1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (47 Rentals)

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Mission Courts II
1 Bedroom Apartments

Mission Courts II

21 HemlockRancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

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eaves Mission Viejo
1 Bedroom Apartments

eaves Mission Viejo

24950 Via Florecer ViaMission Viejo, CA 92692
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Saddleback Place
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Saddleback Place

272 California CtMission Viejo, CA 92692
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The Lodge At Coto
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Lodge At Coto

23501 Avenida La CazaTrabuco Canyon, CA 92679
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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA Local Guide

Rancho Santa Margarita 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: June 29, 2025

There are currently 221 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $2,045 to $7,337. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Rancho Santa Margarita with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Tijeras Creek Golf Club63$2,565$2,045
Samlarc58$2,482$2,045
Rancho Santa Margarita Central52$2,474$2,045
Las Flores48$2,686$2,225

Largest Available Rancho Santa Margarita 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is found at Adagio on the Green in the Highland Park neighborhood and is 1,192 square feet priced from $3,115. Las Flores Apartment Homes has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 968 square feet and currently listed start at $2,885. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Rancho Santa Margarita:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Adagio on the GreenA21,192 Sq Ft$3,115
Las Flores Apartment HomesPlan C968 Sq Ft$2,885
Avila at Rancho Santa MargaritaA3930 Sq Ft$2,835
The HighlandsPlan A2905 Sq Ft$2,795
Cortesia at Rancho Santa MargaritaVenice A2835 Sq Ft$2,359
Avalon Baker RanchA7835 Sq Ft$3,055
55+ Remington at Ladera RanchPlan 9833 Sq Ft$2,898
Sonterra at Foothill RanchMandevilla830 Sq Ft$2,441
Ridgecrest ApartmentsPlan A780 Sq Ft$2,603
Saddleback Ranch Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Down774 Sq Ft$2,099

Cheapest Available Rancho Santa Margarita 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 29, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Up Model starting from $1,995 at Saddleback Ranch Apartments in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood. The second most affordable Rancho Santa Margarita 1 Bedroom is the Plan D Model at Villa La Paz Apartment Homes starting at $2,045 in the Rancho Santa Margarita North neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Rancho Santa Margarita is currently $2,650. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Rancho Santa Margarita:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Saddleback Ranch Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Up$1,995
Villa La Paz Apartment HomesPlan D$2,045
Heritage Park Senior Apartment HomesPlan B$2,100
eaves Mission ViejoA2$2,165
Trabuco Woods Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath$2,185
Heritage Square Senior Apartment HomesPlan 2$2,200
Mosaic Apartment HomesPlan B$2,225
Vista Del LagoCosta$2,240
Cortesia at Rancho Santa MargaritaSiena A1$2,247
eaves Santa MargaritaA1$2,250

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Getting Around Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Walk Score®

58 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Rancho Santa Margarita Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Rancho Santa Margarita is at Saddleback Ranch Apartments listed at $1,995.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Rancho Santa Margarita Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita is $2,650.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Rancho Santa Margarita Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Rancho Santa Margarita is a 1,192 square feet unit starting from $3,115 at Adagio on the Green.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.