18 Montana Del Lago
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Listing broker / agent: Berkshire Hathaway HomeService · Jennifer Carey · 949-981-2229 · CRMLS
MLS # OC26218211 · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 13:53 UTC
About this property
Welcome to 18 Montana Del Lago. Beautifully updated and move-in ready, this two-bedroom, two-bath condo in the desirable Montana Del Lago community offers a thoughtfully designed two-level floor plan with a bedroom and full bath on each level—providing flexibility and privacy for guests, a home office, or everyday living. The light and bright lower level features new luxury vinyl plank flooring and a beautifully updated kitchen with contemporary cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a generous pantry. Upstairs, newer carpeting creates a comfortable retreat, while the updated bath features a newly finished walk-in shower. All-new windows add to the home’s fresh, updated feel. Storage is plentiful throughout, and an inside stackable washer and dryer adds everyday convenience. Step outside to your private patio, an inviting space for morning coffee, barbecuing, outdoor dining, or entertaining. A private one-car garage with a new garage door opener provides secure parking and additional storage. Purchased and extensively updated by the current owners in 2022, the home has been used only as a second residence and has been exceptionally lightly lived in. The location is equally appealing. Enjoy the convenience of being just a short walk from the lake, shopping and dining, and nearby trails and recreation. In addition to the Montana Del Lago community pool, residents also enjoy the extensive SAMLARC amenities, including the Beach Club and Lagoon, four Jr. Olympic-sized pools, 13 parks, playgrounds, picnic and sports facilities, miles of trails, and year-round community events. Turnkey, thoughtfully upgraded, and ideally located, this is an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the Rancho Santa Margarita lifestyle.
Property details
- MLS number
- OC26218211
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Condominium
- Beds / baths
- 2 Beds • 2 Baths
- Living area
- 827 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 1.2006 acres
- County
- Orange
- Year built
- 1992
- Stories
- 2
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Listing
- Days on market
- 10
Building
- Year built
- 1992
- Year built source
- Public Records
- Architectural style
- Mediterranean
- Stories
- 2
- Building stories
- 2
- Levels
- Two
- Entry level
- 1
- Roof
- Common Roof
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
- Living area source
- Public Records
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 1
- Main-level bathrooms
- 1
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Appliances
- Built In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Interior features
- Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Pantry, Partially Furnished, Recessed Lighting, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Multiple Primary Suites
- Flooring
- Laminate
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Closet, Stacked
- Accessibility features
- None
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 1
- Garage spaces
- 1
- Parking
- Door Single, Garage, Guest, On Site, Permit Required
- Attached garage
- No
- Pool
- Association
- Patio / porch
- Patio
- Lot features
- Near Park
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Property outlook
- Neighborhood
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Community features
- Biking, Foothills, Fishing, Hiking, Lake, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Water Sports, Park
- Association amenities
- Management, Playground, Pool, Recreation Room, Trails
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $606.00
- Association fee frequency
- Monthly
- Additional association fee
- $91.00
- Additional fee frequency
- Monthly
Schools reported in the listing
- Elementary school
- Trabuco Mesa
- Middle / junior school
- Rancho Santa Margarita
- High school
- Trabucco Hills
- High school district
- Saddleback Valley Unified
School information is supplied with the listing. Confirm current attendance boundaries and enrollment eligibility directly with the school district.
Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cielo Vista Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | K–6 | 0.2 mi |
| Trabuco Mesa Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | K–6 | 0.4 mi |
| Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate Saddleback Valley Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | 7–8 | 0.5 mi |
| Trabuco Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Trabuco Canyon | K–6 | 0.7 mi |
| Robinson Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Trabuco Canyon | K–6 | 0.7 mi |
| Melinda Heights Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | K–6 | 1.8 mi |
| Tijeras Creek Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | K–5 | 1.8 mi |
| Arroyo Vista Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | 6–8 | 2.5 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $569,995
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $569,995
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 19:21 | $569,995 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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