$679,999
2Beds2Baths1,117SqFt
42 Via ContentoRancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688Tijeras Creek Villas
138 Via Contento, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
- 2 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,117 sq ft
- Built 1992
Subdivision Tijeras Creek Villas
16 condos sold in the past 12 months · median $582,000
The home
About 138 Via Contento
PRICE REDUCED ~ MOTIVATED SELLER!!! WOW, WOW, WOW!!! Welcome to Tijeras Creek Villas, where luxury, comfort, & resort-style living come together in one of RSM's most desirable communities. Ideally situated in a prime location within the complex, this beautiful residence offers exceptional convenience with a private one-car garage, an additional covered carport space, & additional parking placard to park in other unassigned parking spots including unassigned carports (3 total spaces!). Easy access to community amenities. A charming villa-style courtyard entrance welcomes you home, leading to a thoughtfully designed single-level downstairs floor plan with no interior or exterior stairs & filled with natural light. Tastefully upgraded throughout, featuring beautiful wood-style flooring, elegant crown molding, recessed lighting, & a remodeled kitchen complete with dishwasher, newer stove & newer fridge (all included!). Designed for everyday living & entertaining. The spacious living area centers around a gas fireplace & flows seamlessly to an expansive wrap-around patio (with sound-reducing window panels), creating the perfect indoor-outdoor lifestyle. A 2nd private patio off the guest bedroom provides an additional retreat for relaxing & enjoying the So Cal weather. Both generously sized bedrooms feature en suite bathrooms, offering comfort & privacy for residents & guests alike. The primary suite includes dual sinks, a separate toilet room, & a step-in shower. Storage is abundant, with two floor-to-ceiling closets in each bedroom & multiple other closets for linens, coats... Stackable washer & dryer conveniently located in the in-unit laundry closet. Residents enjoy the luxurious Tijeras Creek Villas amenities, including two sparkling pools, two spas, a sauna, a fitness center with complimentary cable TV channels, WiFi in the swim & workout areas, two great playgrounds, & BBQ areas with HOA-provided gas. Ideally located adjacent to the breathtaking Tijeras Creek Golf Club & just minutes from John Wayne Airport, shopping, dining, & the Lago Santa Margarita Beach Club—an idyllic destination to relax & unwind. HOA dues grant residents access to all of the SAMLARC.org amenities (Beach Club, etc.)! Located in the highly regarded Capistrano Unified School District (known for strong academic performance & test scores) & very close to several well respected private schools. Experience resort-style living in one of OC's most coveted locations.
Property details for 138 Via Contento
This 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo sits in the Tijeras Creek Villas neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita in Orange County. It offers 1,117 square feet of living space and is listed at $674,999, about $604 per square foot. The home was built in 1992. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 935-454-38. Highlights include a community pool and spa, a fireplace, single-story living, a 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
- $674,999
- Days On Site
- 107 Days
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,117 sqft
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- N/A
- Year Built
- 1992
- MLS® Number
- PW26133165
- Status
- Active
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $566 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Condominium
- MLS Number
- PW26133165
- Year Built
- 1992
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,117
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 112,135
- Lot Size (acres)
- 2.5743
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 1
- Parking Spaces
- 1
- View
- Neighborhood
- HOA Dues
- $475
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Tijeras Creek Villas
- Parcel Number
- 93545438
- On Market Date
- 2026-06-19
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Ceiling Fans, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Bar, All Bedrooms Down, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Microwave, Dryer, Washer
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Gas, Living Room
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Closet, Stacked
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- Two Common Walls Or More
- Rooms
- Laundry, Bathroom, Kitchen, Bedroom, Primary Bedroom, Living Room
Exterior Features
- Construction
- Stucco
- Patio and Porch
- Wrap Around
- Parking
- Assigned, Carport, Garage
- Pool Features
- Community, Fenced, In Ground, Association
- Spa
- Association, Community, Heated
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 345
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Tijeras Creek Villas (TCV)
- Community Features
- Golf, Park, Pool
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Other, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Sauna, Spa Hot Tub, Trash
- Second HOA Dues
- $91
The record
Property History for 138 Via Contento
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 19, 2026 | Listed for sale | $683,000 |
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.03% · 30-yr fixed$
$5,649/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$566
$4,946/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$566
$4,495/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$566
Estimated carrying cost
$1,342/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$566
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.
Tijeras Creek Villas home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 16
- Median price
- $582,000
- Median days on market
- 32
- Median per sq ft
- $641
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 Tijeras Creek Villas sales
At $604 per square foot, this home's asking price is 6% below the Tijeras Creek Villas median of $641 for condos that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Tijeras Creek Villas sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 166 Via Contento | Aug 7, 2026 | $655,000 | 1,117 | $586 | 96 |
| 34 Via Solaz | Aug 6, 2026 | $599,000 | 971 | $617 | 6 |
| 12 Via Solaz | Jul 29, 2026 | $600,000 | 1,170 | $513 | 0 |
| 147 Via Contento | Jul 16, 2026 | $685,000 | 1,117 | $613 | 54 |
| 28 Via Alivio | Jul 6, 2026 | $565,000 | 971 | $582 | 85 |
Schools
School District for 138 Via Contento
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Capistrano Unified.
Living in Rancho Santa Margarita covers its schools, parks and beaches.
Location
Location
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Listed by Mary Hale of Nordine Realty, Inc
Listing information updated Sep 7, 2026 at 3:02 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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