
5 Altivo Unit 44 Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Estimated payment $7,445/month
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Access To Lake
- Home fronts a lagoon or estuary
- Melinda Heights Elementary School Rated A-
- In Ground Pool
- Primary Bedroom Suite
About This Home
Welcome to 5 Altivo, nestled in the highly sought-after Balantree Community of Rancho Santa Margarita. This beautifully updated home features a light, neutral color palette and stylish vinyl plank flooring throughout. High, vaulted ceilings and an abundance of windows flood the space with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Upon entry, you'll find the dining area straight ahead and a cozy living room to the right, currently being used as a home office and featuring charming bench seating beneath the front window. A convenient under-stair storage area adds functionality to the layout. The heart of the home is the open-concept great room, where the kitchen seamlessly flows into the family room—perfect for modern living. The family room offers a cozy gas fireplace, while the kitchen boasts sleek quartz countertops, crisp white shaker cabinetry, matte black appliances, a gas range, and a picturesque window overlooking the backyard. A sliding glass door leads to a private outdoor retreat, featuring a patio area and low-maintenance artificial turf—perfect for entertaining or simply enjoying the Southern California sunshine. Upstairs, you’ll find four generously sized bedrooms. The spacious primary suite features two closets: one large walk-in closet with a barn door located in the en-suite bathroom, and a second closet with mirrored wardrobe doors in the bedroom itself. The primary bath feels like a spa retreat with its freestanding soaking tub, step-in shower, dual sink vanity, and private water closet. Three additional bedrooms share a well-appointed hall bathroom with dual sinks, a tub/shower combination, a private water closet, and stylish shiplap accenting the walls. Linen storage is conveniently located at the upstairs landing. This energy-efficient home also includes solar panels, helping to reduce utility costs year-round. Residents of Rancho Santa Margarita enjoy access to a wealth of amenities, including the Beach Club and Lagoon, scenic lake, multiple swimming pools, parks, tennis and pickleball courts, volleyball courts, hiking trails, clubhouses, and more. Welcome Home!
Listing Agent
First Team Real Estate Brokerage Phone: 949-246-5222 License #01945597 Listed on: 05/02/2025

Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,473
Year Built
- Built in 1997
Lot Details
- Home fronts a lagoon or estuary
- No Common Walls
- Cul-De-Sac
- Wood Fence
- Landscaped
- Level Lot
- Private Yard
- Lawn
- Back and Front Yard
HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- Parking Available
- Front Facing Garage
- Single Garage Door
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Property Views
- Mountain
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Turnkey
- Planned Development
- Slab Foundation
- Spanish Tile Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,970 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Blinds
- Sliding Doors
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Great Room
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- Dining Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Microwave
- Water Line To Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Quartz Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- All Upper Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Quartz Bathroom Countertops
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Private Water Closet
- Soaking Tub
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
- Closet In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
Home Security
Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Exercise
- In Ground Spa
Outdoor Features
- Access To Lake
- Concrete Porch or Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- Melinda Heights Elementary School
- Rancho Santa Margarita Middle School
- Trabuco Hills High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Connected
- Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- More Than Two Accessible Exits
- Solar owned by seller
- Property is near a park
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 3
- Tax Tract Number 14274
- Assessor Parcel Number 93027495
Community Details
Overview
- 106 Units
- Balantree Association, Phone Number (949) 833-2600
- First Service Association, Phone Number (949) 448-6000
- Keystone HOA
- Built by Shea Homes
- Ballantree Subdivision, Findley Floorplan
- Community Lake
- Near a National Forest
- Foothills
- Mountainous Community
Amenities
- Community Barbecue Grill
- Picnic Area
- Clubhouse
- Meeting Room
- Recreation Room
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Sport Court
- Ping Pong Table
- Community Playground
- Community Pool
- Community Spa
- Park
- Hiking Trails
- Bike Trail
Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $11,473 | $1,119,574 | $888,552 | $231,022 |
2024 | $11,473 | $1,097,622 | $871,129 | $226,493 |
2023 | $11,210 | $1,076,100 | $854,048 | $222,052 |
2022 | $7,194 | $696,238 | $482,807 | $213,431 |
2021 | $7,030 | $682,587 | $473,340 | $209,247 |
2020 | $7,004 | $675,588 | $468,486 | $207,102 |
2019 | $7,739 | $662,342 | $459,300 | $203,042 |
2018 | $8,960 | $649,355 | $450,294 | $199,061 |
2017 | $10,269 | $636,623 | $441,465 | $195,158 |
2016 | $9,264 | $624,141 | $432,809 | $191,332 |
2015 | $9,068 | $614,766 | $426,307 | $188,459 |
2014 | $9,325 | $602,724 | $417,956 | $184,768 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
08/26/2025 08/26/25 | For Sale | $1,150,000 | 0.0% | $584 / Sq Ft |
06/01/2025 06/01/25 | Off Market | $1,150,000 | -- | -- |
05/02/2025 05/02/25 | For Sale | $1,150,000 | +9.0% | $584 / Sq Ft |
01/14/2022 01/14/22 | Sold | $1,055,000 | +7.7% | $536 / Sq Ft |
12/11/2021 12/11/21 | For Sale | $979,900 | +63.3% | $497 / Sq Ft |
05/16/2013 05/16/13 | Sold | $600,000 | +0.2% | $300 / Sq Ft |
04/13/2013 04/13/13 | For Sale | $599,000 | -- | $300 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Grant Deed | $1,055,000 | Wfg National Title | |
Deed | -- | Wfg National Title | |
Grant Deed | $600,000 | First American Title Company | |
Trustee Deed | -- | None Available | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Ins Co | |
Grant Deed | $202,500 | First American Title Ins Co |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $949,500 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $592,800 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $579,500 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $581,500 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $576,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $589,132 | FHA | |
Previous Owner | $350,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $452,600 | Stand Alone First | |
Previous Owner | $371,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $35,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $290,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $275,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $19,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $55,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $12,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $192,100 | No Value Available |
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Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OC25097852

APN: 930-274-95
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