
Top Rated Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (5 Rentals)
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Los Alisos at Mission Viejo
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Paloma Summit Condominium Rentals

Adagio on the Green
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55+ Remington at Ladera Ranch
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 |
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Rancho Santa Margarita Studio Apartments | $2,261 | $1,750 | $2,664 |
Rancho Santa Margarita 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,691 | $2,060 | $5,541 |
Rancho Santa Margarita 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,338 | $2,625 | $8,057 |
Rancho Santa Margarita 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,039 | $3,340 | $5,145 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Rancho Santa Margarita Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita is at eaves Santa Margarita listed at $2,307.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Rancho Santa Margarita Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita is $4,002.
What is the largest Short-term Rancho Santa Margarita Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Rancho Santa Margarita is a 1,167 square feet unit starting from $2,737 at Paloma Summit Condominium Rentals.
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
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