Seller's Agent in 2025
Ryan Argue
Plan A Real Estate
(714) 394-1462
120 in this area
171 Total Sales
25 Via Tortuga Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
2
Beds
2
Baths
922
Sq Ft
$608/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Spa
- Lake View
- Outdoor Cooking Area
- Trabuco Mesa Elementary School Rated A
- Pickleball Courts
- Meeting Room
About This Home
As of August 2025Sophistication Meets Charm in This FHA/VA Approved Lakeside Condo!
Welcome to your dream home in the heart of Rancho Santa Margarita—where comfort, convenience, and style come together! This beautifully upgraded 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo offers a rare opportunity with no one above or below, ensuring peace and privacy. Enjoy the ease of an assigned 1-car garage plus a 2nd carport space just steps from your front door!
Inside, natural light pours in through upgraded windows, filling every room with warmth and showcasing stunning mountain views and the natural beauty that makes this one of California’s most sought-after communities.
Step onto your private front deck—perfect for relaxing or entertaining, with ample room for outdoor dining. Inside, the spacious living and dining area features recessed lighting, upgraded carpet, and neutral paint tones that create a welcoming ambiance.
The kitchen is a showstopper, thoughtfully remodeled with high-end finishes including sleek countertops with a disappearing outlet, premium appliances, modern sink and faucet, and custom cabinetry.
The secondary bedroom is ideal as a guest room, home office, or gym, featuring mirrored closet doors and recessed lighting. The primary suite is generously sized to accommodate a king bed, end tables, and more, complete with a large walk-in closet and a beautifully updated en-suite bathroom with dual vanities and a spotless shower/tub combo.
Enjoy access to Rancho Santa Margarita’s renowned amenities including the Beach Club, lake, tennis courts, water park, scenic trails, and more—all included in your HOA dues. No Mello-Roos and a low tax rate of approximately 1.01% make this home even more appealing.
Don't miss this opportunity to own a move-in ready gem in one of Orange County's best communities!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Plan A Real Estate Brokerage Email: ryan@planArealestate.com License #01892077 Listed on: 06/17/2025
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,345
Year Built
- Built in 1986
Lot Details
- Two or More Common Walls
- Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- 1 Carport Space
Property Views
- Lake
- Mountain
Home Design
- Entry on the 2nd floor
Interior Spaces
- 922 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Carpet
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- All Upper Level Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Schools
- Trabuco Mesa Elementary School
- Rancho Santa Margarita Middle School
- Trabucco Hills High School
Additional Features
- Spa
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 10
- Tax Tract Number 12466
- Assessor Parcel Number 93188660
- $61 per year additional tax assessments
- Seller Considering Concessions
Community Details
Overview
- 178 Units
- Brisa Del Lago I Association, Phone Number (800) 428-5588
- First Service Residential Association, Phone Number (800) 428-5588
- Samlarc HOA
- Brisa Del Lago I Subdivision
Amenities
- Outdoor Cooking Area
- Community Barbecue Grill
- Picnic Area
- Meeting Room
Recreation
- Pickleball Courts
- Sport Court
- Community Playground
- Community Pool
- Community Spa
- Dog Park
- Hiking Trails
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 17, 2025
Closed on
Jul 9, 2025
Sold by
Pugh Jean M
Bought by
Shankla Varsha Gyanchand
Seller's Agent
Ryan Argue
Plan A Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Riley Eastman
Compass
List Price
$649,000
Sold Price
$650,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,000
0.15%
Views
32
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-11.51%
Original Mortgage
$520,000
Outstanding Balance
$519,545
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$124,125
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 28, 2014
Sold by
Pugh Jean M and Ostrowski Jean Pugh
Bought by
Pugh Jean M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 17, 2010
Sold by
Gamboa Arnold R and Gamboa Cherie A
Bought by
Ostrowski Jean Pugh
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$207,920
Interest Rate
4.26%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 13, 2001
Sold by
Gamboa Arnold R and Gamboa Cherie A
Bought by
Gamboa Arnold R and Gamboa Cherie A
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $650,000 | Western Resources Title Compan | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $260,000 | Fidelity Natl Title Irvine | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $520,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $207,920 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/15/2025 08/15/25 | Sold | $650,000 | +0.2% | $705 / Sq Ft |
| 07/04/2025 07/04/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/17/2025 06/17/25 | For Sale | $649,000 | -- | $704 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $3,345 | $332,971 | $217,780 | $115,191 |
| 2024 | $3,345 | $326,443 | $213,510 | $112,933 |
| 2023 | $3,267 | $320,043 | $209,324 | $110,719 |
| 2022 | $3,211 | $313,768 | $205,219 | $108,549 |
| 2021 | $2,702 | $307,616 | $201,195 | $106,421 |
| 2020 | $3,124 | $304,462 | $199,132 | $105,330 |
| 2019 | $3,463 | $298,493 | $195,228 | $103,265 |
| 2018 | $3,411 | $292,641 | $191,400 | $101,241 |
| 2017 | $3,449 | $286,903 | $187,647 | $99,256 |
| 2016 | $3,715 | $281,278 | $183,968 | $97,310 |
| 2015 | $3,816 | $277,053 | $181,204 | $95,849 |
| 2014 | $3,743 | $271,626 | $177,654 | $93,972 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ryan Argue
-
Riley Eastman
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Riley Eastman
Compass
(310) 902-6528
1 in this area
38 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OC25130058
APN: 931-886-60
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