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Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA with Washer & Dryer

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  2. Building Photo - Avila at Rancho Santa Margarita
    1 BED
    $2,631+
    2 BEDS
    $3,087+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,503 - $4,023
    Required Monthly Fees$128
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,631 - $3,469

    Avila at Rancho Santa Margarita

    22751 El Prado, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    (657) 297-5495
  8. 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
  13. Building Photo - 20891 Porter Ranch Rd
    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
  15. Building Photo - 123 Valley View Terrace
    2 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $3,450
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,450
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,450

    123 Valley View Terrace

    123 Valley View Terrace, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
  16. Building Photo - 21432 Bastia
    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
  17. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $2,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,200

    27533 Pasatiempo

    27533 Pasatiempo, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
  19. Building Photo - 96 Flor De Sol
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $2,195
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,195
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,195

    96 Flor De Sol Unit NA

    96 Flor De Sol, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
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  20. Building Photo - 23531 Avenida La Caza
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $2,125
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,125
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,125

    23531 Avenida La Caza Unit 120 C

    23531 Avenida La Caza, Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679
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  21. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $3,150
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,150
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,150

    40 Mesquite

    40 Mesquite, Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679
  23. Building Photo - 23 Feldspar Way
    5 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $5,750

    23 Feldspar Way

    23 Feldspar Way, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
  24. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,975

    10 Pantano

    10 Pantano, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
  25. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,600

    68 Flor De Sol

    68 Flor De Sol, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
  26. 3 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $4,750

    10 Mira Mesa

    10 Mira Mesa, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
  27. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,900

    1 Pomelo

    1 Pomelo, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
  28. 3 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $4,900

    15 Dusty Trail

    15 Dusty Trail, Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679
  30. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $4,000

    35 Oak Knolls

    35 Oak Knolls, Coto de Caza, CA 92679
  33. Building Photo - 57 Rabano
    2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,195

    57 Rabano

    57 Rabano, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
  34. Building Photo - Skyview
    Rent Special
    Rent Special
    1 BED
    $2,477+
    2 BEDS
    $2,827+
    3 BEDS
    $3,918+

    Skyview

    21022 Los Alisos Blvd, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
  35. 1 BED
    $2,609+
    2 BEDS
    $3,302+

    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.

Renting in Rancho Santa Margarita

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Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Rancho Santa Margarita

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  • Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
  • Samlarc 686 Sq Ft $2,552/mo

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Arroyo Vista Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
329 Students
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Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate

Public Middle School

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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Melinda Heights Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
950 Students
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Arroyo Vista Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
508 Students
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Tijeras Creek Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
315 Students
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Trabuco Mesa Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
640 Students

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