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Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita

- 1–3 Bedrooms
- $2,387-$3,709 Pricing
- 615–1,390 Square Feet
Rent Specials
Sign a new lease and save up to $1,600! Daily self-guided tours available by appointment - book your tour today! Limited time only! *Offer available to new residents with approved credit screening and lease start date by 9/26/26. Offer split between second and third month’s rent. Offer is limited to select units and subject to change without notice. Lease terms, pricing, and move-in dates may vary. Restrictions apply. Speak to your leasing agent for details.
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. This community is professionally managed by Essex Property Trust, Inc.
Unique Features and Amenities
- Barbecue area
- Coat closet
- Keyless entry
- Night Patrol
- Online resident portal
- Parking
- Pet friendly
Property Contact Info

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- Call Us:
- (949) 628-0911
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Office Hours
| 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 | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
Floorplan Pricing and Availability
Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita offers 1 to 3 Bedroom apartments starting from $2,387 and having 615–1,390 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:
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1 Bedroom
Siena
From $2,387
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 615 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $2,407 Available Now 010124 615 $2,439 September 25, 2026 060631 615 $2,387 September 28, 2026 090932 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
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,387 - $2,439
Unit 010124 Amenities and Features
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Unique Features
- 2nd floor
- Coat closet
- Keyless entry
- Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage plus Monthly Utility Service Fee (ConService) $6.11/mon
- Wood-style flooring
Unit 010124 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $2,407
View Details and Rent EstimateModel Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,387 - $2,439
Unit 060631 Amenities and Features
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Unique Features
- 3rd floor
- Coat closet
- Keyless entry
- Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage plus Monthly Utility Service Fee (ConService) $6.11/mon
- Premium view
- Private view
- Wood-style flooring
Unit 060631 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $2,439
View Details and Rent EstimateModel Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,387 - $2,439
Unit 090932 Amenities and Features
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Unique Features
- 3rd floor
- Coat closet
- Keyless entry
- Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage plus Monthly Utility Service Fee (ConService) $6.11/mon
- Wood-style flooring
Unit 090932 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $2,387
View Details and Rent EstimateModel Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,387 - $2,439
Apartment Model: SienaFrom $2,3871 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 615 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
Siena - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 010124Apartment Model: Siena$2,4071 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 615 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 060631Apartment Model: Siena$2,4391 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 615 sq ftAvailable September 25, 2026Apartment Unit: 090932Apartment Model: Siena$2,3871 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 615 sq ftAvailable September 28, 2026Venice
From $2,529
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 835 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $2,529 Available Now 070727 835 $2,557 September 17, 2026 191925 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
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,529 - $2,557
Unit 070727 Amenities and Features
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Unique Features
- 2nd floor
- Coat closet
- Keyless entry
- Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage plus Monthly Utility Service Fee (ConService) $6.11/mon
- Wood-style flooring
Unit 070727 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $2,529
View Details and Rent EstimateModel Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,529 - $2,557
Unit 191925 Amenities and Features
Features
- Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Unique Features
- 2nd floor
- Coat closet
- Extended living room
- Keyless entry
- Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage plus Monthly Utility Service Fee (ConService) $6.11/mon
- Wood-style flooring
Unit 191925 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $2,557
View Details and Rent EstimateModel Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,529 - $2,557
Apartment Model: VeniceFrom $2,5291 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 835 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
Venice - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 070727Apartment Model: Venice$2,5291 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 835 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 191925Apartment Model: Venice$2,5571 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 835 sq ftAvailable September 17, 20262 Bedrooms
Tuscany
From $2,949
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1135 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $2,949 Available Now 030328 1135 $3,047 Available Now 080831 1135 $2,969 Available Now 171736 1135 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
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,949 - $3,047
Unit 030328 Amenities and Features
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Unique Features
- 2nd floor
- Coat closet
- Keyless entry
- Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage plus Monthly Utility Service Fee (ConService) $6.11/mon
Unit 030328 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $2,949
View Details and Rent EstimateModel Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,949 - $3,047
Unit 080831 Amenities and Features
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Unique Features
- 3rd floor
- Coat closet
- Keyless entry
- Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage plus Monthly Utility Service Fee (ConService) $6.11/mon
- Wood-style flooring
Unit 080831 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $3,047
View Details and Rent EstimateModel Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,949 - $3,047
Unit 171736 Amenities and Features
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Unique Features
- 3rd floor
- Coat closet
- Keyless entry
- Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage plus Monthly Utility Service Fee (ConService) $6.11/mon
- Premium view
Unit 171736 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $2,969
View Details and Rent EstimateModel Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,949 - $3,047
Apartment Model: TuscanyFrom $2,9492 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1135 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
Tuscany - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 030328Apartment Model: Tuscany$2,9492 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1135 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 080831Apartment Model: Tuscany$3,0472 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1135 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 171736Apartment Model: Tuscany$2,9692 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1135 sq ftAvailable Now3 Bedrooms
Milan
$3,709
3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1390 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $3,709 Available Now 050535 1390 Unit 050535 Amenities and Features
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Unique Features
- 3rd floor
- Coat closet
- Keyless entry
- Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage plus Monthly Utility Service Fee (ConService) $6.11/mon
- Premium view
Unit 050535 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $3,709
View Details and Rent EstimateModel Rent and Fees
Price
- $3,709
Apartment Model: Milan$3,7093 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1390 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
Milan - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 050535Apartment Model: Milan$3,7093 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1390 sq ftAvailable Now
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Property Information
- 308 Units
- 3 Stories
- Built in 1999
Lease Terms
- We have flexible lease terms and pricing to fit your needs!
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.
Required Fees
One-Time Basics
- Due at Application
- Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$48.00
- Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$48.00
- Due at Move-In
- Administrative FeeiCharged per unit.$0.00
- Administrative FeeiCharged per unit.$0.00
Other Fees and Policies
Situational Fees
- Late FeeiCharged per unit.$0.00
- Security Deposit - Non-RefundableiCharged per unit.$0.00
Pet Fees
- Cat
- Pet DepositiCharged Per Pet.$500.00
- One-Time Pet FeeiCharged Per Pet.$0.00
- Monthly Pet FeeiCharged Per Pet.$50.00
- Dog
- Pet DepositiCharged Per Pet.$500.00
- One-Time Pet FeeiCharged Per Pet.$0.00
- Monthly Pet FeeiCharged Per Pet.$75.00
A deposit of $500 is required for up to 2 pets.
A deposit of $500 is required for up to 2 pets. We do not allow guardian dog breeds/crossbreeds, such as Alaskan Malamutes, Rottweilers, Doberman Pinschers, Pit Bulls, German Shepherds, Akitas, Bullmastiffs, Mastiffs, Wolf Dogs or any dog that the landlord believes is a related breed. Restrictions are subject to change without notice. Restrictions do not apply to dogs that aid disabled individuals for equal access to housing.
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
- Barbecue area
- Coat closet
- Keyless entry
- Night Patrol
- Online resident portal
- Parking
- Pet friendly
On-Site Services
- Maintenance On Site
Community Features
- Walk Up
Recreation and Fitness
- Fitness Center
- Spa
- Playground
- Pool
Interior Features
- Washer/Dryer
Kitchen Amenities
- Kitchen
Living Area Features
- Vinyl Flooring

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- Shopping
- Colleges
- Grocery
- Medical
- Transportation

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Getting Around
30 / 100 Somewhat walkable
60 / 100 Moderately bikeable
100 / 100 Exceptionally car friendly
Getting to Know the Area
50 / 100 Restaurants
30 / 100 Cafes
20 / 100 Nightlife
50 / 100 Shopping
100 / 100 Parks
40 / 100 Noise Level
Frequently Asked Questions about Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita
Where is Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita located?
Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita is located at 29752 Melinda Rd near the Samlarc area of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
What is the current rent range at Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita?
1 Bedroom to 3 Bedroom Apartments at Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita currently range from $2,387 to $3,709
When is the leasing office open?
- The office Hours for Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita are
- 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 10:00 am–5:00 pm
Are pets allowed?
Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets
Are there any rent specials?
The current rent special at Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita is: Sign a new lease and save up to $1,600! Daily self-guided tours available by appointment - book your tour today! Limited time only! *Offer available to new residents with approved credit screening and lease start date by 9/26/26. Offer split between second and third month’s rent. Offer is limited to select units and subject to change without notice. Lease terms, pricing, and move-in dates may vary. Restrictions apply. Speak to your leasing agent for details..
Renters Reviews and Ratings
More than an apartment for us
Great experience
Too expensive for their standard
Costesia Apartments are beautiful and the mountains views are amazing. The apartments are so confortable an the office staff are very friendly!
Nearby Schools
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate
Melinda Heights Elementary School
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Points of Interest
Time and distance from Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita.
Big Box and Retail
Kohl's
Target
Michaels
Colleges and Universities
Groceries
Ralph's
Smart & Final
Stater Brothers
Hospitals
Memorialcare Saddleback Medical Center
Hoag Orthopedic Institute
Military Bases
El Toro Marine Corps Air Station
Restaurants and Dining
Five Feet
Shopping Centers
Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita has 5 shopping centers within 1.2 miles.
Transit Stations
Irvine-Inland Empire-Orange County Line
Irvine-Orange County Line
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho Santa Margarita Studio Apartments | $2,245 | $2,125 | $2,318 |
| Rancho Santa Margarita 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,664 | $2,150 | $6,650 |
| Rancho Santa Margarita 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,372 | $2,785 | $5,470 |
| Rancho Santa Margarita 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,342 | $3,709 | $4,765 |
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,168 | $2,500 | $3,900 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $4,404 | $3,950 | $4,800 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $6,320 | $4,500 | $10,000+ |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $10,300 | $6,000 | $10,000+ |
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Pets must be spayed/neutered.