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18 Via Pelayo, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 (MLS # OC26136708)

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PRICE $1,525,000 dsIDX morgage calculator
BEDS 4
BATHS 2.5
HOME SIZE 2,763 sqft
LOT SIZE 4,400 sqft

Welcome to 18 Via Pelayo, a beautifully upgraded 4 bedroom plus oversized bonus room home in the desirable Cantamar neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita. Set on a quiet street, this 2,763 sq. ft. residence combines thoughtful interior improvements, major system upgrades, and a newly completed resort-style backyard. The home features a remodeled kitchen, completely remodeled primary bathroom, newer PEX re-pipe, newer furnace, air conditioning and ducting, plus an owned 34-panel solar production system. Upstairs, a huge bonus room with built-ins offers exceptional flexibility for a media room, office, playroom, homework space, gym, or secondary living area. The backyard is a true standout. Completed in 2026, the new pool, spa, built-in BBQ/grill, fire feature, and hardscape create a private outdoor setting designed for entertaining, relaxing, and everyday enjoyment. The modern pool and spa design, artificial turf, lounge areas, and built-in outdoor kitchen give the yard a clean, low-maintenance, resort-style feel. The location adds to the appeal, with nearby hiking and biking trails, convenient access to parks, shopping, dining, schools, and toll road connections. As part of SAMLARC, residents enjoy access to Rancho Santa Margarita's signature lifestyle amenities, including Lago Santa Margarita, the Beach Club & Lagoon, pools, parks, trails, sport courts, picnic areas, and community gathering spaces. SAMLARC lists amenities including pools, Beach Club & Lagoon, lake, parks, trails, tennis courts, pickleball courts, basketball courts, volleyball courts, clubhouses, amphitheaters, picnic shelters, and more. 18 Via Pelayo offers the space, upgrades, outdoor living, and community lifestyle buyers are looking for in one of Rancho Santa Margarita's most established neighborhoods.

DAYS ON MARKET 3 LAST UPDATED 6/23/2026
TRACT Cantamar (CANT) YEAR BUILT 1999
COMMUNITY R2 - Rancho Santa Margarita Central GARAGE SPACES 2.0
COUNTY Orange STATUS Active
PROPERTY TYPE(S) Single Family

SCHOOLS
Elementary School Tijeras Creek
Jr. High School Las Flores
High School Tesoro


ADDITIONAL DETAILS
AIR Central Air
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
APPLIANCES Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Water Heater
AREA R2 - Rancho Santa Margarita Central
CONSTRUCTION Stucco
FIREPLACE Yes
GARAGE Attached Garage, Yes
HEAT Central
HOA DUES 91|Monthly
INTERIOR High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s)
LOT 4400 sq ft
LOT DESCRIPTION Back Yard, Front Yard
LOT DIMENSIONS 4400
PARKING Attached, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage
POOL Yes
POOL DESCRIPTION Private, Gas Heat, Heated, In Ground
SEWER Public Sewer
STORIES 2
SUBDIVISION Cantamar (CANT)
VIEW DESCRIPTION None
WATER Public
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