28425 Pueblo Dr
Trabuco CanyonCA92679
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Rancho Santa MargaritaCA92688
26832 Belleza Cir
Mission ViejoCA92691
9 Pegasus Dr
Coto De CazaCA92679
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Lake ForestCA92630
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Rancho Santa MargaritaCA92688
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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.
19801 Meadow Ridge Dr
Trabuco CanyonCA92679
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Rancho Santa MargaritaCA92688
28346 Pueblo Dr
Trabuco CanyonCA92679
28346 Pueblo Dr
Trabuco CanyonCA92679
23335 La Crescenta
Mission ViejoCA92691
23236 Orange Ave
Lake ForestCA92630
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Rancho Santa MargaritaCA92688
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Rancho Santa Margarita?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho Santa Margarita 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,345 | $2,700 | $4,150 |
| Rancho Santa Margarita 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,499 | $3,800 | $5,500 |
| Rancho Santa Margarita 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,231 | $4,900 | $9,500 |
| Rancho Santa Margarita 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,850 | $5,200 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/05/2026Current apartment rentals in the Rancho Santa Margarita, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Rancho Santa Margarita Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho Santa Margarita Central | $3,450 | $3,000 | 2 |
| Las Flores | $4,900 | $4,900 | 1 |
| Samlarc | $5,600 | $2,450 | 11 |
| Tijeras Creek Golf Club | $8,000 | $2,195 | 24 |
Cheapest Available Rancho Santa Margarita Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is a Studio unit found at 55+ Community FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita in the Rancho Santa Margarita North neighborhood priced from $2,088. Villas Aliento Apartment Homes in the Rancho Santa Margarita North neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,165. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rancho Santa Margarita apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55+ Community FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita | Sedona | Studio,1BA | $2,088 |
| Villas Aliento Apartment Homes | Plan 4 | Studio,1BA | $2,165 |
| Emerald Court Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Vista Del Lago | Costa | 1BR,1BA | $2,215 |
| Westridge Apartment Homes | Navaho | Studio,1BA | $2,235 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rancho Santa Margarita area is the $2.82 price per square foot Lyon Model at Bellecour Way Apartment Homes in the in the Mission Viejo North neighborhood starting from $3,680. The second greatest value Rancho Santa Margarita apartment is the Plan B Model at Ridgecrest Apartments starting at $3,039 with a $2.89 price per square foot in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rancho Santa Margarita apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellecour Way Apartment Homes | Lyon | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.82 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $2.89 |
| Villa La Paz Apartment Homes | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| The Highlands | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Heritage Square Senior Apartment Homes | Plan 3 | 2BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| SERRANO HIGHLANDS APARTMENT HOMES | Monterey | 1BR,1.2BA | $3.36 |
| Las Flores Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Avila at Rancho Santa Margarita | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| Sonterra at Foothill Ranch | Jasmine | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Siena Terrace | Naples | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
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There are currently 53 Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,123 to $5,875. There are also 60 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rancho Santa Margarita ranging from $1,550 to $20,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rancho Santa Margarita?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rancho Santa Margarita ranges from $1,550 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,262.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.