Rancho Santa Margarita North (R1) Homes with Trees/Woods View

Welcome to Rancho Santa Margarita North (R1), a picturesque gem nestled in the heart of Orange County, California. Known for its stunning natural surroundings and vibrant community, this region offers an exceptional living experience that beautifully blends suburban tranquility with urban convenience.

Rancho Santa Margarita North is renowned for its breathtaking homes that boast enchanting views of lush trees and serene woodlands. Imagine waking up each morning to the gentle rustle of leaves and the soothing sounds of nature right outside your window. These homes are thoughtfully designed to maximize the stunning vistas, ensuring that residents can enjoy the beauty of the outdoors from the comfort of their living spaces.

The community is characterized by its friendly atmosphere, where neighbors become friends and families thrive. With an array of parks, hiking trails, and outdoor recreational opportunities, residents can embrace an active lifestyle while being surrounded by nature. The nearby Tijeras Creek Golf Club and the scenic Rancho Santa Margarita Lake provide perfect settings for relaxation and leisure activities.

Conveniently located, Rancho Santa Margarita North offers easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment options, ensuring that everything you need is just a short drive away. The area is also served by top-rated schools, making it an ideal place for families looking to settle down.

Whether you are seeking a peaceful retreat or a vibrant community, Rancho Santa Margarita North (R1) is the perfect place to call home. Come and experience the charm of this enchanting region, where every day feels like a vacation amidst nature’s beauty.

Newest Rancho Santa Margarita North (R1) Homes with Trees/Woods View

$1,125,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ OC26152575 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Welcome to 10 Pasada Valiente — one of the best-priced detached homes in Rancho Santa Margarita. Tucked into a quiet, private setting, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home is just a short walk to the lake and to top-rated schools — a location that's hard to come by and even harder to leave. Step inside to a bright, open floor plan filled with natural light, where spacious living areas flow effortlessly for both everyday comfort and easy entertaining. The well-appointed kitchen opens to the dining and family rooms, creating a natural gathering space for family and guests alike. All three bedrooms are located upstairs, offering a comfortable and private retreat away from the main living areas—including a generously sized primary suite with a walk-in closet, dual-sink vanity, views, and more. The tranquil backyard provides your own outdoor escape, perfect for relaxing evenings or weekend gatherings. Beyond your doorstep, enjoy everything Rancho Santa Margarita has to offer: scenic trails around the lake, resort-style community pools, parks, and quick access to shopping and dining — all within a peaceful, tucked-away setting that still keeps you close to it all. With exceptional value rarely found in this sought-after community, this is Orange County living at its finest — quiet, connected, walkable, and priced to move. SMART BUYER CERTIFIED HOME! Buy with confidence — this home has completed pre-listing inspections, seller disclosures, property reports, and a clear title before hitting the market, helping provide a smoother, more transparent buying experience.

10 Pasada Valiente, Rancho Santa Margarita

$1,400,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ OC26152648 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Welcome to 21 San Gabriel, a well-maintained 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home plus bonus room ideally located in the desirable Melinda Heights community of Rancho Santa Margarita. Thoughtfully designed for everyday living and entertaining, this home offers a flexible floor plan, generous living spaces, and beautiful hillside views. Step inside to soaring ceilings, natural light, and elegant formal living and dining rooms that create a warm and inviting first impression. The spacious kitchen features a large peninsula with bar seating, abundant cabinetry, and a sunny breakfast nook, all opening seamlessly to the adjoining family room with a cozy fireplace, creating the perfect gathering space for family and friends. A highly desirable main-floor bedroom and adjacent full bathroom provide flexibility for guests, multi-generational living, or a private home office. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite is privately situated on one side of the home and serves as a peaceful retreat, featuring volume ceilings, an en-suite bathroom with dual sinks, a soaking tub, separate shower, and a generous walk-in closet. Across the hall, the expansive bonus room offers flexibility as a media room, home office, playroom, or second family room and could easily be enclosed to create a fifth bedroom if desired. This area also provides access to two additional guest bedrooms and a full bathroom, creating a separate bedroom wing that offers added privacy for family members or guests. Outside, enjoy excellent curb appeal, mature landscaping, and a rare three-car attached garage. The private backyard offers panoramic views of the hills, mature trees, neighborhood, and spectacular Southern California sunsets, making it the perfect place to relax or entertain. Additional improvements include PEX repiping for added peace of mind. Residents enjoy access to Rancho Santa Margarita's amenities, including Lago Santa Margarita, the Beach Club Lagoon, four Junior Olympic-sized swimming pools, parks, playgrounds, sports courts, and miles of scenic hiking and biking trails. Conveniently located near award-winning Melinda Heights Elementary School, shopping, dining, and easy access to the 241 Toll Road. Consistently recognized as one of California's safest cities, Rancho Santa Margarita offers an exceptional quality of life, a true sense of community, and an unbeatable Orange County lifestyle. 21 San Gabriel is the perfect place to call home!

21 San Gabriel, Rancho Santa Margarita

$1,150,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ OC26151638 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status

$50,000 PRICE REDUCTION! SELLERS SUPER MOTIVATED! This Rarely on The Market Marbella 3-Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths Lakefront Beauty Can be yours to Enjoy if You Act Fast! It Is Well Priced for a Lakefront Property! Enjoy Direct View of The Lake From Your Own Home! The Beautiful Sunsets Are All Yours! Just Open Your Private Gate in the Backyard and Take a Relaxing Walk Around The Lake (Your Dog(s) Will Thank You for it! Open Floor Plan with Large "Pella" Sliding Doors to Capitalize on The Gorgeous Lake View. Nice Kitchen Can Accommodate 2 Chefs Cooking Delicious Foods Simultaneously! Refrigerator Included! Upgrades Include Warm and Elegant Vinyl Flooring Throughout! Here Are Some Other Added Improvements: New "Pella" Windows, New Turf, New Outdoor Lighting and Sprinklers, New Air Ducts As Well As New Attic Insulation, Fully Remodeled Master Bath With a Soaking Tub, a Light up/ Anti Fog Bathroom Mirror, and a Walk-in Closet! New Epoxy Garage Flooring, Smart Lock (on Front Door), New Modern Toilet w/Bidet in Powder Room Downstairs, New Range Hood in the Kitchen,Fresh Paint Throughout, Just to name a few! Don't Forget The Balcony Upstairs Off the Master Suite and The Gorgeous View it Offers. Walking Across the Lake to The Beach Club is a Quite a Treat! Just a Few Steps Down Your Street is a Community Pool and SPA Waiting For You! This is a Resort Style Living! On July 4th, Watch The Exciting Fireworks From your Own Backyard! Good Schools Are Nearby and So Are The Shops and Parks, Restaurants and The 241 Toll Road!

31 Calle Melinda, Rancho Santa Margarita

$630,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ OC26136892 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status

Welcome to this beautifully updated upper corner unit in the highly desirable community of Rancho Santa Margarita. Freshly enhanced with new paint and carpet, this home offers a bright, inviting feel with an ideal layout designed for both comfort and convenience. The spacious primary suite features a large en-suite bathroom complete with a relaxing spa tub and a generous walk-in closet, creating a private retreat within the home. A separate hallway bathroom provides added convenience for guests, while the laundry area is thoughtfully located on the main floor for everyday ease. Enjoy the benefits of an attached one-car garage along with abundant guest parking throughout the community. Residents have access to resort-style HOA amenities including a pool, spa, and playground areas. Ideally situated near highly rated schools, shopping, dining, and scenic hiking trails, this home also offers close proximity to O’Neill Regional Park for outdoor recreation and nature escapes. Combining location, lifestyle, and comfort, this is an exceptional opportunity to enjoy all that Rancho Santa Margarita has to offer.

2 Carmesi, Rancho Santa Margarita

$549,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ OC26131622 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status

Location, Location, Location! Welcome to this beautifully updated upper-level carriage unit in the highly desirable Mission Courts community. Featuring soaring vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and no one above or below you, this move-in-ready home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and privacy. The open floor plan showcases an updated kitchen, spacious living room with fireplace, and a large private balcony—ideal for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or simply relaxing. Throughout the home you'll find exceptional storage, including a deep attached garage located directly below the unit with built-in storage cabinets. The spacious primary suite features vaulted ceilings, a private balcony with an additional storage closet, a custom walk-in closet with charming barn doors, and an updated en-suite bathroom with a large walk-in shower. The generously sized secondary bedroom offers an oversized closet and is perfect as a guest bedroom, home office, or both. A new stackable washer and dryer complete the home's many thoughtful updates. Enjoy resort-style amenities including community pool and spa, playgrounds, and access to SAMLARC's exceptional amenities, including the lake, beach club, pools, parks, hiking and biking trails, shopping, dining, and award-winning schools—all just minutes away. Conveniently located with easy access to the 241 Toll Road, this is Orange County living at its best.

1 Via Sincera, Rancho Santa Margarita

$899,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ OC26123254 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Experience the best of lakeside living in one of Montana Del Lago’s premier waterfront residences on Santa Margarita Lake. Spectacular panoramic lake views, an attached side-by-side two-car garage, and a highly desirable upper-level floor plan with all bedrooms and main living areas on one level make this an exceptional offering in one of Rancho Santa Margarita’s most sought-after communities. Wake each morning to tranquil lake views from the primary suite and enjoy picturesque vistas from the living room, dining area, kitchen, balcony, and an additional bedroom. More than just a beautiful view, the exceptional waterfront setting creates an atmosphere of serenity that enhances everyday living. Thoughtfully updated throughout, the home features a beautifully renovated contemporary primary shower, newer carpeting, fresh interior paint, upgraded lighting, a smart entry lock, and Milgard windows and a Milgard sliding glass door. The open-concept kitchen flows seamlessly into the dining and living areas, maximizing the home’s stunning waterfront setting. The lake-view balcony is the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee, read a favorite book, or simply relax while overlooking the sparkling waters of Santa Margarita Lake. Residents enjoy Montana Del Lago’s recently renovated pool, along with SAMLARC amenities including the Beach Club Lagoon, multiple pools, parks, playgrounds, sports courts, fishing, scenic walking paths, community events, summer concerts, and holiday celebrations. Ideally located near shopping, dining, parks, and trails, this exceptional home offers the perfect blend of waterfront living, thoughtful updates, and everyday convenience. A home where spectacular views and an exceptional lifestyle become part of everyday living.

169 Montana Del Lago Drive, Rancho Santa Margarita

$589,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ OC26116207 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Welcome to the desirable Montana Del Lago community, just steps from the scenic Rancho Santa Margarita Lake and exclusive RSM Beach Club Lagoon. This charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with a 1-car garage offers a bright and open floor plan designed for comfortable everyday living. The inviting living room features a cozy fireplace and flows seamlessly into the dining area and upgraded kitchen perfect for both relaxing and entertaining. The spacious kitchen showcases newer cabinetry and sleek quartz countertops, creating a modern and functional space. A convenient main-floor bedroom and full bath provide flexibility for guests or multi-generational living, while the upstairs retreat includes an additional bedroom and full bathroom. Step outside to your private patio overlooking lush trees, an ideal setting for morning coffee or evening unwinding. Recent upgrades include updated flooring, newer water heater, and fresh interior paint, making this home move-in ready. Residents enjoy resort-style amenities, including a community pool and spa, along with access to SAMLARC amenities featuring 13 parks, 4 pools, the Beach Club Lagoon, sports courts, and more. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and recreation, this home offers the perfect blend of nature, comfort, and community living.

49 Montana Del Lago, Rancho Santa Margarita

$639,500

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ OC26084376 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Resort-Style Living in Rancho Santa Margarita! Contemporary TURN KEY Condominium Up-dated in 2022 Located just steps from RSM Lake! Home blends modern comfort with the Natural Beauty of one of RSM’s most scenic areas offering Magnificent Views of the local Saddleback Mountains and Surrounding Area. No-one on top and no-one under this Inviting living space features a cozy stacked stone fireplace, cathedral ceilings with recessed lighting and an abundance of natural light creating a warm and open atmosphere. Dining area has views of the community pool and can accommodated a large table for gatherings. Kitchen was completely remodeled in 2022- Includes white cabinetry with large wall pantry, dramatic black granite counters with stylish tiled back-splash extending to the ceiling, new appliances purchased in 2022 and a convenient breakfast bar for casual counter meals. This two bedroom, two bathroom property offers generous size rooms and in-unit laundry tucked away in a hall closet. Primary Bedroom has gorgeous views of the community pool, En-suite bath including dual vanity black granite counters and newer fixtures, bathtub with shower, and spacious walk-in closet. Secondary Bedroom is also a generous size with tall ceilings, newer closet organizing system, and views of the community pool. Flooring is neutral vinyl planks throughout most of the living area with neutral carpet in bedrooms and neutral tile in bathrooms. Custom shutters and shades in main living areas. Newer Amana HVAC System was installed in 2022 including New Furnace, New Air Conditioning and Water heater. Outdoor deck is the perfect entertaining space for BBQs and private alfresco dining. Single car garage is directly across from the unit #65 and second covered parking space is also close. Residents of Rancho Santa Margarita enjoy exclusive access to the beautiful RSM Lake and Beach Club, as well as thirteen parks, multiple community pools, playgrounds, and various sports courts. For outdoor enthusiasts, miles of hiking and biking trails are right at your fingertips, with scenic O’Neill Regional Park just at your back door. Top-rated public and private schools are nearby, endless shopping and dining options and great local hospitals and medical services. This home offers the ultimate combination of comfort, convenience and community. Welcome Home!

46 Dianthus, Rancho Santa Margarita

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