714-914-4996

19 Via Pelayo ,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

$1,275,000

Designed for both refined comfort and effortless entertaining, this beautifully maintained two-story residence is ideally situated in the highly sought-after Cantamar neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita — a community known for its strong demand and limited availability. The main level showcases wood-style ceramic tile flooring, recessed lighting, and a spacious open layout that seamlessly connects the kitchen and family room. A classic fireplace anchors the living space, while a sliding glass door leads directly to the backyard — creating effortless indoor-outdoor flow ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen features a newer Whirlpool refrigerator, built-in kegerator, breakfast bar seating, and a pantry for organized storage. A well-appointed powder room completes the downstairs. Upstairs, all bedrooms are thoughtfully situated along with a versatile loft — perfect for a home office, study space, or secondary lounge. The generously sized primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a walk-in closet and an ensuite bath featuring a separate soaking tub. Secondary bedrooms share a spacious bathroom with ample counter space. The private backyard is designed for relaxed Southern California living, complete with a putting green, bistro lighting, mature fruit trees, and a generously sized wraparound side yard with newly added turf — offering both charm and low-maintenance functionality. Major systems have been updated for peace of mind, including a new HVAC system and water heater (2022). The garage is equally impressive with a large workbench and added storage (2022), plus epoxy flooring and a new garage door opener installed in 2026 — creating a polished and highly functional bonus space ideal for a home gym, workshop, or creative studio.

Basic Information

MLS #:
OC26035985

Price:
$1,275,000

Price
(per sq ft):
$638.00

Address:
19 Via Pelayo ,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

MLS Area:
R2 - Rancho Santa Margarita Central

Subdivision:
Cantamar (CANT)

Property
Type:
Single Family Residence

Days on Market:
13

Status:
Active Under Contract

Bedrooms:
3

Bathrooms:
3

Full Baths:
2

Size (sq ft):
1,997 sq ft

Lot Size:
4,400 sq ft

Year Built:
1999

Sale Type:
Standard

Rooms in Home

Rooms:
Walk-In Closet, Laundry, All Bedrooms Up, Kitchen, Living Room, Family Room, Loft, Primary Suite, Primary Bathroom

Eating Area:
Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room, In Kitchen

Laundry:
Gas Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Washer Hookup, Washer Included, Dryer Included

Entry Location:
1

Interior Features

Fireplace:
Gas, Family Room

Cooling:
Central Air

Heating:
Fireplace(s), Central

Floor:
Tile, Carpet

Appliances:
Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Gas Water Heater, Gas Range, Gas Oven

Interior Features:
Crown Molding, Built-in Features, Wainscoting, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Open Floorplan, Storage, Granite Counters

Security:
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Accessibility:
2+ Access Exits

Garage and Parking

Garage:
Attached

Garage:
2 Spaces

Carport:
0 Spaces

Parking:
Garage, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Paved, Direct Garage Access, Garage - Single Door, Garage Faces Front, Built-In Storage

Home Owners Association

HOA Dues 1:
$91.00 / Monthly

HOA Dues 2:
$

HOA Amenities: 
Spa/Hot Tub, Hiking Trails, Picnic Area, Tennis Court(s), Pickleball, Pool, Other Courts, Barbecue, Clubhouse, Sport Court, Playground

Utilities

Water:
Public

Utilities:
Natural Gas Connected,Phone Available,Sewer Connected,Cable Connected,Electricity Connected,Water Connected

School Information

District:
Capistrano Unified

Elementary:
TIJCRE

Middle:
LASFLO

High:
TESERO

Exterior Features

Pool:
Association, In Ground

Spa:
Association

Patio:
Concrete, Slab, Wrap Around

View:
None

Construction:
Frame, Concrete, Stucco, Drywall Walls

Foundation:
Slab

Roof:
Spanish Tile

Windows:
Double Pane Windows

Common Walls:
No Common Walls

Levels:
Two

Lot Features:
Landscaped, Rectangular Lot, 0-1 Unit/Acre, Front Yard, Back Yard, Yard

Additional Information

County:
Orange

Senior Community:
No

Community Features:
Curbs, Golf, Biking, Dog Park, Hiking, Fishing, Lake, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Suburban, Park

Other Structures:

Structure Condition:
Turnkey

Direction Faces:
Southeast

Listed by:
Coldwell Banker Realty , Jessica Dyer , 02200986

Co-Listed:

Last
Updated:
3/17/2026 5:25 PM

19 Via Pelayo ,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688