Rancho Santa Margarita Homes with Park/Greenbelt View

Welcome to Rancho Santa Margarita, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Orange County, California. This picturesque city is celebrated for its stunning landscapes, family-friendly atmosphere, and vibrant community spirit. With its rolling hills, scenic parks, and tranquil lakes, Rancho Santa Margarita offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and suburban charm, making it an ideal place to call home.

One of the most sought-after features of homes in this area is the breathtaking park and greenbelt views. Imagine waking up each morning to the serene sight of lush greenery and vibrant parks right outside your window. These homes are designed to maximize the beauty of the surrounding environment, allowing you to enjoy the tranquility of nature from the comfort of your own living space. Whether you’re sipping coffee on your patio or hosting a gathering in your backyard, the stunning vistas create a peaceful atmosphere that enhances your everyday life.

Rancho Santa Margarita is not just about beautiful homes; it’s also about community. With numerous parks, hiking trails, and recreational facilities, residents can take advantage of an active lifestyle. The city boasts a variety of outdoor activities, from biking along scenic trails to enjoying picnics in the park. The nearby RSM Lake offers opportunities for fishing, paddleboarding, and leisurely strolls along the water’s edge.

In Rancho Santa Margarita, you’ll find more than just a place to live; you’ll discover a vibrant community that embraces the beauty of nature and the joy of outdoor living. Come explore the charm of this delightful city and find your dream home with a park or greenbelt view today!

Newest Rancho Santa Margarita Homes with Park/Greenbelt View

$989,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ OC26207074 MLS ⋅ Active Status

**GOLF COURSE LIVING AT ITS BEST!** Welcome to an exceptional Rare 4 Bedroom townhome with a downstairs room, perfectly positioned along the **3rd hole of Tijeras Creek Golf Course** offering beautiful golf course views. Step inside and discover a **brand-new remodeled kitchen** that creates a fresh, modern centerpiece for the home with views to the golf course. The open, inviting interior with light tile flooring for easy care, and Dual Paned windows throughout, is filled with natural light, while the golf course setting provides a wonderful backdrop throughout the property. Step outside to the **large private yard featuring low-maintenance Natural stone and engineered grass** plenty of room for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply relaxing and enjoying the views. Imagine starting your morning overlooking the fairway or unwinding in the evening as the sun sets over the course. Downstairs office area can easily convert to the 4th bedroom with a good sized bath and shower just across the hallway. Large Upstairs Primary with golf views and a beautiful Remodeled Bathroom with grey tiles, quartz counter. and 2nd upstairs bedroom has its own upgraded bathroom. The 4th bedroom was added by the owner, and is perfect for a growing family. The combination of a **newly remodeled kitchen, generous outdoor space, and a prime location directly on Tijeras Creek Golf Course** makes this home truly special. 2 Car Garage gives direct access to the home. New AC/HVAC. Located in the Arroyo Canyon area of Rancho Santa Margarita, you'll also enjoy convenient access to shopping, dining, parks, trails, recreation, and all the amenities that make this community such a desirable place to call home. Voted the second safest city in California 2026 Residents enjoy a community pool and Jacuzzi., and a small playground. City amenities include beautiful parks, swimming pools, a beach club with a lagoon, BBQ and picnic areas, a lake walk, playgrounds, sports fields, tennis, pickleball, basketball, and volleyball courts. Additional features include a dog park, skate park, and hiking and biking trails just steps away. Distinguished schools, low taxes of 1.02%, and No Mello Roos complete this perfect package. Don't miss the chance to make this exceptional home yours! Best Deal under 1 Million Available in RSM

44 Pinzon, Rancho Santa Margarita

$455,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26989369 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status

TURNKEY UPPER UNIT. LIVE IN IT NOW, GENERATE RENTAL INCOME LATER. Brand-new luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh interior paint, new kitchen appliances, and a new LG WashTower make this quiet 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom home truly turnkey. High ceilings and open floor plan add spaciousness and volume throughout the 643 square foot interior. - The private balcony, accessible from both the living room and bedroom, extends the living space outdoors beneath mature trees that create a peaceful sense of arrival.The kitchen features clean line cabinets, granite countertops and all new stainless steel appliances, including new Whirlpool five burner gas range, an LG over the range microwave hood, a Frigidaire dishwasher, and Frigidaire counter depth stainless steel side-by-side refrigerator. - A freshly painted, private detached one car garage with MyQ automatic garage door opener provides secure parking and extra storage for seasonal items and recreational equipment. - Tijeras Creek Villas offers pool, spa, fitness facilities, barbecue areas, playgrounds and well-maintained outdoor spaces. As a resident, you'll also gain access to Rancho Santa Margarita's SAMLARC - a premier Master Homeowners Association, offering access to the lake, 13 parks, 4 pools, the Beach Club Lagoon & the Lago Santa Margarita as well as parks, trails, sports courts.Quiet, refreshed, and ready for its next owner, this property offers low-maintenance Orange County living. *Turnkey property. Live happy. Welcome home.*

87 Via Contento, Rancho Santa Margarita

$764,900

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ PW26201222 MLS ⋅ Active Status

PANORAMIC GOLF COURSE VIEWS! One of the Best Views in Tijeras Creek Villas! Absolutely stunning and completely redesigned 2-bedroom, 2-bath upper-level end-unit condominium in the highly desirable Tijeras Creek Villas, featuring one of the very best locations and views in the entire community. This spacious Alisal floor plan offers approximately 1,170 square feet of light-filled living space with soaring vaulted ceilings, an open and inviting layout, and spectacular panoramic views overlooking Tijeras Creek Golf Course. The beautifully remodeled kitchen features white shaker cabinetry with soft-close doors and drawers, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, modern fixtures and generous workspace, all opening to the main living and dining areas. Luxury vinyl flooring flows throughout the home, while the living room is anchored by a beautifully custom-tiled fireplace and expansive windows that showcase the incredible setting. The spacious primary suite is a true retreat with direct access to the large wraparound balcony, breathtaking golf course and hillside views, generous closet space, a dual-sink quartz vanity, new cabinetry and beautifully updated finishes. The secondary bedroom is privately positioned on the opposite side of the home and enjoys access to its own separate balcony, creating an ideal space for guests, a home office or quiet outdoor retreat. Both bathrooms have been completely redesigned with new cabinetry, quartz vanities, modern fixtures and stylish finishes. Additional highlights include two private balconies, indoor laundry, central air and heat, updated lighting and fixtures, a private one-car garage and additional covered parking. Tijeras Creek Villas offers resort-style amenities including two pools, two spas, fitness center, sauna, BBQ areas, playgrounds and beautifully maintained grounds. Residents also enjoy SAMLARC amenities including access to Lago Santa Margarita, the Beach Club Lagoon, parks, pools, sports courts, trails and community events. With its exceptional end-unit location, two outdoor living spaces and truly outstanding golf course views, this completely remodeled home offers a rare opportunity in Rancho Santa Margarita. BUYERS — LOWER YOUR INTEREST RATE! Seller will consider a concession of up to $15,000 toward a temporary 2-1 interest rate buydown and/or allowable closing costs with an acceptable offer. Buyer qualification, loan program eligibility, rates, and terms are subject to lender approval.

12 Via Solaz, Rancho Santa Margarita

$749,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ OC26194253 MLS ⋅ Active Status

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!! Welcome to this Beautifully upgraded condo located at a prime location within the Highly sought after Tijeras Creek Villas in Rancho Santa Margaritas central location! Ground Level unit with large private wrap around patio with greenbelt views for relaxing & entertaining. Secondary private patio off 2nd bedroom for additional private space. Home has been meticulously cared for and upgraded. Including, newer windows & doors, A/C, Re-pipe (pex) throughout home, Updated kitchen, primary bathroom, flooring, paint, Upgraded single car garage with finished walls and extra storage space much much more! Includes a one car garage with private and convenient side door access, Close covered parking space & parking pass within the community. This home includes some of the best amenities Rancho Santa Margarita have to offer, including 2 pools, Gym, sauna, BBQ areas AND the exceptional SAMLARC membership for the Beach Club Lagoon, Lake Access, parks, pools, tennis, hiking, biking, and so much more. The highly sought after award winning school district is conveniently close to Arroyo Vista Elementary School. Close to Shopping, Restaurants, Entertainment, 241 Toll Roads and more. Begin Living the Rancho Santa Margarita lifestyle now!

9 Via Ermitas, Rancho Santa Margarita

$1,099,900

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ OC26191189 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status

Beautiful single-family home superbly located in the Traditions community in the highly desirable Las Flores area, situated on an elevated lot backing to a greenbelt, with no one behind, and within walking distance of Oak Tree Park and Pool, and Las Flores K-8 School. Well-maintained Spanish influenced exterior architecture and manicured landscaping welcome you to the home. Step inside and soak in the sleek laminate floors, recessed lighting, built-in surround sound system, and a freshly painted neutral interior setting the stage for a superb living environment. The living area features a tempered glass fireplace and built-in media nooks providing a cozy gathering space. The dining area is open to the kitchen and to the living room, with direct access through sliding doors to the backyard and patio providing an ideal indoor-outdoor living space for entertaining friends and family. The spacious kitchen features warm cabinetry, Granite countertops, Stainless-Steel appliances including a new dishwasher, and a center prep island. This well-designed floor plan includes a highly sought-after main level bathroom with walk-in shower and a bonus room with vaulted ceilings and built-in cabinetry and workstation, perfect for an executive home office and can easily be converted into a 4th bedroom. Travel upstairs to the Primary Bedroom Suite which features vaulted ceilings, a walk-in closet, an en-suite primary bathroom with dual vanities, and a private view balcony perfect for an evening glass of wine while enjoying sunsets and rolling hill views. Upstairs also includes a guest bedroom suite with mirrored closet doors, laminate floors, and a full en-suite bathroom. In addition, the second level open loft space was previously converted to a spacious 3rd bedroom addition completed with permits. You will love the convenience of the upstairs laundry room with full-size appliance hook-ups and linen cupboards. The backyard is a private oasis with a spacious patio with seating areas and a drought conscious cactus garden framed by glass fencing overlooking a lush greenbelt providing an ideal environment for entertaining, relaxing, and enjoying the panoramic mountain and hills views. Features include Solar System, direct access 2 gar garage with EV Car Charger, upgraded window blinds throughout, updated carpets, and outdoor motion center lighting. Located close to shopping and dining, Tesoro High, local parks, nearby hiking and biking trails, and easy 241 Toll Road Access.

15 Legacy Way, Rancho Santa Margarita

$715,000

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ OC26188753 MLS ⋅ Active Status

** LOWEST PRICED HOME PER SQFT IN THE GOLF COURSE AREA!** PRICED FOR A QUICK SALE! Welcome to this beautiful townhome in the desirable Serabrisa community of Rancho Santa Margarita. This spacious home features 2 generously sized bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a convenient powder room on the main level. One of the home's standout features is its exceptionally large private patio, one of the largest in the neighborhood. Ideally positioned along the greenbelt and facing the tot-lot, the patio is surrounded by mature trees and offers a wonderful space to relax, entertain, or enjoy the built-in gas BBQ. Inside, the inviting eat-in kitchen features granite countertops and Whirlpool appliances, while the spacious living room offers plantation shutters and a cozy fireplace. The generously sized dining area opens directly to the patio, creating an ideal indoor-outdoor living experience. The oversized primary suite enjoys peaceful views of the surrounding trees and features a spacious en-suite bathroom with dual sinks, a large walk-in closet, and a luxurious oval soaking tub. The secondary bedroom features mirrored wardrobe doors and its own private bathroom. Upgrades include LVP flooring throughout the home and stairs, an Ecobee smart thermostat, smart blinds in the primary bedroom, smart light dimmers in the kitchen, dining room, living room, and both bedrooms, a smart front door lock, and a smart garage opener. The property also offers an attached extra-deep one-car garage plus one assigned parking space. Enjoy all that Rancho Santa Margarita has to offer, with easy access to excellent schools, as well as nearby Tijeras Creek Golf Course. The community has its own pool & spa, and you get to enjoy all the fantastic amenities of RSM - with the Jr Olympic pool, many parks, sports parks, tennis, BBQ/Picnic areas, trails, and RSM Lake!

258 Pasto Rico, Rancho Santa Margarita

$675,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ OC26180888 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Welcome to this beautifully maintained 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo in the highly desirable community of Rancho Santa Margarita. This inviting home offers a great combination of comfort, convenience, and an exceptional lifestyle in one of South Orange County’s most sought after communities. The updated kitchen features refreshed countertops and sink, updated appliances, and a brand new dishwasher. Additional recent improvements include a new water heater, and repiping completed in 2025. The thoughtfully maintained interior is move in ready and provides a comfortable space to call home. The primary suite offers generous space, a large en-suite bathroom, and a walk-in closet. The second bedroom is also spacious and versatile, easily accommodating both a sleeping area and a home office setup. Uniquely positioned on the second floor, this condo enjoys a premium location within the community. A welcoming front patio and an expansive side balcony provide multiple outdoor living spaces, ideal for relaxing or entertaining while taking in beautiful mountain, sunset, and garden views. One of the rare features of this home is direct access to the garage with ample storage. Ideally located close to the playground and a nearby pool, this home also offers exceptional convenience with close proximity to major shopping, dining, and entertainment. Enjoy being within walking distance of the scenic Rancho Santa Margarita Lake, perfect for evening strolls, dining, and enjoying the vibrant local atmosphere. Residents enjoy an exceptional array of amenities, including access to the RSM Beach Club, 13 parks, multiple community pools, playgrounds, and sports courts. Miles of hiking and biking trails are nearby, with scenic O’Neill Regional Park just minutes away. Ideally situated near top-rated schools, shopping, dining, and convenient access to the 241 Toll Road, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and the vibrant Rancho Santa Margarita lifestyle.

8 Dorado, Rancho Santa Margarita

$969,900

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ OC26175935 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status

Welcome to Tesoro Trails! Discover the largest floor plan in this highly desirable townhome community, offering an exceptional combination of space, thoughtful design, and stylish upgrades. This beautifully appointed residence features 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and an open-concept layout designed for comfortable everyday living and entertaining. The main living level showcases beautiful wood flooring, custom shutters, upgraded lighting, and abundant natural light. The spacious great-room-style living and dining area opens to a private balcony with views toward the community children's park. At the heart of the home is an impressive gourmet kitchen featuring a large center island, stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, rich wood cabinetry, and generous storage. Whether preparing a casual meal or entertaining guests, this kitchen provides plenty of workspace and functionality. A ground-level bedroom with a full bathroom and walk-in closet offers excellent flexibility for overnight guests, multigenerational living, or a dedicated home office. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite provides a relaxing retreat with a walk-in closet and an upgraded bathroom featuring dual sinks, stone countertops, and tile flooring. Additional bedrooms offer comfortable accommodations and good closet space, while the secondary bathroom includes dual sinks, stone counters, and attractive tile finishes. Convenience is built in with an interior laundry room located just off the kitchen. The attached two-car garage provides additional storage and is equipped with an electric vehicle charging station. Additional enhancements include ceiling fans, designer touches throughout, and a whole-house ventilation system. Residents can enjoy the community's inviting park and tot lot, along with a barbecue area and seating spaces. The location is particularly convenient, with nearby schools, shopping, dining, and easy access to the area's toll roads. A beautifully upgraded home, an excellent floor plan, and a prime Tesoro Trails location make this one worth seeing! This unit was a rental that is now vacated and easy to show. The furnishings are availalbe and can be included in sale.

10 Ibiza, Rancho Santa Margarita

33 Calle Del Norte, Rancho Santa Margarita

$1,249,900

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ OC26175802 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Located in the desirable Alicante Tract!! A Tijeras Creek Golf Course neighborhood! This stunning, beautifully upgraded home offers a warm and inviting layout with a dramatic front entry and open living spaces enhanced by vaulted ceilings and beautiful vinyl flooring. The kitchen, truly the heart of the home, features granite countertops, custom-painted cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, under-cabinet lighting, a stovetop, and solarium windows, and flows seamlessly into the light-filled family room with abundant natural light. The living and dining room showcase a vaulted ceiling, plantation shutters, a skylight, and a striking fireplace with custom tile and mantle. The spacious primary bedroom includes custom paint, a vaulted ceiling, and a large walk-in closet. The primary bathroom is elegantly upgraded with a Restoration Hardware vanity, Crema Marfil marble, custom tile, and a shower with a tumbled marble enclosure, tile inlay, and seamless glass door. Upstairs also features two additional bedrooms and an upgraded guest bathroom. The main level offers a beautifully upgraded guest bathroom along with a dedicated laundry room. Step outside to a private backyard retreat with hardscape and lush tropical landscaping, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Additional features include a two car attached garage with a driveway. Residents enjoy the Alicante Association pool and spa along with Rancho Santa Margarita’s amenities, including parks, pools, the lake, tennis courts, community events and more!

33 Calle Del Norte, Rancho Santa Margarita

$569,900

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ OC26157843 MLS ⋅ Active Status

FHA & VA approved community! One car garage plus assigned carport! New tile flooring, remodeled bathroom vanities, recently painted, newer water heater, and a move-in ready feel! Welcome to this beautifully updated, single-level condo with serene patio viewstucked into the desirable Los Portillos community in Rancho Santa Margarita. With no stairs to navigate and a peaceful, private setting, this home offers comfortable, easy living from the moment you walk in. Brand-new tile flooring runs through the kitchen, entryway, and bathrooms, complemented by recently painted walls. Inside, an open floor plan lets the kitchen flow easily into the dining area and living room, featuring all stainless steel appliances, upgraded granite countertops, tile floors, and crown molding along the ceilings for a polished, finished feel. The double-pane windows provide excellent noise isolation, adding to the quiet, private atmosphere. The primary bedroom includes its own ensuite bathroom, now upgraded with a brand-new dual vanity, while the second bedroom sits just across from the second full bath, giving both bedrooms privacy and easy access to their own space. A private rear patio offers great views of the surrounding nature and a quiet spot to unwind outside, and the garage provides generous storage space. Beyond the unit itself, the Los Portillos community adds to the appeal, with Mediterranean-inspired architecture, well-kept grounds, and included garage and assigned carport parking. As part of Rancho Santa Margarita’s Master HOA, SAMLARC residents also have access to the RSM Lake and Beach Club, multiple swimming pools, pickleball courts, sports courts, summer concerts, and community hiking and biking trails, with the home itself sitting close to nearby running and biking trails. Rancho Santa Margarita is a master-planned community known for its scenic beauty and small-town charm, with the home sitting within close proximity to shopping, restaurants, and grocery stores. O'Neill Regional Park is just around the corner for those looking for more trails and open space, and easy freeway access keeps commuting throughout Orange County simple. The home is served by Capistrano Unified School District, with nearby schools including Arroyo Vista School and Tesoro High School. This condo brings together a quiet, private setting, thoughtful updates, and a location close to community amenities and everyday conveniences.

7 Timbre, Rancho Santa Margarita

$1,490,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ OC26157316 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Most desirable location in the neighborhood. No through traffic. Largest lot in the neighborhood. Prime location at the end of single loaded street. Huge pool-size yard. At the corner of a quiet cul-de-sac, neighbor on one side only, adjacent to walking trail/green area. Minutes to Hwy 241, shopping and auto center. Hot tub in backyard. Storage shed in side yard. Bright living and dining rooms. Large kitchen with nook, spacious family room with cozy fireplace, master suite with large walk-in closet. Loft with build-ins. Wood shutters.

1 Via Villario, Rancho Santa Margarita

44 Tierra Montanosa, Rancho Santa Margarita

$899,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ OC26156405 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Melinda Heights, NO ROAD NOISE. PEACEFUL SETTING. Rancho Santa Margarita At Its Best! Review the attached supplements for the full list of upgrades & Watch the 3D tour to see it all come together before you even walk in the door. This is the ONE! A rare, expansive wrap-around private patio - your own outdoor sanctuary framed by a brick-and-stone planter wall, with a separate gated entrance to the backyard. Room to lounge, entertain, and unwind in complete serenity, with far more private outdoor living space than many in the community. — this home has been renovated top to bottom, and the numbers speak for themselves. Downstairs, a bedroom suite with its own full bath and laundry opens directly onto that show-stopping patio - perfect for guests, multigenerational living, or a private home office. The kitchen has been fully reimagined with a Bosch 800 Series dishwasher, Samsung smart refrigerator and oven, quartz countertops, and recessed lighting. PLUS a whole-house Filtersorb Puragain water filtration system with a 6-stage alkaline drinking water tap. Every bathroom has been upgraded with sleek, low-flush, single-piece toilets to custom counters with molded sinks! Upstairs, two stunning primary suites deliver rare flexibility: the first with high ceilings, a closet with custom doors, a custom made shoe closet w/ separate spaces and a spa-like renovated walk-in shower that is a fully tiled European rain shower. Shower and Toilet are separated by a custom barn door. The primary bath also features custom double vanity, and smart mirrors. The second Primary features vaulted ceilings, walk-in closet, its own bath/shower. The upgrades don't stop there: New luxury lighting throughout, a newer HVAC system, an automatic sprinkler system, a fully installed garage EV charger, and a whole-home Vivint security system — cameras, sensors, and glass-break detection, equipment (paid for). The HOA has just repainted the exterior, repaved the roads, and replaced the garage doors — the whole community is looking sharp. Step outside your door and into SAMLARC living at its best: 13 parks, sport courts, hiking and biking trails, Saddleback Mountain views, and the beach club at Lake Rancho Santa Margarita. Zoned for award-winning Melinda Heights Elementary and Trabuco Hills High, with shopping and dining just minutes away. No Mello-Roos. Turnkey. Upgraded top to bottom. New HOA Statement for 2026-2027: HOA FEES REMAIN UNCHANGED!!!

44 Tierra Montanosa, Rancho Santa Margarita

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