Welcome to Rancho Santa Margarita, one of California's safest and most picturesque cities! Perfectly situated near the tranquil RSM Lake and the exclusive Beach Club, 26 Via Carino offers a prime location for both relaxation and recreation. This charming two-bedroom, one-bath condo is perched on the second floor, providing a bright and airy living space bathed in natural light and adorned with neutral, modern tones. The unit features a versatile secondary bedroom currently set up as a loft with a walk-in closet, ideal for use as a home office, guest room, or creative space. A one-car detached garage adds convenience and extra storage, enhancing the overall appeal. Residents enjoy full access to Rancho Santa Margaritas exceptional amenities, including multiple community pools, tennis courts, and the highly sought-after Beach Club. Here, you can bask in lakeside serenity, partake in paddleboarding or kayaking, and attend exclusive member eventsall while surrounded by stunning natural beauty. This property is free from Mello-Roos taxes, making it even more attractive for owner-occupants or savvy investors. Plus, with FHA and VA approval, financing options are accessible and flexible. Dont miss this opportunity to embrace the quintessential Southern California lifestyle!
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Bathrooms On Main Level: 1
- Bathroom 1 Features: Bathtub, Shower in Tub
Interior Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Living Room Balcony
- Living Room Deck Attached
- Open Floorplan
- Pantry
- Recessed Lighting
- Flooring: Laminate
Appliances
- Kitchen Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Disposal, Range Hood, Water Heater
- Appliances YN: Yes
- Laundry Features: In Closet
Other Rooms
- Entry, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Loft, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Forced Air
- Heating: Yes
Kitchen and Dining
- Breakfast Room Description: In Living Room
Pool and Spa
- Pool Features: Association, Community, In Ground
- Spa Features: Spa: Yes, Spa Features: Association, Community, In Ground
Waterfront and Water Access
Exterior and Lot Features
- Patio And Porch Features: Patio YN: Yes, Patio And Porch Features: Deck
- Road Frontage Type: City Street
- Road Surface Type: Paved
Land Info
- Lot Description: Greenbelt, Landscaped, Near Public Transit, Park Nearby
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
Garage and Parking
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Garage Description: Detached
- Parking Features: Parking YN: Yes, Parking Features: Garage, Garage - Single Door
- Parking Total: 1
Home Features
- View: Neighborhood, Park/Greenbelt
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Barbecue, Outdoor Cooking Area, Picnic Area, Playground, Dog Park, Tennis Court(s), Bocce Ball Court, Clubhouse, Recreation Room
- Association Fee: 400
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee 2: 71
- Association Fee 2 Frequency: Monthly
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 471
School Information
- Elementary School: Cielo Vist
- High School: Trabuco Hills
- Middle School: Rancho Santa Margarita
- School District: Saddleback Valley Unified
Multi-Unit Info
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Golf, Hiking, Lake, Park, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban
Other Property Info
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Orange
- Directions: Antonio Parkway to Alas De Paz
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Exclusions: Staging
- Inclusions: Washer and Dryer
- Area: R1 - Rancho Santa Margarita North
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: Mission Courts (R2) (MC)
- Parcel Number: 93195257
- Subdivision: Mission Courts (R2) (MC)
- Property Subtype: Condominium
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 781
- Year Built: 1986
- Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
- Entry Level: 2
- Entry Location: 2nd Floor
- Living Area Source: Assessor
- Property Age: 38
- Property Attached: Yes
- Property Condition: Turnkey
- Levels or Stories: Two
- Building Total Stories: 2
- Structure Type: Multi Family
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Cable Available
- Electricity Connected
- Sewer Connected
- Water Connected
- Water Source: Public
