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Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

39 rentals available
  • 85 Castano

    $2,500
    85 Castano, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    (949) 837-5700

    1 unit available
    1 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated, Walk in closets + more

  • 6 Pica Flor

    $2,300
    6 Pica Flor, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    (949) 783-2499

    1 unit available
    1 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Carport, Recently renovated, and Stainless steel

  • 17 Briercliff

    $5,600
    17 Briercliff, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92679
    (949) 522-6000

    1 unit available
    4 bed
    Amenities

    Granite counters, Recently renovated, Pool, Hot tub, Fireplace, and Bbq/grill

  • Beautiful 2Bd/2.5Ba Townhome in Rancho Santa Margarita w/2 Car Garage!

    $3,350
    77 Rabano, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    (949) 892-1505

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more

  • 2-Bedroom 2-Bath Rancho Santa Margarita Home

    $3,650
    31 Paseo Primero, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    (949) 422-0734

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    On-site laundry, Granite counters, Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated, and Walk in closets

  • 28 Via Esperanza

    $3,300
    28 Vía Esperanza, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    (949) 385-0394

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated, and Refrigerator

  • Charming Townhome in the Heart of Rancho Santa Margarita!

    $3,300
    52 Vía Pamplona, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    (949) 709-4420

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated, Gym, Pool + more

  • 31785 Via Del Viento

    $5,495
    31785 Vía Del Viento, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92679
    (949) 464-7653

    1 unit available
    5 bed
    Amenities

    Garage, Recently renovated, Stainless steel, Pool, Air conditioning, and Ceiling fan

  • 1 San Vincente

    $4,950
    1 San Vincente, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    (949) 385-0394

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated, Walk in closets, Pool, and Air conditioning

  • 28 Lawnridge

    $5,400
    28 Lawnridge, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92679
    (949) 837-5700

    1 unit available
    4 bed
    Amenities

    On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated, Stainless steel + more

  • 7 Pomelo

    $3,100
    7 Pomelo, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    (949) 709-1555

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    Granite counters, Dishwasher, Recently renovated, Pool, Air conditioning, and Tennis court

  • 20891 Porter Ranch Road

    $6,000
    20891 Porter Ranch Road, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92679
    (949) 216-0055

    1 unit available
    4 bed
    Amenities

    Dishwasher, Garage, Walk in closets, Pool, Hot tub, Microwave + more

  • 61 Calle De Los Ninos

    $3,850
    61 Calle De Los Ninos, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    (949) 837-5700

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    Dishwasher, Garage, Pool, Microwave, Walking trail, and Range

  • 206 Via Vicini

    $3,950
    206 Vía Vicini, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    (949) 837-5700

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Garage, Recently renovated, Stainless steel + more

  • 45 Paseo Vespertino

    $5,250
    45 Paseo Vespertino, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    (714) 337-1559

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Dogs allowed, Garage, Recently renovated, Pool, and Refrigerator

  • 9 Via Cresta

    $2,500
    9 Vía Cresta, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
    (949) 510-0797

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Carport, and Recently renovated

Top neighborhoods in Rancho Santa Margarita

Samlarc
Samlarc
What it’s like to live in Samlarc
Master-planned perfection defines Samlarc, where rental communities surround Rancho Santa Margarita Lake with mountain backdrops that look photoshopped in real life. The neighborhood includes walking paths connecting residential areas to the town center, creating actual walkability rare in Orange County. Most rental communities include pools, tennis courts, and landscaped common areas maintained through association fees typically included in rent. The foothills location means slightly cooler temperatures than coastal communities during summer, while winter brings occasional light frost creating seasonal atmosphere rare in Southern California. Unlike beach cities, parking remains blissfully simple, and most units include garages. When seeking outdoor recreation, O'Neill Regional Park offers extensive hiking and mountain biking trails directly from neighborhood access points.
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