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  3. Building Photo - Avila at Rancho Santa Margarita
    1 BED
    $2,498+
    2 BEDS
    $3,035+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,374 - $4,052
    Required Monthly Fees$123
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,497 - $4,175

    Avila at Rancho Santa Margarita

    22751 El Prado, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    (657) 297-5495
  6. Building Photo - The Highlands
    1 BED
    $2,695+
    2 BEDS
    $2,945+

    The Highlands

    31872 Joshua Dr, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92679
  9. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,500

    26 Vía Cordoba

    26 Vía Cordoba, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. Building Photo - 10 Coralino
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,550
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,550
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,550

    10 Coralino Unit 10 Coralino

    10 Coralino, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
  13. Building Photo - 40 Mesquite
    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
  14. Building Photo - 45 Vía Tortuga
    2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,250

    45 Vía Tortuga

    45 Vía Tortuga, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
  17. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $4,250

    35 Oak Knolls

    35 Oak Knolls, Coto de Caza, CA 92679
  20. 2 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $4,195

    32 Melrose Dr

    32 Melrose Dr, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
  24. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,850

    28281 Alava

    28281 Alava, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
  27. Building Photo - Skyview
    1 BED
    $2,340+
    2 BEDS
    $2,868+
    3 BEDS
    $3,985+

    Skyview

    21022 Los Alisos Blvd, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
  28. Building Photo - Madrid
    1 BED
    $2,450+
    2 BEDS
    $2,950+

    Madrid

    28401 Los Alisos Blvd, Mission Viejo, CA 92692

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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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Arroyo Vista Middle

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Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate

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Las Flores Elementary

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Melinda Heights Elementary

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