Cheap Homes for Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita Central Neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA from $3,100 (4 Rentals)

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

As of June 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rancho Santa Margarita Central area is the $3.17 price per square foot Apt 572: $500 Off Move In Special Concession Model at River Oaks Apartments in the in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood starting from $3,045. The second greatest value Rancho Santa Margarita Central apartment is the A2 Model at Avila at Rancho Santa Margarita starting at $2,317 with a $2.88 price per square foot in the Rancho Santa Margarita North 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 ApartmentsApt 572: $500 Off Move In Special Concession2BR,2BA$3.17
Avila at Rancho Santa MargaritaA21BR,1BA$2.88
Vista Del LagoAliso1BR,1BA$3.58
Villas Antonio Apartment HomesPlan Two1BR,1BA$3.59
Villas Aliento Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$3.75
The ArborsPlan A11BR,1BA$3.79
Overture Rancho Santa Margarita 55+ Senior Housing Apartment HomesBella1BR,1BA$4.00
Madrid1x1ALOR1BR,1BA$3.96
Los Alisos at Mission ViejoOne Bedroom A1B1BR,1BA$3.70
55+ FountainGlen Rancho Santa MargaritaSedonaStudio ,$6.63

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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 13 Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita Central, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,115 to $4,050. There are also 6 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rancho Santa Margarita Central ranging from $3,150 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 $3,150 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,749.

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