18 Montana Del Lago Rancho Santa Margarita CA 92688 | MLS #OC26218211
Beautifully updated, exceptionally lightly lived in, and just steps from the Rancho Santa Margarita lifestyle! Welcome to 18 Montana Del Lago, a move-in-ready 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo offering the perfect combination of modern upgrades, a versatile floor plan, and an unbeatable location. With a bedroom and full bath on each level, the thoughtfully designed layout offers flexibility for guests, a home office, or everyday living. The light-filled interior features luxury vinyl plank flooring, an updated kitchen with contemporary cabinetry, new stainless steel appliances, and a generous pantry. Upstairs, enjoy newer carpeting and a beautifully remodeled bath with a new walk-in shower. Additional highlights include all-new windows, abundant storage, indoor laundry, a private patio perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining, and a private one-car garage with a new opener. The location is just as impressive! Stroll to beautiful Lago Santa Margarita, nearby shopping and dining, and scenic walking trails. Enjoy the Montana Del Lago community pool plus SAMLARC’s incredible amenities, including the Beach Club and Lagoon, four Jr. Olympic-sized pools, 13 parks, recreational facilities, and year-round community events. Turnkey, beautifully maintained, and ideally situated near the lake—this is Rancho Santa Margarita living at its best. Come see what makes this home special!
Property Details
Price:
$569,995
MLS #:
OC26218211
Status:
Active
Beds:
2
Baths:
2
Type:
Condo
Subtype:
Condominium
Subdivision:
Montana Del Lago MDL
Neighborhood:
r1ranchosantamargaritanorth
Listed Date:
Oct 7, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
827
Lot Size:
52,296 sqft / 1.20 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1992
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Schools
School District:
Saddleback Valley Unified
Elementary School:
Trabuco Mesa
Middle School:
Rancho Santa Margarita
High School:
Trabucco Hills
Interior
Appliances
Disposal, Microwave, Built-In Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Laminate
Heating
Central
Interior Features
Partially Furnished, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Recessed Lighting
Laundry Features
Inside, Laundry Closet, Stackable, Washer Included, Dryer Included
Levels
Two
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Main Level Bedrooms
1
Exterior
Accessibility Features
None
Architectural Style
Mediterranean
Association Amenities
Trail(s), Management, Playground, Pool, Recreation Room, Biking Trails
Common Walls
2+ Common Walls
Community Features
Watersports, Biking, Hiking, Fishing, Foothills, Lake, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Suburban, Park
Covered Spaces
1
Garage Spaces
1
Lot Features
Park Nearby
Parking Features
Garage, Permit Required, On Site, Garage – Single Door, Guest
Parking Spots
1
Parking Total
1
Patio And Porch Features
Patio
Roof
Common Roof
Stories
2
View
Neighborhood
Window Features
Double Pane Windows, Plantation Shutters, Screens
Financial
HOA Fee
$606
HOA Fee 2
$91
HOA Fee 2 Frequency
Monthly
HOA Fee Frequency
Monthly
HOA Name
Montana del Lago
HOA Name 2
SAMLARC
HOA Phone
7142852626
HOA Phone 2
9497090010
Map
Community
- Address18 Montana Del Lago Rancho Santa Margarita CA
- SubdivisionMontana Del Lago (MDL)
- CityRancho Santa Margarita
- CountyOrange
- Zip Code92688
Subdivisions in Rancho Santa Margarita
- Alicante ALI
- Avelino AVEL
- Belflora BLF
- Bella Ventana BVT
- Belterraza BTR
- Brighton Glen BG
- Brisa del Lago I BD
- Brisa del Lago II BDII
- Brisa Ladera BL
- Cabo Vista CVS
- California Tesoro CATS
- Candelero CAN
- Cantamar CANT
- Cantobrio I R1 CB1
- Castile CAST
- Corte Melina CM
- Cresta Vista CRV
- Dove Ridgepointe DRP
- El Caserio R1 EC
- Emerald Crest DCEC
- Emerald Ridge Liberty ERLH
- Fairway Ridge DFR
- Fiesta FIES
- La Tierra LTC
- La Ventana LAV
- Lakeridge DLR
- Las Flores R1 LF
- Las Flores R2 LF
- Laurels DLAU
- Los Abanicos LOSA
- Los Portillos LSP
- Lyon Promenade LYPM
- Magnolia MAGN
- Marbella MB
- Mission Courts R1 MC
- Mission Courts R2 MC
- Mission Greens R1 MG
- Mission Greens R2 MG
- MontaLaMDL
- Montana Del Lago MDL
- Montecito MO
- Montilla MNT
- Ranchwood R1 RW
- Ranchwood R2 RW
- Santa Fe SAFE
- Sausalito SAU
- Sea Country SEAC
- Serabrisa SRB
- Seranada SER
- Terracina TERC
- Tesoro Trails TESTR
- Tierra Montanosa TIEM
- Tijeras Creek Villas TCV
- Trabuco – Elms THE
- Trabuco – Promontory THP
- Trabuco – Springs THS
- Traditions TRAD
- Villavante VVT
- Vista La Cuesta VLC
- Vista Ladera R2 VL
- Vista Pointe Estates VSPE
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Condo in Rancho Santa Margarita as of Nov 05, 2026
60
Condo Listed
59
Avg DOM
643
Avg $ / SqFt
$700,513
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Montana Del Lago (MDL) subdivision, 18 Montana Del Lago Rancho Santa Margarita CA is a Condo for sale in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688. It is listed for $569,995 and features 2 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 827 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1992. The current price per square foot is $689. The average price per square foot for Condo listings in Rancho Santa Margarita is $643. The average listing price for Condo in Rancho Santa Margarita is $700,513. To schedule a showing of MLS#oc26218211 at 18 Montana Del Lago in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, contact your Compass agent at 310.409.7242.
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