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Rent Specials

Sign a new lease and save up to $2,900! Daily self-guided tours available by appointment - book your tour today! Limited time only! *Lease terms vary. Lease start by 7/11/26. New residents only, on approved credit. Restrictions apply. See leasing for details.

Monthly Rent

$2,287 - $3,749

Beds

1 - 3

Baths

1 - 2

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

Note: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice.

Lease Terms

We have flexible lease terms and pricing to fit your needs!

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the calculator to add these fees to the base rent.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        Charged per applicant.
        $48
        Charged per applicant.
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        Charged per applicant.
        $48
        Charged per applicant.
    • Due at Move-In
      • Administrative Fee
        Charged per unit.
        N/A
        Charged per unit.
      • Administrative Fee
        Charged per unit.
        N/A
        Charged per unit.

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

About Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita

We offer Self-Guided Tours by Appointment Only. Situated at the foothills of the Saddleback mountains in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita apartments offer spacious homes with easy access to exciting outdoor activities. Our one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment homes offer ample living space and features you’ll love coming home to including large closets and an in-home washer and dryer. Throughout each home, find contemporary finishes including wood-style flooring and sleek kitchen cabinetry. Just outside your door, you will find yourself surrounded by lush landscaping and scenic mountain views. Around our Mediterranean-inspired community, partake in amenities including a pool and spa, fitness center, barbecue area, and playground. At Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita, enjoy access to many nearby parks and trails, as well as membership to the Lago Santa Margarita Beach Club. Shopping, dining and everyday conveniences are located close by in neighborhood centers Mercado Del Lago, Plaza El Paseo, and Plaza Antonio. Our pet-friendly community is located just off the 241 for fast connections to the 5 and 405 freeways. Price reflected is base rent and does not include mandatory or optional fees. Detailed fee information and fee schedules can be found on the community's Leasing Info page on our Essex website.

Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita is located in Rancho Santa Margarita, California in the 92688 zip code. This apartment community was built in 1999 and has 3 stories with 308 units.

Special Features

  • Airbnb-friendly community
  • Barbecue area
  • Night Patrol
  • Online resident portal
  • Parking
  • Pet friendly

Community Features

  • Maintenance on site
  • Walk-Up
  • Fitness Center
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Playground

Floorplan Amenities

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Pantry
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Balcony

Commuter Rail

  • Irvine

    Drive: 16 min 9.1 mi

  • Laguna Niguel/Mission Viejo

    Drive: 18 min 10.6 mi

  • San Juan Capistrano

    Drive: 22 min 13.9 mi

  • Tustin

    Drive: 21 min 15.1 mi

  • San Clemente Metrolink Station

    Drive: 29 min 18.7 mi

Universities

Parks & Recreation

  • Starr Ranch Sanctuary

    Drive: 12 min 6.4 mi

  • O'Neill Regional Park

    Drive: 13 min 7.0 mi

  • Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary

    Drive: 18 min 8.3 mi

  • Riley Wilderness Park

    Drive: 11 min 8.4 mi

  • Rancho Sonado

    Drive: 14 min 8.9 mi

Shopping Centers & Malls

Schools

 GreatSchools Rating

Private Elementary & Middle School

493 Students
(949) 858-5144
Grades PK-8

GreatSchools Rating

Private Middle & High School

40 Students
(949) 855-0408
Grades 6-12

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Samlarc in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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