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$4,200 /month

181 Montana Del Lago Dr, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

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What This Condo Offers

Rancho Santa Margarita Lakefront Living! Enjoy spectacular panoramic lake and resort-style community pool views from this beautiful end-unit condo in the highly... desirable Montana Del Lago community. This spacious home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a 2-car attached garage, and a full-size interior laundry area. The condo is currently being refreshed with new carpet, fresh interior paint, and new blinds, creating a bright, clean, and inviting living space. The refrigerator, washer, and dryer are all included for your convenience. The open floor plan is filled with natural light and opens to a private entertainer's balcony—the perfect place to relax, entertain, or simply take in the breathtaking lake and pool views. Walk out your front door and, within just a few steps, you'll reach the lake with scenic walking paths leading to shops, restaurants, entertainment, and more. Residents enjoy a resort-style community pool and spa, along with picnic areas, offering the ultimate Southern California lifestyle. This is a rare opportunity to lease a premier lakefront home in the highly sought-after Rancho Santa Margarita. Good credit (750+), verifiable income, and adequate cash reserves are required. MLS# OC26140247

Unit

  • $4,200 / month
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1344 sq. ft.
  • Available Now

Condo Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Breakfast Nook
  • Carpet
  • Deck
  • Dining Room
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Fireplace

Community Features

  • Fenced Lot
  • Garages
  • Pet Play Area
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Utilities Included

181 Montana Del Lago Dr is a condo for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Basics

Due at Move-In

  • Security Deposit - Refundable
    $4,200

Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Condo Details

Views

  • Panoramic
  • Lake
  • Mountain
  • Pool
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Built in 1990
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Tile Roof
  • Condominium
  • Stucco
  • Slab Foundation
  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Living Room with Attached Deck
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Sliding Doors
  • Dining Room
  • Window Screens
  • Entryway
  • Gas Fireplace
  • 1344 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Blinds

Kitchen

  • Pots and Pans Drawers
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Gas Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Mirrored Closets Doors
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
  • Makeup or Vanity Space
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
  • All Upper Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Washer Hookup

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Guest Parking
  • No Driveway
  • Single Garage Door
  • Rear-Facing Garage
  • On-Street Parking
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Permit Required

Accessible Home Design

  • No Interior Steps

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Heated Spa
  • In Ground Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Access To Lake
  • Living Room Balcony
  • Rain Gutters
  • Exterior Lighting

Lot Details

  • Lake Front
  • No Units Above
  • End Unit
  • East Facing Home
  • Wood Fence
  • Two or More Common Walls
  • No Landscaping

Location

  • Property is near park
  • Suburban Location

Schools

  • Trabuco Mesa Elementary School
  • Rancho Santa Margarita Middle School
  • Trabuco Hills High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available
  • Electricity Connected
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Phone Available
  • Sewer Connected
  • Public Water Source
  • Water Connected
  • Sewer Paid

Listing and Financial Details

  • Seller Considering Concessions
  • Security Deposit $4,200
  • 12-Month Minimum Lease Term
  • Available 2026-08-01
  • Tax Lot 4
  • Tax Tract Number 13666
  • Assessor Parcel Number 93083023
  • Rent includes association dues, trash collection, sewer

Community Details

Overview

  • Community Lake
  • 124 Units
  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Montana Del Lago Association, Phone Number (714) 647-9393
  • First Service Association, Phone Number (949) 448-6000
  • Built by RGC
  • Montana Del Lago Subdivision, Lake View Floorplan
  • The Mgmt Trust HOA

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Fishing
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa
  • Hiking Trails
  • Park
  • Bike Trail
  • Dog Park

Pet Policy

  • Breed Restrictions

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Get In Touch

Property Address:
181 Montana Del Lago Dr,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Listed by
Christina Ford | Ford Realty Group
Phone Number: (949) 922-3673
CaliforniaRegionalMLS#CA

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Area Scores

Walkability

Fairly walkable50 / 100

Transit

Limited public transit30 / 100

Driveability

Very drivable80 / 100

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable70 / 100

Scores provided by

Soundscore

Active72 / 100

Scores provided by
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Travel and Transit

Airport
John Wayne/Orange County
28 min Drive
SNA
Airport
Ontario International
57 min Drive
Ontario International

Local Education

Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

Saddleback College

Drive: 16 min (10.2 mi)

Discover Samlarc, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate 181 Montana Del Lago Dr proximity to Mercado Del Lago, Trabuco Marketplace, and Rancho Santa Margarita Town Center. Mercado Del Lago is 0.6 miles away, and Trabuco Marketplace is within a 17 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 30, 181 Montana Del Lago Dr has limited public transit, including 5 transit stops within 17.9 miles. Transit options include Laguna Niguel/Mission Viejo and Irvine.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near 181 Montana Del Lago Dr are plentiful. Discover 2 parks within 3.3 miles, including O'Neill Regional Park and Starr Ranch Sanctuary.

Airports

Living in Samlarc provides easy access to John Wayne/Orange County, located just 27 minutes from 181 Montana Del Lago Dr. Another nearby airport is Ontario International, located 42.6 miles away.

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