$629,000
SOLD OCT 28, 2024
2 Beds
2 Baths
971 Sq Ft
$506/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$648 Per Sq Ft

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Spa
  • No Units Above
  • Arroyo Vista K-8 Rated A
  • Fishing
  • Community Lake

About This Home

As of October 2024

Looking for a stunning and immaculately maintained condo? This is it! NO Mello Roos! Low taxes! This amazing home is located the Tijeras Creek Villas community which is situated in the heart of the beautiful city of Rancho Santa Margarita which is consistently at the top of the SAFEST cities list in California! This upstairs 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo features a detached 1 car garage which is a few steps away and also a designated covered parking space (#49) as well to ensure you always have a place to park. Upon entrering, you'll be impressed by the open floorplan and soaring ceilings, fireplace, and sliders leading to the private outdoor deck which has no neighbors looking directly into your space. Adjoining the living room is the dining area and kitchen which has an ample amount of cabinet and work space, pantry, and a window with a beautiful courtyard view above the kitchen sink giving it an open and spacious feel. The primary suite features high ceilings, another door leading out the the deck, and an amazing custom built-in closet with white shaker style cabinets, with wardrobes, drawers, and plenty of shoe storage too! Truly spectacular! The primary bathroom has a walk-in shower, updated vanity, mirror, and lighting plus a generously sized linen cabinet, and laundry closet with a Brand New washer and dryer set which is included. Down the hall is the secondary bedroom and bathroom with a shower/tub combo, and updated vanity, mirror and lighting as well! Very light and bright! Some additional features worth noting are NEW HVAC system (1.5 years), Newer water heater (3 years), Newer garage door with myQ camera and remote garage access (2 years). Residents of the community enjoy 2 recently renovated swimming pools and spas, bbq and entertaining areas, state of the art fitness center, tot lot, and a refresh of the community with painted exterior. RSM residents enjoy use of the beautiful RSM Lake, Beach Club Lagoon where you can rent paddle boats and suri bikes, 4 pools, 13 parks, walking trails, steps to Tijeras Creek Golf Course, and an abundance of shops and restaraunts! Enjoy the Summer concerts and family movies in the park as well as other amazing events throughout the year. It's truly a small town vibe in RSM. Make the move just in time to enjoy all RSM has to offer this summer! And FHA Approved!!! See Supplements for Property Tax info and list of features.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa Piltz

Bullock Russell RE Services Brokerage Phone: 949-292-5528 License #01877694 Listed on: 09/20/2024

Bullock Russell RE Services

Last Buyer's Agent

Jessica Ross

Anvil Real Estate License #02036593

Anvil Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,847

Year Built

  • Built in 1990

Lot Details

  • No Units Above
  • Two or More Common Walls

HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • 1 Carport Space
  • Parking Available
  • Single Garage Door
  • Guest Parking

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Spanish Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 971 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Sliding Doors
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Alarm System

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Formica Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Quartz Bathroom Countertops
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting

Location

  • Suburban Location

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1
  • Tax Tract Number 13560
  • Assessor Parcel Number 93545361
  • $95 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • 343 Units
  • Samlarc Association, Phone Number (949) 709-0010
  • Powerstone Association, Phone Number (949) 716-3998
  • Tijeras Creek Villas HOA
  • Tijeras Creek Villas Subdivision
  • Maintained Community
  • Community Lake
  • Foothills

Amenities

  • Outdoor Cooking Area
  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Picnic Area

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Pickleball Courts
  • Sport Court
  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa
  • Fishing
  • Park
  • Bike Trail

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,847

Year Built

Built in 1990

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$506 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Inclusions: Ring Doorbell which is also connected to the smoke and CO detectors inside.
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire and Smoke Detection System, Smoke Detector(s), Wired for Alarm System
  • Subdivision Name Other: Tijeras Creek Villas (TCV)
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Spanish
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 93545361
  • Year Built: 1990
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 971.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Formica Counters, Quartz Counters
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: 2nd floor
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls, No One Above
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Eating Area: Area
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 647.79
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
  • Spa Features: Association, Community
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Bathroom Features: Shower, Shower In Tub, Linen Closet/Storage, Quartz Counters, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Formica Counters, Kitchen Open To Family Room

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Pool Features: Association, Community
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Spanish Tile
  • Spa: Yes
  • Construction Materials: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Number Remotes: 1
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Carport, Covered, Garage, Garage - Single Door, Guest
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Water Heater
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Inside, Stackable, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Association: Powerstone
  • Amenities: Pickleball, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Barbecue, Outdoor Cooking Area, Picnic Area, Playground, Tennis Court(s), Sport Court, Gym/Ex Room, Maintenance Grounds, Trash
  • Association Fee: 81.00
  • Association #2 Fee: 425.00
  • Association #2 Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: SAMLARC
  • Phone: 949-709-0010
  • Association Phone #2: 949-716-3998
  • Senior Community: No
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Community Features: Biking, Fishing, Foothills, Lake, Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Suburban
  • Association Management: Tijeras Creek Villas

Schools

  • School District: Saddleback Valley Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units In Community: 343
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 320.53
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Tract Number: 13560
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 95.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 17, 2020
Closed on
Jul 23, 2020
Sold by
Zalfa Michele M and Michele M Zalfa Living Trust
Bought by
Siedlaczek Adam and Andrakowicz Brittany
Seller's Agent
Molly Peterson
Regency Real Estate Brokers
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Piltz
Bullock Russell RE Services
List Price
$449,900
Sold Price
$445,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-1.09%
Current Estimated Value
$648,887

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$203,887
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.83%
Original Mortgage
$365,000
Outstanding Balance
$327,954
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$320,888

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 15, 2012
Sold by
Zalfa Michele M
Bought by
Zalfa Michele M and The Michele M Zalfa Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 24, 2011
Sold by
Zalfa Anthony
Bought by
Zalfa Michele

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 14, 2008
Sold by
Citibank Na
Bought by
Zalfa Anthony and Zalfa Michele

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$201,200
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 11, 2008
Sold by
Grace Christine
Bought by
Citibank Na and The Holders Of Bear Stearns Asset Backed

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 23, 2004
Sold by
Bentley Eileen
Bought by
Grace Marjorie E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$344,900
Interest Rate
7.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 7, 2001
Sold by
Prusinski Brian D and Prusinski Kathryn M
Bought by
Bentley Eileen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$170,050
Interest Rate
6.63%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 10, 1999
Sold by
Prusinski Brian D
Bought by
Prusinski Brian D and Prusinski Kathryn M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$119,500
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 2, 1999
Sold by
Prusinski Shawn M and Prusinski Shawn M
Bought by
Prusinski Brian D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$119,500
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $445,000 Orange Coast Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $268,500 North American Title
Trustee Deed $255,000 Accommodation
Grant Deed $345,000 Ticor Title Company
Grant Deed $179,000 Commonwealth Land Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Orange Coast Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Orange Coast Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Orange Coast Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $365,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $198,641 New Conventional
Previous Owner $201,200 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $389,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $344,900 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $170,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $170,050 No Value Available
Previous Owner $19,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $119,500 FHA
Previous Owner $119,500 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/28/2024 10/28/24 Sold $629,000 0.0% $648 / Sq Ft
10/03/2024 10/03/24 Pending -- -- --
09/20/2024 09/20/24 For Sale $629,000 +41.3% $648 / Sq Ft
08/12/2020 08/12/20 Sold $445,000 -1.1% $458 / Sq Ft
07/17/2020 07/17/20 For Sale $449,900 0.0% $463 / Sq Ft
07/16/2017 07/16/17 Rented $2,150 0.0% --
07/02/2017 07/02/17 For Rent $2,150 -- --
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 $4,847 $629,000 $501,895 $127,105
2024 $4,847 $472,237 $361,936 $110,301
2023 $4,741 $462,978 $354,839 $108,139
2022 $4,653 $453,900 $347,881 $106,019
2021 $4,309 $445,000 $341,059 $103,941
2020 $3,300 $322,223 $186,157 $136,066
2019 $3,612 $315,905 $182,506 $133,399
2018 $3,555 $309,711 $178,927 $130,784
2017 $3,584 $303,639 $175,419 $128,220
2016 $3,751 $297,686 $171,980 $125,706
2015 $3,757 $293,215 $169,397 $123,818
2014 $3,679 $287,472 $166,079 $121,393
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC24193790

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 935-453-61