Contemporary Homes for Sale in Rancho Santa Margarita

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ CV26239842 MLS ⋅ Coming Soon Status

Welcome to Montecito! Nestled in the highly desirable Montecito community of Rancho Santa Margarita, this beautifully upgraded home offers modern style, thoughtful upgrades, and everyday comfort. As you approach, enjoy picturesque views of Saddleback Mountain, setting the stage for all this wonderful home offers. Step inside to a light-filled, open floor plan designed for comfortable living. Recently painted interiors and newer luxury vinyl flooring throughout create a fresh, contemporary feel. A natural flow connects the living room, dining area, and kitchen, while soaring vaulted ceilings expand the spacious feeling. The beautifully updated kitchen is both stylish and functional, featuring striking blue cabinetry, sleek quartz countertops, a premium ZLINE gas range, and a convenient microwave drawer. Newer Samsung dishwasher and refrigerator. The breakfast area and family room create the perfect gathering space for family and friends. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite is a peaceful retreat, featuring vaulted ceilings, large windows, and a private en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower and separate water closet. Two additional bedrooms share a well-appointed Jack-and-Jill bathroom, offering a practical and comfortable layout. Fresh paint, smart doorknobs, and recently updated finishes add to the home's move-in-ready appeal. The backyard offers a private, low-maintenance setting, ideal for enjoying Southern California's year-round outdoor lifestyle. Energy-conscious features include Fully Paid Solar at the close of escrow to help offset electricity costs, a Tesla Powerwall 3 conveniently located along the side of the home, and a Tesla EV charger conveniently located inside the garage. Enjoy being within walking distance of Trabuco Mesa Elementary School, Trabuco Mesa Park, and the beautiful Rancho Santa Margarita Lake. Shopping, restaurants, and entertainment are just minutes away. Residents also enjoy access to the exceptional SAMLARC community amenities, including the lake, beach club, swimming pools, parks, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball courts, hiking trails, and community meeting and banquet facilities. Combining thoughtful upgrades, energy-conscious features, and an exceptional community lifestyle, this is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy all that Montecito and Rancho Santa Margarita have to offer!

16 Allyssum, Rancho Santa Margarita

28 Pica Flor #44 Unit 44, Rancho Santa Margarita

$499,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ PW26205902 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Ground floor unit in the desirable Las Flores II Community. Walking distance to top rated schools, O'Neil Regional Park, Rancho Santa Margarita Lake, shops, and restaurants. Residents enjoy access to the SAMLARC beach club, pools, and tennis courts. This home features spacious patio facing the trees, not neighbors; laminate wood floors, a master bedroom with its own private bathroom and vanity, and both bedrooms offers plenty of closet storage. An assigned carport and one parking permit are included. NOTE: Feel free to park on the street or use covered carport #44.

28 Pica Flor #44 Unit 44, Rancho Santa Margarita

$529,900

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ RS26197553 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status

Views! Views! Views! Welcome to Mission Courts II! This light, bright, and private upper-end unit offers spectacular mountain views from two spacious decks and an ideal location with only one shared wall and no one above or below. Windows on three sides fill the home with natural light, and you're just a short stroll from beautiful Rancho Santa Margarita Lake. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath home features a functional floor plan with soaring vaulted ceilings, a cozy fireplace, and an oversized A/C unit. The versatile second room is currently configured as a den, offering flexibility as a home office, guest room, or easily restored second bedroom. The home provides an excellent opportunity to personalize and create the living space that fits your style while enjoying its outstanding location, desirable layout, exceptional privacy, and breathtaking views. The property also includes a detached one-car garage and an additional assigned parking space. Residents enjoy outstanding community amenities, including a pool, tennis courts, parks, and convenient access to nearby shopping, restaurants, schools, and the scenic Rancho Santa Margarita Lake.

1 Dogwood, Rancho Santa Margarita

$585,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ OC26187740 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Welcome to this beautifully updated upstairs home in the desirable Tijeras Creek community of Rancho Santa Margarita. Offering 971 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, this light and inviting residence features vaulted ceilings that create an open, spacious personality from the moment you enter. The interior has been refreshed with newer flooring throughout, along with a remodeled kitchen featuring new cabinetry, new countertops and newer appliances. The living area is finished luxury vinyl flooring with a cozy fireplace, creating a warm and inviting space to relax or entertain. Step outside to your private balcony, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or winding down at the end of the day. The home also includes a detached garage for parking and additional storage. Located within the Tijeras Creek community, residents enjoy a convenient Rancho Santa Margarita lifestyle close to shopping, dining, parks, recreation and local amenities. An excellent opportunity to own an updated home in a welcoming community with plenty to enjoy right outside your door.

94 Via Contento, Rancho Santa Margarita

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Contemporary Homes for Sale in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Every active Rancho Santa Margarita listing that the MLS labels as Contemporary style is shown above, newest first. Tell us what you want and we will send you matching homes in Rancho Santa Margarita and surrounding areas, including homes that are not on the market yet.

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What to know about Contemporary homes in Rancho Santa Margarita

Contemporary homes reflect current design: open floor plans, large windows, clean lines and indoor outdoor living. The label covers a wide range, from 1970s and 1980s tract homes to brand new construction.

Because agents use the term loosely, look at the photos and year built rather than the label alone. In newer homes, ask about builder warranties, solar leases and Mello-Roos taxes.

Keep in mind that this list depends on how each listing agent labeled the style in the MLS, so some Contemporary homes are missing and a few others are mislabeled. Ask us and we will search by photo and description for you.

Common questions

Are there Contemporary homes for sale in Rancho Santa Margarita right now?

The list at the top of this page shows every active Rancho Santa Margarita listing that the MLS labels as Contemporary style. It updates throughout the day, so on some days there are only a few homes and on other days there are none.

Can you alert me when new Contemporary homes are listed in Rancho Santa Margarita?

Yes. Email us your price range and timing and we will set up an alert that sends you new matches in Rancho Santa Margarita and surrounding areas as soon as they are listed.

Is contemporary the same as modern?

Not quite. Modern usually refers to a specific mid 1900s design movement, while contemporary means the style of today. In MLS listings the two are often used interchangeably.

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