
Cheap Homes for Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita Central Neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA from $3,100 (4 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Rancho Santa Margarita Central?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Rancho Santa Margarita Central 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,749 | $3,150 | $4,000 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Rancho Santa Margarita Central Neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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River Oaks Apartments | Apt 572: $500 Off Move In Special Concession | 2BR,2BA | $3.17 |
Avila at Rancho Santa Margarita | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
Vista Del Lago | Aliso | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
Villas Antonio Apartment Homes | Plan Two | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
Villas Aliento Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
The Arbors | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
Overture Rancho Santa Margarita 55+ Senior Housing Apartment Homes | Bella | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
Madrid | 1x1ALOR | 1BR,1BA | $3.96 |
Los Alisos at Mission Viejo | One Bedroom A1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
55+ FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita | Sedona | Studio , | $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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