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Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA under $2500
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    23731 Mariner Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629
    3 Units available
    1 BED $2,250+
    a kitchen with white appliances and a counter top at The Villas at Monarch Beach, Dana Point, 92629 a bedroom with a bed and a closet at The Villas at Monarch Beach, Dana Point, CA Lightat The Villas at Monarch Beach, California TV unit at The Villas at Monarch Beach, Dana Point, CA, 92629
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    5/5 Laura G. on Jun 29, 2023

    I've lived here for a wonderful 11years and plan on staying along time more. The staff manager Shannon does an exceptional job in all aspects. Stall member always smiling and very friendly and helpful. She does an excellent job of making you feel so comfortable when you enter the office and very accommodating with needs and questions. The maintenance team always complete any repairs and leave everything clean and tidy. The location and grounds make you feel like resort living.

    4.5/5 Mary on Sep 28, 2023

    I have lived here almost three years and have loved it. Location to the beach is amazing and I love being able to walk the beach daily as often as I like. whenever I eant.

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    22751 El Prado, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    1 BED $2,292+
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    30751 El Corazon, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    STUDIO $2,228+
    1 BED $1,910+
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    21486 Lake Forest Drive, Lake Forest, CA 92630
    1 BED $2,431+
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    23151 Los Alisos Blvd, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
    1 BED $2,039+
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    23731 Mariner Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629
    1 BED $2,250+
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    26600 Oso Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
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    1 BED $2,485+
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    27550 Hillcrest, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
    1 BED $2,405
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    25092 Farthing Street, Lake Forest, CA 92630
    1 BED $2,314+
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    25162 Charlinda Drive, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
    STUDIO $2,199+
    1 BED $2,275+
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    25421 Alta Loma, Lake Forest, CA 92630-7006
    1 BED $2,375+
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    25211 Stockport, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
    1 BED $2,015+
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    25212 Stockport, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
    1 BED $2,245+
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    27930 Cabot Rd, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
    STUDIO $2,394+
    1 BED $2,390+
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    24455 Via Pansa, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
    1 BED $2,400+
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    24152 Hollyoak, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
    1 BED $2,466+
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    24300 El Toro Rd, Laguna Woods, CA 92637
    STUDIO $2,042+
    1 BED $1,959+
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    31 Seaport, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
    1 BED $2,488+
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    99 Talisman, Irvine, CA 92620
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    2 BEDS $1,524
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    4 Austin, Irvine, CA 92604
    1 BED $2,370+
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    50 Eastshore, Irvine, CA 92604
    1 BED $2,409+
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    1100 Calle Del Cerro, San Clemente, CA 92672
    1 BED $2,426+
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    15120 Grand Avenue, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
    1 BED $1,795+
    2 BEDS $2,099+
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    15190 Grand Ave #4, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
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    2 BEDS $1,835
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    240 Avenida Vista Montana, San Clemente, CA 92672
    1 BED $2,331+
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Getting around in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

2 /100
Car-Dependent
2 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 2, Bike Score®: 2

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 13 Jan 2025.

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

The best apartments in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA are: Avila at Rancho Santa Margarita, 55+ FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita, 55+ Remington at Ladera Ranch and A160, 22431 Antonio Pkwy.

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

In Rancho Santa Margarita 27% of the housing is rented out compared to 73% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 22% of Rancho Santa Margarita’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 61% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 16% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA under $2,500

Are you looking for a smart space where you can easily combine comfort with convenience? You will surely find the property that perfectly fits your needs with this variety of options. RentCafe offers you 90 apartments for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA from 25 modern buildings, so you’ll certainly find something suitable for you. If you want to live alone or with your partner, you might want to look for a studio or browse through our selection of 1 bedroom apartments. If you need more space but you don’t want to spend more than necessary on a monthly rent, check out our 2 bedroom or 3 bedroom apartments for less than $2,500, and make the most out of your budget.

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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is an amazing place to call home, with several rentals under $2,500 for you to choose from. There are many options and filters you can apply to your search to make the process easier and to find your next apartment faster and more efficiently. Asking yourself ‘are there any cheap apartments near me’? With our helpful filters, you can easily find the home of your dreams that also fits within your budget. With rent prices as low as $1,524 in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, you can find affordable and appealing apartments that match your requirements. Sort your search by ‘Rent’ ascending to see the cheapest ones at the top of the list. As soon as you find your perfect apartment, make sure to contact the property to check for availability or apply online directly on RentCafe.

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