$999,000
3Beds3Baths1,743SqFt
149 EncantadoRancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688Belterraza
Sold
3 Calle Albarda sold on October 10, 2025 for $1,000,000, 0.3% above the $997,500 asking price after 57 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.
3 Calle Albarda, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
- 2 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,272 sq ft
- 0.28-acre lot
- Built 1989
$1,000,000
The home
About 3 Calle Albarda
Charming Rancho Santa Margarita Home on Cul-de-Sac | Spacious Lot & Prime Location.Welcome to this beautifully maintained home nestled at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac in the heart of Rancho Santa Margarita. This desirable single-story residence features 2 bedrooms, 2 updated bathrooms, and a versatile den/office that can easily serve as a third bedroom.Spacious living room with vaulted ceilings, a cozy gas/wood-burning fireplace, and an inviting dining area--perfect for entertaining. The kitchen offers classic charm with oak cabinetry, tile countertops, and a full suite of appliances including a freestanding range, microwave, and dishwasher.The generous primary suite includes plush carpet, plantation shutters, a convenient pocket closet, and an ensuite bath with travertine tile flooring, granite countertops, a dual-sink vanity, and radiant floor heating for added comfort.French doors from living room open to a large, private backyard featuring an open brick patio, a lemon tree, and a fenced yard--ideal for outdoor living and entertaining. The front yard and oversized lot offer exceptional curb appeal and potential.Additional highlights include a 2-car attached garage with a spacious driveway for extra parking, and a well-maintained front lawn. As part of the exclusive SAMLARC community, you'll have access to premier amenities, including the Beach Club, pools, parks, and a wide array of recreational and social activities. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy nearby O'Niell Regional park and the Santa Ana mountain range. Conveniently located near toll roads, shopping, dining, and entertainment. Don't miss the opportunity to live in one of Rancho Santa Margarita's most central and sought-after neighborhoods!
Property details for 3 Calle Albarda
This 2-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County. It offers 1,272 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1989. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 833-432-56. Highlights include a community pool, a fireplace, single-story living, an attached two-car garage, a 0.28-acre lot, 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
- $1,000,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,272 sqft
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 1
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 0.2847 Acres
- Year Built
- 1989
- MLS® Number
- P1-23243
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $87 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- PublicRecords
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- P1-23243
- Year Built
- 1989
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,272
- Living Area Source
- Public Records
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 12,400
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.2847
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- View
- None
- HOA Dues
- $87
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- SAMLARC
- Parcel Number
- 83343256
- On Market Date
- 2025-07-16
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Tile Counters, Attic, Primary Suite
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Free Standing Range, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Gas, Living Room, Raised Hearth, Wood Burning
- Laundry
- Electric Dryer Hookup, In Garage
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Blinds, Plantation Shutters
- Doors
- French Doors
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Traditional, Patio Home
- Exterior Features
- Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Concrete
- Construction
- Drywall, Hardiplank Type, Stucco
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Cul De Sac, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Steep Slope, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Brick, Open, Patio
- Parking
- Door Single, Driveway, Garage
- Fencing
- Vinyl, Wood
- Pool Features
- None, Association
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community Features
- Community Features
- Biking, Dog Park, Golf, Hiking, Lake, Park, Storm Drains, Sidewalks
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Golf Course, Meeting Room, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Pet Restrictions, Tennis Courts
The record
Property History for 3 Calle Albarda
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2025 | Sold | $1,000,000 | |
| Jul 16, 2025 | Listed for sale | $997,500 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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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
- 263
- Median price
- $1,320,000
- Median days on market
- 17
- Median per sq ft
- $633
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Sep 27, 2025 to Sep 27, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
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Listed by Ruben Reinoso of Engel & Voelkers La Canada
Listing information updated Oct 20, 2025 at 3:06 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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