$591,840 - $644,000
RENTED AUG 15, 2025

177 Via Contento Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

2 Beds
2 Baths
908 Sq Ft
2,431 Sq Ft Lot

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • In Ground Pool
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Arroyo Vista K-8 Rated A
  • No Units Above
  • Community Lake

About This Home

As of August 2025

Tijeras Creek Villas Carriage Unit - Peaceful, Private Location Next To Large Greenbelt, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 1 Car Detached Garage Directly Below Unit, 1 Parking Permit, Wood Floors Throughout, In Process Of Being Painted In All White, Fireplace, Blinds, 2 Large Balconies, Mirrored Wardrobe Doors, Walk-In Shower, Community Pool, Spa & Gym, Stackable Washer/Dryer Included, Refrigerator Included, Available Now! ***Super Cute*** Don't Miss This One. ***Good Credit Is A Must***

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Christina Ford

Ford Realty, Inc. Brokerage Phone: 949-922-3673 License #00917868 Listed on: 07/15/2025

Co-Listed By

Joyce Groe

Ford Realty, Inc. Brokerage Phone: 949-922-3673 License #01271314

Last Renter's Agent

Christina Ford

Ford Realty, Inc. Brokerage Phone: 949-922-3673 License #00917868 Listed on: 07/15/2025

Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,146

Year Built

  • Built in 1990

Lot Details

  • No Units Above
  • End Unit
  • No Units Located Below
  • 1 Common Wall
  • Fenced
  • Stucco Fence

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Single Garage Door
  • Garage Door Opener
  • No Driveway
  • Guest Parking

Property Views

  • Park or Greenbelt
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Entry on the 2nd floor
  • Turnkey
  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 908 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Blinds
  • Window Screens
  • Entryway
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • All Upper Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Dressing Area
  • Mirrored Closets Doors
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Home Security

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • In Ground Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Suburban Location

Schools

  • Tesoro High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Sewer Paid
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $2,950
  • Rent includes association dues, trash collection
  • 12-Month Minimum Lease Term
  • Available 8/14/19
  • Tax Lot 3
  • Tax Tract Number 13560
  • Assessor Parcel Number 93545479
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • 343 Units
  • Tijeras Creek Villas Association, Phone Number (949) 716-3998
  • First Service Association, Phone Number (949) 448-6000
  • Powerstone HOA
  • Built by San Juan Group
  • Tijeras Creek Villas Subdivision, Upper Floorplan
  • Community Lake

Amenities

  • Community Barbecue Grill

Recreation

  • Pickleball Courts
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa
  • Park
  • Hiking Trails
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Limit on the number of pets
  • Breed Restrictions

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,146

Year Built

Built in 1990

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Rental Info

  • Additional Rent For Pets: Yes
  • Cashiers Check: 1ST Month Rent, Pet Deposit, Security Deposit
  • Available Date: 2019-08-14
  • Credit Check: Yes
  • Credit Check Paid By: Tenant
  • Deposit Security: 2950
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Pets Allowed: Breed Restrictions, Number Limit, Yes
  • Total Move In Costs: 5900.00
  • Transfer Fee Paid By: Tenant

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: Multi Family
  • Assessments: No
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Stackable Washer/Dryer
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name Other: Tijeras Creek Villas (TCV)
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Parcel Number: 93545479
  • Year Built: 1990
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 908.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Balcony, Tile Counters
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry Location: 2
  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall, End Unit, No One Above, No One Below
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Door Features: Mirror Closet Door(s)
  • Eating Area: Dining Room
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas, Gas Starter
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 3.19
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Up, Dressing Area, Entry, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite
  • Spa Features: Association, Community, In Ground
  • Window Features: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Drapes, Screens
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Shower In Tub, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Tile Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • View: Neighborhood, Park/Greenbelt
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Stucco Wall
  • Builder Name: San Juan Group
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch
  • Pool Features: Association, Community, In Ground
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Tile
  • Spa: Yes
  • Construction Materials: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Number Remotes: 1
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Single Door, Garage Door Opener, Guest, No Driveway
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Water Heater
  • Heating Type: Central, Fireplace(s)
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Closet, Inside, Stackable, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Sewer Paid
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Association: SAMLARC
  • Amenities: Pickleball, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Barbecue, Gym/Ex Room
  • Association Name: Tijeras Creek Villas
  • Phone: 949-716-3998
  • Association Phone #2: 949-448-6000
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Biking, Hiking, Lake, Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Suburban
  • Association Management: Powerstone
  • Association Management 2: First Service

Schools

  • School District: Capistrano Unified
  • High School: Tesoro
  • High School: Tesoro
  • High School2: TESERO

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Park Nearby
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2431.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0558

Multi Family

  • Insurance Water Furniture: No
  • Lease Term: 12 Months
  • Lot Size Area: 2431.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 343
  • Number Of Units Total: 1
  • Rent Includes: Association Dues, Trash Collection

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 320.53
  • Tax Lot: 3
  • Tax Tract: Tijeras Creek Villas
  • Tax Tract Number: 13560

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 29, 2005
Sold by
Groe Martin and Groe Joyce Josephine
Bought by
Groe Martin and Groe Joyce Josephine
Current Estimated Value
$627,960

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 12, 2003
Sold by
Berendt John Robert
Bought by
Groe Martin and Groe Joyce

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$232,000
Interest Rate
3.96%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 7, 2001
Sold by
Martinez Berendt Amy Denise
Bought by
Berendt John Robert

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$36,400
Interest Rate
6.91%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 4, 2001
Sold by
Ligmond Uwe
Bought by
Berendt John Robert

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$36,400
Interest Rate
6.91%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 2, 1999
Sold by
Ligmond Veronika Elisabeth
Bought by
Ligmond Veronika Elisabeth and Veronika Elisabeth Ligmond Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 18, 1998
Sold by
Miller Gregory and Miller Tiffany
Bought by
Ligmond Veronika Elisabeth

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 21, 1995
Sold by
Tijeras Creek Villas Ltd
Bought by
Bingham Tiffany Nichole

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$93,250
Interest Rate
7.37%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Groe Martin -- --
Groe Martin $290,000 Chicago Title Co
Berendt John Robert -- Orange Coast Title
Berendt John Robert $182,000 Orange Coast Title
Ligmond Veronika Elisabeth -- --
Ligmond Veronika Elisabeth $120,000 Fidelity National Title Ins
Bingham Tiffany Nichole $96,000 First American Title Ins
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Groe Martin $232,000
Previous Owner Berendt John Robert $36,400
Previous Owner Berendt John Robert $145,600
Previous Owner Bingham Tiffany Nichole $93,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/15/2025 08/15/25 Rented $2,895 0.0% --
08/14/2025 08/14/25 Off Market $2,895 -- --
08/08/2025 08/08/25 Price Changed $2,895 -1.9% $3 / Sq Ft
07/15/2025 07/15/25 For Rent $2,950 +34.1% --
09/18/2019 09/18/19 Rented $2,200 0.0% --
09/05/2019 09/05/19 Price Changed $2,200 -4.3% $2 / Sq Ft
08/13/2019 08/13/19 For Rent $2,300 -- --
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $4,146 $412,313 $287,479 $124,834
2024 $4,146 $404,229 $281,842 $122,387
2023 $4,054 $396,303 $276,315 $119,988
2022 $3,979 $388,533 $270,897 $117,636
2021 $3,647 $380,915 $265,585 $115,330
2020 $3,870 $377,010 $262,862 $114,148
2019 $4,326 $369,618 $257,708 $111,910
2018 $4,261 $362,371 $252,655 $109,716
2017 $4,318 $355,266 $247,701 $107,565
2016 $4,479 $348,300 $242,844 $105,456
2015 $3,891 $296,000 $200,955 $95,045
2014 $3,254 $249,100 $154,055 $95,045
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Christina Ford

    Landlord's Agent in 2025

    Christina Ford

    Ford Realty, Inc.

    (949) 922-3673

    62 in this area

    79 Total Sales

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    Landlord's Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Joyce Groe

    Ford Realty, Inc.

    (714) 968-4456

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC25158669

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 935-454-79

California Orange County Rancho Santa Margarita 92688

177 Via Contento, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

This home is located at 177 Via Contento, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 since 15 July 2025 and is currently priced at $627,960. This property was built in 1990. 177 Via Contento is a home located in Orange County with nearby schools including Arroyo Vista K-8, Tesoro High School, and St. Serra Catholic School.

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