights include hill views, a community pool and spa, a fireplace, an attached one-car garage, central air, and a turnkey 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
- $675,000
- Days On Site
- 47 Days
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,050 sqft
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- N/A
- Year Built
- 1989
- MLS® Number
- OC26180888
- Status
- Active
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $573 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Condominium
- MLS Number
- OC26180888
- Year Built
- 1989
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,050
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 52,155
- Lot Size (acres)
- 1.1973
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 1
- Parking Spaces
- 1
- View
- Park Greenbelt, Hills, Trees Woods
- HOA Dues
- $482
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Belflora
- Parcel Number
- 93214520
- On Market Date
- 2026-08-18
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Built In Features, Balcony, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Carpet, Vinyl
- Heating
- Central, Fireplaces, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Closet
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 2
- Common Walls
- Two Common Walls Or More, End Unit, No One Above
- Accessibility
- Parking
- Rooms
- Other, Bathroom, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Entry Foyer, Laundry, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom
Exterior Features
- Construction
- Stucco
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre
- Patio and Porch
- Front Porch, Patio
- Parking
- Garage
- Fencing
- Wrought Iron
- Pool Features
- Fenced, Heated, In Ground, Lap, Association
- Spa
- Association, Heated, In Ground
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Belflora (BLF)
- Community Features
- Biking, Hiking, Lake, Park, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
- Association Amenities
- Call For Rules, Clubhouse, Sport Court, Fitness Center, Management, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Pets Allowed, Recreation Room, Spa Hot Tub, Trails
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
- Second HOA Dues
- $91
- Second HOA Name
- SAMLARC
The record
Property History for 8 Dorado
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 18, 2026 | Listed for sale | $675,000 |
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.03% · 30-yr fixed$
$5,656/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $67,500 down
Principal & interest$4,054
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$253
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$579
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$197
HOA from listing$573
$4,953/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $135,000 down
Principal & interest$3,604
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$579
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$197
HOA from listing$573
$4,502/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $202,500 down
Principal & interest$3,153
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$579
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$197
HOA from listing$573
Estimated carrying cost
$1,349/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.03%)$579
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$197
HOA from listing$573
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.
Belflora home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 8
- Median price
- $617,500
- Median days on market
- 23
- Median per sq ft
- $609
Recorded MLS closings of condos, Sep 27, 2025 to Sep 27, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent Belflora sales
At $643 per square foot, this home's asking price is 6% above the Belflora median of $609 for condos that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Belflora sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Carmesi | Sep 22, 2026 | $625,000 | 1,049 | $596 | 26 |
| 6 Leonado | Sep 1, 2026 | $625,000 | 1,102 | $567 | 19 |
| 7 Cetrino | Jul 8, 2026 | $610,000 | 1,102 | $554 | 13 |
| 20 Carmesi | Jun 10, 2026 | $667,000 | 1,058 | $630 | 28 |
| 27 Castano | Mar 16, 2026 | $430,000 | 692 | $621 | 76 |
Schools
School District for 8 Dorado
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Saddleback Valley Unified.
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Location
Location
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Listed by Brian Schiefer of Harcourts Place
Listing information updated Sep 30, 2026 at 9:41 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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