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Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita
29752 Melinda Rd
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
- 1–3 Bedrooms
- 615–1,390Square Feet
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 the Samlarc Neighborhood and 92688 Zip code of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA.
Unique Features and Amenities
- Airbnb-friendly community
- Barbecue Area
- Coat Closet
- Keyless Entry
- Night Patrol
- Online Resident Portal
- Parking
- Pet Friendly
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Siena A1
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $2,297 Available Now 090922 615 $2,287 Available Now 111132 615 $2,317 November 10, 2025 111122 615 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Ceiling Fans
- Heating
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Pantry
- Refrigerator
Living Space
- Hardwood Floors
Unique Features
- Coat closet
- Keyless entry
Unit 090922 Amenities and Features
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Unique Features
- 2nd floor
- Coat closet
- Keyless entry
- Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,237 - $2,327
Unit 111132 Amenities and Features
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Unique Features
- 3rd floor
- Coat closet
- Keyless entry
- Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,237 - $2,327
Unit 111122 Amenities and Features
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Unique Features
- 2nd floor
- Coat closet
- Keyless entry
- Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage
- Premium view
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Model Price Range
- $2,237 - $2,327
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Siena A1 - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: 090922Apartment Model: Siena A11 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 615 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 111132Apartment Model: Siena A11 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 615 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 111122Apartment Model: Siena A11 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 615 sq ftAvailable November 10, 2025Venice A2
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1 Bed, 1 Bath, 835 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $2,467 Available Now 151532 835 $2,417 November 7, 2025 191937 835 $2,417 December 8, 2025 212132 835 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Ceiling Fans
- Heating
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Pantry
- Refrigerator
Living Space
- Hardwood Floors
Unique Features
- Coat closet
- Keyless entry
Unit 151532 Amenities and Features
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Unique Features
- 3rd floor
- Coat closet
- Extended living room
- Keyless entry
- Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage
- Premium view
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,417 - $2,467
Unit 191937 Amenities and Features
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Unique Features
- 3rd floor
- Coat closet
- Keyless entry
- Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,417 - $2,467
Unit 212132 Amenities and Features
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Unique Features
- 3rd floor
- Coat closet
- Keyless entry
- Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage
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Model Price Range
- $2,417 - $2,467
Apartment Model: Venice A21 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 835 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
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Tuscany B1
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1135 sq ftAvailability Details
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Milan C1
$3,569
3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1390 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $3,569 Available Now 050533 1390 Unit 050533 Amenities and Features
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Unique Features
- 3rd floor
- Coat closet
- Keyless entry
- Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage
- Premium view
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Price
- $3,569
Apartment Model: Milan C13 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1390 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
Milan C1 - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: 050533Apartment Model: Milan C13 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1390 sq ftAvailable Now
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
Property Information
- 308 Units
- 3 Stories
- Built in 1999
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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.
Required Fees
One-Time Move-In Fees
- Administrative Fee$0
- Due at Application
- Application Fee Per Applicant$48
Other Fees
Personal Add-Ons
- Administrative Fee$0
- Application Fee Per Applicant$48
Situational Fees
- Late Fee$0
- Security Deposit - Non-Refundable$0
Pet Fees
- One-Time Pet Fee$0
- Monthly Pet Fee$75
- Pet Deposit$500
- One-Time Pet Fee$0
- Monthly Pet Fee$50
- Pet Deposit$500
Dog
Cat
Dogs
Pets must be spayed/neutered.
Cats
Pets must be spayed/neutered.
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.
Features and Amenities
Unique Amenities
- Airbnb-friendly community
- Barbecue Area
- Coat Closet
- Keyless Entry
- Night Patrol
- Online Resident Portal
- Parking
- Pet Friendly
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29752 Melinda Rd, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
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Hours and Contact Info
Open Now
Currently Closed
By Appointment
| Monday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Thursday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Friday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Saturday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Getting Around
Walk Score®
16 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
10 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Renters Reviews and Ratings
Avoid!!
May 13, 2021I lived at Cortesia for a little over a year, the apartment itself is ok, it spacious but that’s about it. It’s really old, the appliances (refrigerator, washer & dryer and dish washer) are ancient! The carpet is also disgusting. When I moved in, the carpet was covered in dog hair. Although they shampooed it, it did not make a difference. If you decide to move in and you’re not on the third floor, you will never get a goodnight sleep. You can hear just about everything the upstairs neighbors are ...doing, everything!! Including when they shower and flush the toilet. It was such a nuisance! Another thing is parking, you will never find parking after 5 pm. Permits are given but they’re not enforced. Lastly, they will not return your security deposit. When I moved, I made sure to keep it clean, I received a statement for cleaning and painting. If you leave your apartment in normal wear-and-tear, it’s illegal for them to charge you for cleaning and paint. Make sure you take pictures to contest these charges. The move-out statement is also very deceiving, the charges, deductions and credits are all in the same line, it’s very confusing. Just avoid this place.Read MoreReview from Apartments.com
More than an apartment for us
June 2, 2020Very good for the money you pay, super safe, convenient and well maintained! Very kind and welcoming staff and maintenance personnel. We are very thankful for the support and guidance from the first phone call till the last moment of dropping off the apartment keys!Review from Apartments.com
Great experience
December 22, 2019My sister has lived here in the same apartment for 10 years and I’ve lived here for the last two. I’m moving in a couple months, but I can say with certainty that no other apartment will compare. Lisa at the front office is amazing and answers all questions in a timely manner. Maintenance handles all requests typically the same day, or within 24 hours. The only issue I have is with parking. They used to enforce it heavily with tickets and tows, but now it doesn’t seem to matter if you have a ...parking pass or not. But aside from that, overall great experience.Read MoreReview from Apartments.com
Too expensive for their standard
February 15, 2018Dog poop is everywhere. They don't enforce parking for the people that rent there. I still see cars with no stickers parking in front of my place. Hand rails on the stair cases very dusty nobody has cleaned the whole year. Only 1 power wash a year. You will run into muddy wet grass. The gardeners are here almost everyday so no escape from the sounds. Your neighbors can hear you talk at room level. Walls are extremely hallow and terrible poor insulation. No free foods or drinks. Gym very small. No ...mirrors at gym. Parking is terrible. No modernized ovens no stainless steel appliances. Very old appliances that are unfair for the rent price. Uncomfortable stay especially when down stairs nieghbor bangs on yuour ceiling for every sound you make.Read MoreReview from Apartments.com
Costesia Apartments are beautiful and the mountains views are amazing. The apartments are so confortable an the office staff are very friendly!
July 20, 2015I will say this place is a perfect place to live for short term or long term like we are planning on doing. I feel happy here and safe. I can go out for a walk and enjoy the views. Location is perfect and don't have to drive far to go to the groceries or shopping. It's a pet friendly area so my dog has made lots of friends already :)Review from Apartments.com
Nearby Schools
Trabuco Hills High
Saddleback Valley Unified
27501 Mustang Run
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2579 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 2.4 miles away
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate
Saddleback Valley Unified
21931 Alma Aldea
Public School - Grades 7-8 (1041 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.4 miles away
Melinda Heights Elementary
Saddleback Valley Unified
21001 Rancho Trabuco
Public School - Grades K-6 (959 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away
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Points of Interest
Time and distance from Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita.
Big Box and Retail
Kohl's
22215 El Paseo
3 minute drive / 1.11 miles away
Autozone
22942 Los Alisos Blvd
7 minute drive / 3.46 miles away
Target
26762 Portola Pky
7 minute drive / 3.62 miles away
Colleges and Universities
Groceries
Ralph's
31481 Santa Margarita Pky
4 minute drive / 1.6 miles away
Smart & Final
21672 Plano Trabuco Rd
5 minute drive / 1.96 miles away
Stater Brothers
22351 El Toro Rd
8 minute drive / 4.09 miles away
Hospitals
Military Bases
El Toro Marine Corps Air Station
11 minute drive / 5.49 miles away
Restaurants and Dining
Shopping Centers
Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita has 5 shopping centers within 1.2 miles.
Transit Stations
Irvine-Inland Empire-Orange County Line
15 minute drive / 7.09 miles away
Irvine-Orange County Line
15 minute drive / 7.09 miles away
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho Santa Margarita Studio Apartments | $2,239 | $2,220 | $2,260 |
| Rancho Santa Margarita 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,561 | $2,020 | $3,890 |
| Rancho Santa Margarita 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,175 | $2,647 | $4,169 |
| Rancho Santa Margarita 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,127 | $3,799 | $4,540 |
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