
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (65 Rentals)


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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho Santa Margarita Studio Apartments | $2,312 | $2,125 | $3,110 |
| Rancho Santa Margarita 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,623 | $1,500 | $4,050 |
Rancho Santa Margarita 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,201 | $2,693 | $5,155 |
| Rancho Santa Margarita 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,190 | $3,445 | $4,950 |
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Rancho Santa Margarita 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: April 29, 2026There are currently 94 available 2 Bedroom apartment units in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $2,550 to $5,155. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Rancho Santa Margarita with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samlarc | 24 | $3,055 | $2,702 |
| Tijeras Creek Golf Club | 24 | $3,302 | $2,550 |
| Las Flores | 23 | $3,410 | $2,550 |
| Rancho Santa Margarita Central | 23 | $3,055 | $2,702 |
Largest Available Rancho Santa Margarita 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is found at Laurel Canyon Apartment Homes in the Highland Park neighborhood and is 1,170 square feet priced from $3,850. Vista Del Lago in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,150 square feet and currently listed start at $3,482. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Rancho Santa Margarita:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel Canyon Apartment Homes | Plan 4 | 1,170 Sq Ft | $3,850 |
| Vista Del Lago | Verde Townhome | 1,150 Sq Ft | $3,482 |
| cortesia-at-rancho-santa-margarita | Tuscany | 1,135 Sq Ft | $2,927 |
| Las Flores Apartment Homes | Plan F | 1,131 Sq Ft | $3,310 |
| Sonterra at Foothill Ranch | Lily | 1,125 Sq Ft | $3,079 |
| Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath Down | 1,124 Sq Ft | $3,085 |
| Avila at Rancho Santa Margarita | B3 | 1,100 Sq Ft | $3,149 |
| Adagio on the Green | B4 | 1,080 Sq Ft | $3,522 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | Plan B | 1,050 Sq Ft | $2,945 |
| Madrid | 2x25LUZ | 1,042 Sq Ft | $3,250 |
Cheapest Available Rancho Santa Margarita 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 29, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is the Plan C Model starting from $2,660 at Heritage Park Senior Apartment Homes in the Highland Park neighborhood. The second most affordable Rancho Santa Margarita 2 Bedroom is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Up Model at Saddleback Ranch Apartments starting at $2,693 in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Rancho Santa Margarita is currently $3,201. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Rancho Santa Margarita:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Heritage Park Senior Apartment Homes | Plan C | $2,660 |
| Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath Up | $2,693 |
| Siena Terrace | Corsica | $2,699 |
| Westridge Apartment Homes | Hacienda | $2,740 |
| Trabuco Woods Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 2 Bath | $2,795 |
| Villas Aliento Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | $2,835 |
| Vista Del Lago | Loma | $2,854 |
| eaves Mission Viejo | B2 | $2,895 |
| River Oaks Apartments | MOVE IN SPECIAL: One Week Off First Month's Ren... | $2,895 |
| Sonterra at Foothill Ranch | Iris | $2,899 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Rancho Santa Margarita Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Rancho Santa Margarita is at Heritage Park Senior Apartment Homes listed at $2,660.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Rancho Santa Margarita Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita is $3,201.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Rancho Santa Margarita Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Rancho Santa Margarita is a 1,170 square feet unit starting from $3,850 at Laurel Canyon Apartment Homes.
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