Cheap Homes for Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita Central Neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA from $2,300 (5 Rentals)

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Rancho Santa Margarita Central, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rancho Santa Margarita Central Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rancho Santa Margarita Central area of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Avila at Rancho Santa Margarita priced from $2,163. Villa La Paz Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,175. Here are the most affordable Rancho Santa Margarita Central apartments for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Avila at Rancho Santa MargaritaA11BR,1BA$2,163
Villa La Paz Apartment HomesPlan D1BR,1BA$2,175
Overture Rancho Santa Margarita 55+ Senior Housing Apartment HomesBella1BR,1BA$2,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita Central, CA

As of August 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rancho Santa Margarita Central area is the $3.17 price per square foot 2 BR 2 BA Premium w/ Garage Model at River Oaks Apartments in the in the Mission Viejo North neighborhood starting from $3,045. The second greatest value Rancho Santa Margarita Central apartment is the B2 Model at eaves Mission Viejo starting at $2,710 with a $3.01 price per square foot in the Nellie Gail Ranch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rancho Santa Margarita Central apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
River Oaks Apartments2 BR 2 BA Premium w/ Garage2BR,2BA$3.17
eaves Mission ViejoB22BR,2BA$3.01
Overture Rancho Santa Margarita 55+ Senior Housing Apartment HomesCorazon2BR,2BA$3.81
The HighlandsPlan B12BR,2BA$3.40
Madrid1x1DEN1BR,1BA$3.48
Avila at Rancho Santa MargaritaA11BR,1BA$3.02
Vista Del LagoCosta1BR,1BA$3.28
Villas Antonio Apartment HomesPlan Two1BR,1BA$3.47
Cortesia at Rancho Santa MargaritaSiena A11BR,1BA$3.69
SkyviewThe Alpes1BR,1BA$3.94

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rancho Santa Margarita Central

What type of rentals are currently available in Rancho Santa Margarita Central?

There are currently 27 Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita Central, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,085 to $5,281. There are also 10 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rancho Santa Margarita Central ranging from $2,300 to $4,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rancho Santa Margarita Central?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rancho Santa Margarita Central ranges from $2,300 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,178.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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