1 El Canto – Corner-Lot Beauty Overlooking Monte Vista Park with Resort-Style Amenities
Welcome to 1 El Canto, a charming and private corner-lot home nestled at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac in the heart of Rancho Santa Margarita. This beautifully situated property backs directly onto the expansive Monte Vista Park, offering open views, added privacy, and a seamless connection to nature right from your backyard.
The interior offers a warm, sun-filled layout with versatile living spaces that invite you to relax, entertain, and make it your own. From the moment you enter, you’ll feel the potential to create something special in a home that already has so much to offer.
But what truly sets this home apart are the unmatched lifestyle perks. Just steps from your door, the cul-de-sac leads to the Beach Club, a private community hub featuring a man-made beach, pools, tennis courts, basketball, volleyball, and more. With LOW HOA dues, you gain access to 4 pools, parks, playgrounds, softball fields, and top-rated schools all within walking distance.
Located near RSM Lake, O’Neill Regional Park, hiking and biking trails, and just minutes from shopping, dining, and the 241 Toll Road, this home offers the perfect blend of convenience, recreation, and community living.
Whether you’re raising a family, hosting friends, or simply enjoying the peace and beauty of the outdoors—1 El Canto is your gateway to it all.
Welcome to 1 El Canto, a charming and private corner-lot home nestled at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac in the heart of Rancho Santa Margarita. This beautifully situated property backs directly onto the expansive Monte Vista Park, offering open views, added privacy, and a seamless connection to nature right from your backyard.
The interior offers a warm, sun-filled layout with versatile living spaces that invite you to relax, entertain, and make it your own. From the moment you enter, you’ll feel the potential to create something special in a home that already has so much to offer.
But what truly sets this home apart are the unmatched lifestyle perks. Just steps from your door, the cul-de-sac leads to the Beach Club, a private community hub featuring a man-made beach, pools, tennis courts, basketball, volleyball, and more. With LOW HOA dues, you gain access to 4 pools, parks, playgrounds, softball fields, and top-rated schools all within walking distance.
Located near RSM Lake, O’Neill Regional Park, hiking and biking trails, and just minutes from shopping, dining, and the 241 Toll Road, this home offers the perfect blend of convenience, recreation, and community living.
Whether you’re raising a family, hosting friends, or simply enjoying the peace and beauty of the outdoors—1 El Canto is your gateway to it all.
Property Details
Price:
$992,000
MLS #:
OC25164948
Status:
Pending
Beds:
3
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
El Caserio R2 EC
Neighborhood:
r2
Listed Date:
Nov 7, 2025
Finished Sq Ft:
1,522
Lot Size:
3,200 sqft / 0.07 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1988
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Schools
School District:
Saddleback Valley Unified
Elementary School:
Cielo Vista
Middle School:
Rancho Santa Margarita
High School:
Trabucco Hills
Interior
Appliances
DW, RF, GR, WHU
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
CA, GAS
Flooring
WOOD, CARP
Heating
SO, FIR, HE
Laundry Features
IG
Exterior
Architectural Style
MED
Community Features
SUB, BLM, PSV, LAKE, PARK, FISH, HIKI, BIKI
Parking Spots
4
Roof
SPT
Financial
HOA Fee
$87
HOA Frequency
MO
Map
Community
- AddressEl Canto Lot 5 Rancho Santa Margarita CA
- SubdivisionEl Caserio (R2) (EC)
- CityRancho Santa Margarita
- CountyOrange
- Zip Code92688
Subdivisions in Rancho Santa Margarita
- Alicante ALI
- Arroyo Oaks AO
- Arroyo Vista AV
- Ballantree BALT
- Belterraza BTR
- Brighton Glen BG
- Brisa del Lago I BD
- Brisa del Lago II BDII
- Candelero CAN
- Castile CAST
- Cierra Del Lago CDL
- Corazon CORZ
- Corte Melina CM
- Cresta Vista CRV
- El Caserio R2 EC
- Estrella Vista ESV
- Fairway Estates DCFE
- Fiesta FIES
- Granada GRN
- Greystone Arbor GRAR
- Lakeridge DLR
- Las Flores R1 LF
- Las Flores R2 LF
- Laurels DLAU
- Los Abanicos LOSA
- Los Paseos LOPA
- Magnolia MAGN
- Mallorca MALL
- Marbella MB
- Mission Courts R1 MC
- Mission Courts R2 MC
- Mission Greens R1 MG
- Montana Del Lago MDL
- Montilla MNT
- Paragon PAR
- Ranchwood R2 RW
- Sea Country SEAC
- Serabrisa SRB
- Sonoma Court SCT
- Sterling Heights DSH
- Summit Crest DSC
- Terracina TERC
- The Meadows TM
- Tierra Montanosa TIEM
- Tijeras Creek Villas TCV
- Trabuco – Elms THE
- Trabuco – Homestead THH
- Trabuco – Springs THS
- Valle Vista VLV
- Vista Ladera R2 VL
- Warmington Homes DWH
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Rancho Santa Margarita as of Nov 20, 2025
55
Single Family Listed
30
Avg DOM
393
Avg $ / SqFt
$912,141
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the El Caserio (R2) (EC) subdivision, El Canto Lot 5 Rancho Santa Margarita CA is a Single Family for sale in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688. It is listed for $992,000 and features 3 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 1,522 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1988. The current price per square foot is $652. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Rancho Santa Margarita is $393. The average listing price for Single Family in Rancho Santa Margarita is $912,141.
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