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listing_id: CROC26043193
status: Pending
price: 995000
beds: 3
baths_full: 2
baths_half: 1
sqft_living: 1428
sqft_lot: 3528
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1988
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "26 via Zapador"
city: Rancho Santa Margarita
state: CA
zip: 92688
county: "Orange County"
lat: 33.6447044
lng: -117.5842697
days_on_market: 30
hoa_fee: 91
hoa_frequency: Monthly
garage_spaces: 2
list_agent: "Stephen Short"
list_office: "West Capital Real Estate"
list_agent_phone: "–"
list_agent_license: 02204645
mls_source: CRMLS
modified: 2026-03-31
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | Orange County | Rancho Santa Margarita | 92688 | 26 via Zapador

26 via Zapador, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

MLS: CROC26043193 | Status: PendingDoNotShow | Price: $995,000
Beds/Baths: 3 / 2 /1
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
3 2 /1 1,428 3,528 1988

Remarks

Tucked into the heart of Rancho Santa Margarita, 26 Via Zapador is a charming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offering 1,428 sq ft of comfortable living on an approximately 3,600 sq ft lot, built in 1988. Step inside to a bright, welcoming layout highlighted by cathedral ceilings and thoughtful upgrades throughout, including an updated kitchen with granite counters, stainless appliances, and newer cabinetry, plus double-pane vinyl windows for comfort and efficiency. The private backyard is a true retreat with green grass and fruit trees, perfect for weekend BBQs, playtime, or simply enjoying Southern California evenings. You’ll also love the lifestyle here. The home is positioned for convenient access to Rancho Santa Margarita Lake, nearby shopping, and sought-after local schools. Community perks round it out, with neighborhood/association amenities (including pool access) and that classic RSM “everything is close” feel that makes the area so desirable.

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # CROC26043193
MLS Source California Regional MLS

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bedrooms Other
Appliances Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven - Gas, Refrigerator
Fireplace Living Room
Laundry In Garage
Cooling Central Forced Air
Heating Central Forced Air, Solar

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Pool Community Facility

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Garage, Other, Garage: 2 Car(s)
Elementary District Saddleback Valley Unified
High School District Saddleback Valley Unified
HOA Fee $91
HOA Fee Frequency Monthly
Complex Amenities Barbecue Area, Club House, Community Pool, Picnic Area, Playground

Contact Information

Listing Agent Co-Listing Agent
Stephen Short Tony Do
West Capital Real Estate West Capital Real Estate
License #: 02204645 License #: 01349844
Phone: – Phone: (714) 657-5503

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Cielo Vista Elementary School public K-6 0.14 mi 7
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate School public 7-8 0.28 mi 5
Trabuco Mesa Elementary School public K-6 0.65 mi 7
Robinson Elementary School public K-6 0.85 mi 6
Trabuco Elementary School public K-6 1.02 mi 7
Tijeras Creek Elementary School public K-5 1.61 mi 8
Melinda Heights Elementary School public K-6 1.97 mi 8
Arroyo Vista Middle School public 6-8 2.33 mi 9
Arroyo Vista Elementary School public K-5 2.33 mi 8
Philip J. Reilly Elementary public K-5 3.56 mi 10
Portola Hills Elementary School public K-6 3.62 mi 10
Trabuco Hills High School public 9-12 3.95 mi 10
Del Lago Elementary School public K-6 4.11 mi 6
Wagon Wheel Elementary School public K-5 4.44 mi 9
Tesoro High School public 9-12 4.63 mi 9
Castille Elementary School public K-5 4.74 mi 9
Las Flores Middle School public 6-8 4.77 mi 8
Las Flores Elementary School public K-5 4.82 mi 10
Glen Yermo Elementary School public K-6 4.96 mi 5
Newhart Middle School public 6-8 4.98 mi 9

Nearby Homes

Address Price Beds Baths Sq Ft Status
42 via Zapador $990,000 3 2 1,083 Contingent
4 via Violeta $1,100,000 3 2/1 1,551 PendingDoNotShow
16 Crucillo $1,125,000 3 2/1 1,428 Active
11 via Becerra $955,000 2 2 993 Active

Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of March 31, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Stephen Short.