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The Highlands
Property highlights
Discover The Highlands, a luxurious community nestled in Rancho Santa Margarita. Experience spacious, newly updated apartments featuring stylish vaulted ceilings and cozy wood-burning fireplaces. The community is renowned for its resort-style amenities, including a sparkling pool, state-of-the-art fitness center, and relaxing spa. Positioned ideally within walking distance of dining and shopping, The Highlands is a top choice for those craving convenience and leisure. With a dog park on-site and both dogs and cats welcome, pet owners will appreciate the warm, friendly environment. Residents also celebrate the responsive management and professional maintenance teams, ensuring a hassle-free living experience.
10 units available
1 Bed • 2 Beds
Location
31872 Joshua Drive, Rancho Santa Margarita CA 92679, Robinson Ranch
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more
Price range
$2,465 - $3,530 per month
Commute
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Unit 18E
Avail. Oct 2
$2,465
$2,465
Unit 33E
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$2,570
$2,595
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Location
31872 Joshua Drive, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92679 Robinson Ranch
Amenities
In unit laundry
Patio / balcony
Hardwood floors
Dishwasher
Pet friendly
24hr maintenance
Unit Amenities
air conditioning
dishwasher
extra storage
fireplace
in unit laundry
microwave
range
refrigerator
walk in closets
w/d hookup
recently renovated
patio / balcony
bathtub
carpet
oven
hardwood floors
stainless steel
garbage disposal
ice maker
Property Amenities
dogs allowed
pet friendly
clubhouse
dog park
fire pit
gym
parking
playground
pool
bbq/grill
guest suite
hot tub
internet access
pickleball
cats allowed
garage
on-site laundry
24hr maintenance
business center
carport
smoke-free community
tennis court
game room
media room
guest parking
e-payments
online portal
The Highlands, a distinctive apartment community in Rancho Santa Margarita, sits among the rolling hills of Trabuco Canyon. Choose your new home from our elegant, newly renovated one and two bedroom apartments, lofts, and townhomes. The open-concept apartment homes feature vaulted ceilings, central heating and A/C, designer countertops, wood-burning fireplaces, oversized tubs, spacious walk-in closets, full-size washer and dryer connections, and private entries. As a resident, have convenient access to the best dining, shopping, and outdoor activities in Rancho Santa Margarita.
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Property Details (Fees & Lease)
Must have 2.7x the rent in total household income (before taxes)
Pets allowed
Cats, dogs
deposit
500
rent
50
limit
2
restrictions
Please speak with a leasing associate about our breed restrictions. Maximum 2 pets per home.
deposit
500
rent
50
limit
2
restrictions
Please speak with a leasing associate about our breed restrictions.
deposit
500
rent
50
limit
2
Open lot: included in lease, Carport with storage: included in select units, Parking garage with storage: included in select units. Surface lot, assigned.
Explore the Area
Smart & Final Extra!
0.2 mi
Ralphs
0.4 mi
Trader Joe's
1.3 mi
Pavilions
1.3 mi
Walmart Neighborhood Market
1.6 mi
Subway
0.2 mi
Jack in the Box
0.2 mi
Taco Bell
0.4 mi
Yamame
0.4 mi
Starbucks
0.4 mi
Plano Trabuco-Santa Margarita
0.2 mi
Santa Margarita-Antonio
0.3 mi
Santa Margarita-Antonio
0.4 mi
Plano Trabuco-Alas De Paz
0.4 mi
Santa Margarita-Avd De Los Funadores
0.6 mi
Mc Conville Airstrip
8.4 mi
Stony Bridge Ranch Airport (historical)
13.9 mi
Skylark Field Airport
15.8 mi
John Wayne Airport
16.9 mi
Corona Municipal Airport
17.0 mi
7 /10
Robinson Elementary School
PublicK-6
539 Students
0.2 mi
7 /10
Trabuco Mesa Elementary School
PublicPK-6
630 Students
0.3 mi
5 /10
Cielo Vista Elementary School
PublicK-6
729 Students
0.7 mi
7 /10
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate School
Public7-8
1,229 Students
0.9 mi
8 /10
Tijeras Creek Elementary School
PublicK-5
337 Students
2.3 mi
Data provided by GreatSchools. Ratings are based on test scores and additional metrics when available.
Ike Arnold
0.3 mi
Country Hollow Lane Park
0.3 mi
Trabuco Mesa Park
0.4 mi
Trabuco Highlands Central Park
0.5 mi
Cielo Vista Park
0.8 mi
Lago Santa Margarita Beach Club
0.6 mi
Rancho Santa Margarita Library
1.2 mi
Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas
1.3 mi
24 Hour Fitness
1.3 mi
Amphitheater
1.4 mi
PetSmart
1.7 mi
Petlingo
1.7 mi
Wags & Wiggles
2.6 mi
Petco
4.0 mi
Foothill Animal Hospital
4.6 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Highlands has 10 units available starting at $2,465 per month. Check out the Price and Availability section for the most up-to-date unit information.
In Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, the average rent is for a studio, $2,424 for a 1-bedroom, $3,054 for a 2-bedroom, and $4,078 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, check out our monthly Rancho Santa Margarita, CA Rent Report.
Some of The Highlands's amenities include in unit laundry, patio / balcony, and hardwood floors. To see the other amenities this property offers, check out the Amenities section.
The Highlands is not currently offering any rent specials.
Yes, The Highlands is pet-friendly.
Yes, The Highlands offers parking.
Yes, The Highlands offers units with in unit laundry.
Yes, The Highlands has a pool.
No, The Highlands does not have accessible units.
Yes, The Highlands has units with dishwashers.