For sale · Pending

35 Via Encanto

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

$975,000
Bedrooms & bathrooms3 Beds • 3 Baths
Living area1,723 Sq Ft
Lot size0.0643 acres
Property typeSingle Family Residence
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Listing broker / agent: First Team Real Estate · Gilbert Suniga · 714-328-9883 · CRMLS

MLS # PW26170734 · Last checked Nov 14, 2026 19:53 UTC

About this property

*Solar Paid off, enjoy clean energy* Welcome to 35 Via Encanto, a beautifully remodeled home located in the desirable Villavante community of Rancho Santa Margarita. This exceptional two-story residence offers modern upgrades, privacy, and breathtaking views of the surrounding hills and mountains. Situated in a desirable location within the community, this home offers the rare combination of no neighbors directly behind and beautiful views from the backyard and primary suite balcony. Step inside to a bright and inviting open-concept floor plan featuring a spacious living room with a gas fireplace, recessed lighting, and a seamless flow between the living, dining, and kitchen areas. The remodeled kitchen features updated cabinetry and drawers, quartz countertops, modern finishes, and plenty of storage. The open layout creates the perfect setting for everyday living. A versatile downstairs office provides the perfect space for working from home, studying, or a private retreat. Upstairs, you will find all bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with a private balcony showcasing hillside and mountain views. The remodeled primary bathroom offers a spa-like feel with a beautiful soaking tub and updated finishes. Additional features include partially remodeled bathrooms, walk-in showers, shower/tub combinations, dual-pane windows with privacy-reflective film, central A/C and heat, recessed lighting throughout, and an attached two-car garage with epoxy flooring and washer/dryer hookups. Enjoy your private backyard with no neighbors behind and stunning views of the surrounding hills and mountains. The low-maintenance artificial turf creates the perfect outdoor space for relaxing or entertaining. The side yard also features artificial turf for added convenience. Located in the sought-after Villavante community, residents enjoy access to pools, parks, walking trails, and recreational facilities. The home is conveniently located near Tijeras Creek Golf Club, Rancho Santa Margarita Town Center, Mercado Del Lago, shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation. Families will appreciate the highly regarded schools within the Saddleback Valley Unified School District, including Arroyo Vista Elementary School, Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate School, and Trabuco Hills High School. This beautifully updated home combines modern upgrades, privacy, incredible views, and the Rancho Santa Margarita lifestyle. Don’t miss your opportunity.

Property details

MLS number
PW26170734
Status
Pending
Type
Residential
Subtype
Single Family Residence
Beds / baths
3 Beds • 3 Baths
Living area
1,723 Sq Ft
Lot size
0.0643 acres
County
Orange
Year built
1993
Stories
2
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Listing

Days on market
85

Building

Year built
1993
Year built source
Public Records
Architectural style
Mediterranean
Stories
2
Building stories
2
Levels
Two
Entry level
1
Construction
Asphalt, Block, Drywall, Glass, Concrete, Stucco
Roof
Tile
Foundation
Slab
Condition
Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
Living area source
Public Records

Bathrooms

Full bathrooms
3

Rooms & interior

Main-level bedrooms
0
Main-level bathrooms
1
Rooms
Bonus Room, Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other
Appliances
Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood
Interior features
Built In Features, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, All Bedrooms Up, Walk In Closets
Flooring
Tile, Vinyl
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Living Room
Laundry
Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
Accessibility features
Safe Emergency Egress From Home

Exterior & parking

Total parking spaces
2
Garage spaces
2
Parking
Garage Faces Front, Garage
Attached garage
Yes
Pool
In Ground, Association
Spa
Association, Heated, In Ground
Patio / porch
Concrete, Enclosed, Patio
Exterior features
Rain Gutters
Lot features
Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Landscaped, Near Park, Sprinkler System, Walkstreet
Lot size source
Public Records
Fencing
Block, Good Condition, Wood, Wrought Iron
Property outlook
Canyon, Hills, Mountains, Neighborhood, Panoramic, Trees Woods

Utilities & community

Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community features
Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Golf, Gutters, Hiking, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Urban, Park
Association amenities
Outdoor Cooking Area, Other Courts, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts, Trails

Fees & lease terms

Association
Yes
Association fee
$199.00
Association fee frequency
Monthly
Additional association fee
$87.00
Additional fee frequency
Monthly

Schools reported in the listing

Elementary school
Arroyo Vista
Middle / junior school
Arroyo Seco
High school
Tesoro
High school district
Capistrano Unified

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Nearby public schools

Within 5 miles

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Nearby California public school locations, sorted by distance
School / districtGradesDistance
Arroyo Vista Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita 6–8 0.6 mi
Arroyo Vista Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita K–5 0.6 mi
Philip J. Reilly Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Mission Viejo K–5 0.7 mi
Tijeras Creek Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita K–5 1.3 mi
Castille Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Mission Viejo K–5 2.1 mi
Fred Newhart Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Mission Viejo 6–8 2.1 mi
Las Flores Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita K–5 2.1 mi
Las Flores Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Las Flores 6–8 2.1 mi

Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.

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Price and tax history

Asking price

Current asking price
$975,000
MLS-reported original asking price
$1,049,000
MLS-reported previous asking price
$999,000
MLS-reported last price change
2026-09-03 15:16 UTC
Asking prices observed by this listing service
Observed (UTC)Asking price
Oct 2, 2026 05:41$975,000

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Property taxes

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Market trends in Rancho Santa Margarita

Active residential homes for sale in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, available through this website's authorized feed. Includes residential subtypes; excludes rentals. Not the entire market or a valuation of this property.

Available listings85Current authorized inventory
Median asking price$869,88885 listings with a valid price
Median asking price / sq ft$623.5384 listings with confirmed sq ft
Median days on market4385 listings with MLS-reported days

Observed price activity · past 30 days

Listings with a reduction28
Listings with an increase0

28 currently active listings have an observed price-change pair ending in this period. A listing can appear in both counts.

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