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Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA with a Swimming Pool

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  2. Building Photo - Avila at Rancho Santa Margarita
    1 BED
    $2,515+
    2 BEDS
    $3,330+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,387 - $4,023
    Required Monthly Fees$128
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,515 - $3,654

    Avila at Rancho Santa Margarita

    22751 El Prado, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    (657) 297-5495
  12. Building Photo - 7 San Vincente
    4 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $6,300
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$6,300
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$6,300

    7 San Vincente

    7 San Vincente, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
  13. Building Photo - 11 Wild Horse Loop
    3 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $5,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$5,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$5,500

    11 Wild Horse Loop

    11 Wild Horse Loop, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
  14. 4 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $5,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$5,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$5,200

    9 Acorn Ridge

    9 Acorn Ridge, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
  15. 4 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $6,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$6,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$6,000

    20891 Porter Ranch Rd

    20891 Porter Ranch Rd, Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679
  16. 5 BEDS, 4 BATHS
    $10,900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$10,900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$10,900

    22661 Sweet Meadow

    22661 Sweet Meadow, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
  17. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $4,795
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,795
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,795

    21432 Bastia

    21432 Bastia, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
  19. Building Photo - 96 Flor De Sol
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $2,125
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,125
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,125

    96 Flor De Sol Unit NA

    96 Flor De Sol, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
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  20. Building Photo - 29 Via Cresta
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,350
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,350
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,350

    29 Via Cresta Unit 29

    29 Via Cresta, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
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  21. 5 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $5,600
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$5,600
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$5,600

    18 Copperstone Ln

    18 Copperstone Ln, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
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  22. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,225
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,225
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,225

    50 Abrigo Unit 50 Abrigo

    50 Abrigo, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
  24. Building Photo - 74 Seacountry Ln
    2 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $4,000

    74 Seacountry Ln

    74 Seacountry Ln, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
  26. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,995

    14 Abrigo

    14 Abrigo, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
  27. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,095

    28 Vía Alivio

    28 Vía Alivio, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
  29. 4 BEDS, 4 BATHS
    $7,800

    30 Skycrest

    30 Skycrest, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
  30. Building Photo - 31 Oak Knolls
    2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $4,000

    31 Oak Knolls

    31 Oak Knolls, Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679
  31. Building Photo - Skyview
    Rent Special
    Rent Special
    1 BED
    $2,747+
    2 BEDS
    $2,835+
    3 BEDS
    $3,920+

    Skyview

    21022 Los Alisos Blvd, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
  33. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    1 BED
    $2,600+
    2 BEDS
    $3,199+

    Madrid

    28401 Los Alisos Blvd, Mission Viejo, CA 92692

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Rancho Santa Margarita at a Glance

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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA Apartments for Rent

Rancho Santa Margarita is a master-planned city in Orange County, set against the Santa Ana Mountains about 20 miles east of Irvine. As one of the county's newer cities, it offers well-maintained neighborhoods and modern amenities with easy access to outdoor recreation at O'Neill Regional Park and nearby mountain trails. Those searching for apartments for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita will discover various options, from apartment communities to townhomes, in a setting that combines suburban calm with Southern California accessibility.

Renting in Rancho Santa Margarita works well for those wanting a quieter lifestyle while staying connected. The city sits roughly halfway between Los Angeles and San Diego, making it convenient for commuters using Interstate 5 or the 241 toll road. Local dining and shopping spots are scattered throughout town, while nearby Mission Viejo and Lake Forest provide additional retail and entertainment choices. With Central Park hosting community events and solid public schools serving the area, the city offers a practical home base for renters who appreciate both natural surroundings and suburban conveniences.

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  • Samlarc 714 Sq Ft $2,600/mo

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Arroyo Vista Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
329 Students
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Arroyo Vista Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
329 Students
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Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate

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Public
Grades 6-8
1,153 Students
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Las Flores Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
328 Students
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Las Flores Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
328 Students
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Arroyo Vista Elementary School

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Public
Grades K-5
508 Students
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Melinda Heights Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
950 Students
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Melinda Heights Elementary

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Public
Grades K-5
950 Students

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