About 1 Baya
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.
Features of 1 Baya
| MLS® # | OC26146604 |
|---|---|
| Price | $569,999 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Square Footage | 1,047 |
| Lot Size | 50,553 |
| Year Built | 1990 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Condominium |
| Style | Mediterranean |
| Status | Active |
| # Of Units | 246 |
Community Information
| Address | 1 Baya |
|---|---|
| Area | R2 - Rancho Santa Margarita Central |
| Subdivision | La Ventana (LAV) |
| City | Rancho Santa Margarita |
| County | Orange |
| Zip Code | 92688 |
Amenities
| Amenities | Call for Rules, Sport Court, Dog Park, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Pickleball, Pool, Pet Restrictions, Spa/Hot Tub |
|---|---|
| Utilities | Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected |
| Parking Spaces | 2 |
| Parking | Carport, Door-Single, Garage |
| # of Garages | 1 |
| Garages | Carport, Door-Single, Garage |
| View | None |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | Yes |
| Pool | Community, Association |
Interior
| Interior | Laminate, Tile |
|---|---|
| Interior Features | All Bedrooms Down |
| Appliances | Gas Oven, Gas Range |
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Has Basement | No |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Living Room |
| # of Stories | 1 |
| Stories | One |
Exterior
| Exterior | Drywall, Stucco, Frame |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Street Level |
| Roof | Spanish Tile |
| Construction | Drywall, Stucco, Frame |
| Foundation | Slab |
School Information
| District | Capistrano Unified |
|---|---|
| Elementary | Tijeras Creek |
| Middle | Las Flores |
| High | Tesoro |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | July 6th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 73 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
| HOA Fees | 756 |
| HOA Fees Freq. | Monthly |
Listing Details
| Agent | Erik Kaiser |
|---|---|
| Office | RE/MAX TerraSol |