
1 Baya, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
1 Baya, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Property Description
Discover this beautiful 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom lower-level condo located in the highly desirable city of Rancho Santa Margarita. Offering privacy, comfort, and convenience, this private end-unit home features two patios, an attached 1-car garage with direct interior access, and one dedicated carport space. Inside, you’ll find a bright and open floor plan with afternoon natural light, plantation wood shutters, elegant tile flooring, and laminate wood-style flooring. The inviting family room includes a cozy fireplace and flows seamlessly into the kitchen and dining area, making it ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Recent upgrades include dining area lighting and a newer dishwasher, central air conditioning. Both bedrooms are generously sized and offer large closets. The individual laundry room adds everyday practicality, while the spacious primary suite provides a true retreat with two closets and a primary bathroom featuring a large vanity and makeup area. There may also be potential to expand the bathroom layout with a freestanding tub, if desired. The community offers an association pool, perfect for warmer summer days. Enjoy an exceptional location just minutes from the toll road, shopping, dining, Tijeras Creek Golf Course, and top-rated schools. Additional benefits include a low tax rate and no Mello-Roos.
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Comparative Market Analysis
Affordable Tier · 5 active · 5 closed
Rancho Santa Margarita · Condominium
Listed 8.8% below the median closed sale of $625,000. Price per sqft ($544) is a 11% discount to closed comps ($612). Closed comps sold at 103% of list — strong seller's market.
Price Position
Priced below the market — value advantage over the field.
Active Properties (5)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Dorado | Rancho Santa Margarita | 1989 | 2 | 2 | 1,050 | 52,155 | $643 | $675,000 | 53 | 95 |
| 2 Dianthus | Rancho Santa Margarita | 1988 | 2 | 2 | 1,024 | 0 | $683 | $699,900 | 2 | 93 |
| 30 Leonado | Rancho Santa Margarita | 1989 | 2 | 2 | 876 | 52,155 | $672 | $589,000 | 27 | 91 |
| 18 Montana Del Lago | Rancho Santa Margarita | 1992 | 2 | 2 | 827 | 52,296 | $689 | $569,995 | 3 | 89 |
| 229 Pasto Rico | Rancho Santa Margarita | 1989 | 2 | 2 | 1,032 | 107,098 | $648 | $669,000 | 39 | 89 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 2.0 | 2.0 | 961.8 | 65,926 | $667 | $640,579 | 24.8 | |||
| Median | 1,024 | $669,000 | ||||||||
Closed Properties (5)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Carmesi | Rancho Santa Margarita | 1989 | 09/22/2026 | 2 | 2 | 1,049 | 0 | $630,000 | $625,000 | $596 | 0.99 | 88 | 96 |
| 6 Leonado | Rancho Santa Margarita | 1989 | 09/01/2026 | 2 | 2 | 1,102 | 62,246 | $628,000 | $625,000 | $567 | 0.99 | 47 | 93 |
| 18 Marino | Rancho Santa Margarita | 1989 | 10/09/2026 | 2 | 2 | 888 | 0 | $614,900 | $650,000 | $732 | 1.06 | 36 | 91 |
| 10 Geranium | Rancho Santa Margarita | 1986 | 08/28/2026 | 2 | 2 | 1,019 | 30,296 | $499,990 | $549,000 | $539 | 1.10 | 28 | 89 |
| 54 Via Contento | Rancho Santa Margarita | 1990 | 10/01/2026 | 2 | 2 | 971 | 92,527 | $599,000 | $610,000 | $628 | 1.02 | 19 | 89 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 2.0 | 2.0 | 1,005.8 | 61,689.667 | $611,800 | $611,800 | $612.4 | — | 43.6 | ||||
| Median | 1,019 | $625,000 | $625,000 | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.