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Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. 137 Rentals Available
137 Rentals Available

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  • Rent specials New Units Available
    1 bd $2,730+
    2 bd $3,397+
    Total monthly cost
    4.5 (2)
    25501 Crown Valley Parkway, Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials
    Studio $2,340+
    1 bd $2,397+
    2 bd $2,650+
    Base rent
    30751 El Corazon, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • New Units Available
    1 bd $2,380+
    2 bd $2,975+
    Base rent
    4.5 (39)
    22751 El Prado, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • 3 bd $4,000
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    59 Vía Barcelona, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    Pet friendly
  • New listing
    3 bd $4,500
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    33 La Cascada, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    Pet friendly • Dishwasher • Washer/Dryer
  • New listing
    2 bd $2,900
    Base rent
    14 Via Carino, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    Dog friendly • Parking • Pool
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  • 1 bd $2,717+
    2 bd $3,096+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    3.0 (7)
    21486 Lake Forest Drive, Lake Forest, CA 92630
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials 7 units available
    1 bd $2,188+
    Base rent
    3.0 (2)
    23151 Los Alisos Blvd, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • New Units Available
    1 bd $2,702+
    2 bd $4,122+
    Total monthly cost Income restricted
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (35)
    26600 Oso Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • 1 bd $2,485
    2 bd $2,990
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    5.0 (51)
    27550 Hillcrest, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
    Apply online • Cat friendly • Parking
  • New Units Available
    Studio $2,251+
    1 bd $2,426+
    2 bd $2,999+
    Base rent
    5.0 (1)
    25162 Charlinda Drive, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • 1 bd $2,503+
    2 bd $3,067+
    Base rent
    25421 Alta Loma, Lake Forest, CA 92630-7006
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    1 bd $2,713+
    2 bd $3,515+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (23)
    24391 Avenida De La Carlota #100, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • New Units Available 24 units available
    1 bd $2,292+
    2 bd $3,050+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    3.5 (17)
    24555 Los Alisos Blvd., Laguna Hills, CA 92653
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    1 bd $2,400+
    2 bd $2,800+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    3.5 (44)
    25211 Stockport, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    1 bd $2,525+
    2 bd $2,890+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    3.5 (48)
    25212 Stockport, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Studio $2,733+
    1 bd $3,046+
    2 bd $3,701+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (55)
    26033 Getty Drive, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials 11 units available
    1 bd $2,698+
    2 bd $3,515+
    Base rent
    26371 Paloma, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials 7 units available
    Studio $2,409+
    1 bd $2,535+
    2 bd $3,371+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (40)
    27930 Cabot Rd., Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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    Income restricted
    24551 Raymond Way, Lake Forest, CA 92630
    In unit laundry • Patio/Balcony • Air conditioner
  • 4 bd $9,850
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    22501 Birchcrest, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
    Dog friendly • Pool • Dishwasher
  • New listing
    1 bd $3,200
    Base rent
    237 Alienta Lane, Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
    Pet friendly • Dishwasher • Patio/Balcony
  • 4 bd $5,200
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    23921 Copenhagen St, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
    Dog friendly • Dishwasher • Air conditioner
  • New listing
    4 bd $5,600
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    96 Lavender, Lake Forest, CA 92630
    Pet friendly • Pool • Dishwasher
  • 1 bd $1,000
    Base rent
    24251 Muirlands Boulevard, Lake Forest, CA 92630
    Air conditioner
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Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA were last updated on 3 Aug 2026.

What are the best apartments in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
What is the average rent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?

The average rent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is $2,769.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?

The price range for a studio apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is between $2,340 and $2,731.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is between $2,357 and $4,478.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is between $2,654 and $5,294.

What type of rental buildings are in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?

In Rancho Santa Margarita, 28% of the residents are renting compared to 72% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 19% of Rancho Santa Margarita's rentals, 65% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 15% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?

The average age of rental buildings in Rancho Santa Margarita is 30 years old, with 5% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 3 stories, of which all are garden-style apartment communities, none are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

What apartment floorplans are common in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?

Rental apartments in Rancho Santa Margarita come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 2% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 56% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 41% of all rentals in Rancho Santa Margarita. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

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