5 Via Anta, Rancho Santa Margarita, California 92688, Rancho Santa Margarita, 92688 - 4 bed, 3 bath
5 Via Anta
Rancho Santa Margarita, California 92688
Property Price
SUMMARY
Analysis of 5 Via Anta, Rancho Santa Margarita, California 92688 reveals a property with a current list price of $1,599,999, which is 3% above the estimated $1,552,252 Fair Market Value. Buyers should carefully evaluate the pricing and consider negotiation opportunities. The property maintains a Fair Condition Rating (50/100), suggesting the property is in acceptable condition with potential for value enhancement through selective updates and improvements. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Rancho Santa Margarita Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Estimated Market Value
Comparable Sales Map
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 5 Via Anta Subject | $1,599,999* List Price | 4 | 3 | 3,003 | $517 | - |
A 2 Via Boyero Sold | $1,235,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,046 | $604 | 0.5 mi |
B 27 Feldspar Way Sold | $1,333,000 | 6 | 3 | 2,287 | $583 | 0.1 mi |
C 1 Danta Sold | $1,320,000 | 4 | 3 | 1,977 | $668 | 0.8 mi |
D 4 Raposa Sold | $1,325,000 | 4 | 4 | 2,234 | $593 | 0.9 mi |
E 33 Las Pisadas Sold | $1,612,409 | 4 | 3 | 2,764 | $583 | 0.3 mi |
F 19 La Purisima Active | $1,592,500 List Price | 4 | 3 | 2,712 | $587 | 0.5 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Condition Analysis
OVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1997 and meticulously maintained by the original owner, the property is in clean, functional condition but features largely original finishes that reflect its nearly 30-year age. While the home includes modern functional upgrades such as solar panels, an EV charger, and dual-zone AC, the kitchen and bathrooms lack recent full-scale renovations to meet contemporary luxury standards. It fits the 'Fair' criteria as an aged but well-kept home that requires cosmetic updates.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Iconic Location & Community
Situated on the celebrated 'Candy Cane Lane' in a premier cul-de-sac, this home offers a unique lifestyle experience within walking distance to top-rated Melinda Heights Elementary and O'Neill Park.
- Highly Functional Floor Plan
The 3,003 sqft layout is exceptionally designed with 19-foot cathedral ceilings, a rare main-floor primary suite, and a massive upstairs bonus room suitable for a home theater or gym.
- Privacy and Modern Upgrades
A 17-foot rear easement provides superior privacy and unobstructed mountain views, while the inclusion of solar panels, an EV charger, and dual-zone AC adds significant modern value.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Market Momentum
The property has already undergone a $100,000 price reduction since its initial listing, suggesting the market is sensitive to the current valuation.
- Potential for Cosmetic Updates
Being meticulously maintained by the original owner since 1997, the home likely features original finishes that may require modernization to appeal to contemporary luxury tastes.
About 5 Via Anta
Live in the heart of the magic on iconic Candy Cane Lane, one of the area's most celebrated holiday-decorating neighborhoods since 1997. This exceptional home offers awe-inspiring scale, light, and a highly sought after floor plan in a premier cul-de-sac location. From the moment you enter you're greeted by 19 foot cathedral ceilings that seamlessly connect the living room, den, dining area, and kitchen - anchored by an expansive floor-to-ceiling fireplace. Walls of windows fill the home with natural light and showcase stunning mount views. The desirable main-floor primary suite features an oversized bedroom, spa-like en-suite bath with dual sinks, a soaking tub, separate walk-in shower, and a generous walk-in closet. Upstairs, you find three large bedrooms, all with ceiling fans, plus enormous bonus room - perfect for a playroom, gym, home office, or private movie theater. Designed for entertaining, this open-concept home includes: Four spacious bedrooms + large bonus room, dual-zone air conditioning (separate units for upstairs and downstairs), overabundance of solar panels, electric vehicle charger, three-car garage with overhead storage, custom pavers along a large side yard, 17 foot rear easement providing exceptional privacy and enhanced second- story views. Located just steps from O'Neill Park, this home is part of a amenity rich community featuring multiple pools (including the Rancho Santa Margarita Beach Club), tennis, basketball, baseball, pickleball, scenic trails and nearby parks. Enjoy walking distance to Melinda Heights Elementary, approximately two miles to Trabucco Hills High School, and quick access to shopping, dining and entertainment. Lovingly maintained by the original owner, this one-of-a-kind home is ready for its next chapter. Location, views, space and lifestyle, this one has it all.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1997
- Lot Size
- 5,358 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 4
- Total Bathrooms
- 3 (3 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $152.0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Rancho Santa Margarita Unified Schools
Melinda Heights Elementary School
Grades K-6 • 0.7 mi
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate School
Grades 7-8 • 1.4 mi
Trabuco Hills High School
Grades 9-12 • 2.3 mi
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 4.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 3.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 3,003 | 1,972.5 | 93% |
| Lot Size | 5,358 | 4,424.5 | 76% |
| Price | $1.60M | $1.22M | 87% |
| Price per sq ft | $533 | $634 | 4% |
| Built year | 1997 | 1993 | 70% |
| HOA | $152.0 | $87 | 80% |
| Days on market | 29 | 157 | 2% |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Feb 23, 2026
$1,599,999
$1,699,999
-6% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Price Change
Feb 6, 2026
$1,699,999
Initial Listing