Apartments For Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
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1-2 BathsLas Flores Apartment Homes | 381 Sable #4-0466,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Use arrow keys to navigateSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$2,631 - $3,649/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsAvila at Rancho Santa Margarita | 22751 El Prado #1216,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Use arrow keys to navigatePET FRIENDLY$2,155 - $2,980/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsVilla La Paz Apartment Homes | 2 Via Amistosa #6186,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Use arrow keys to navigateSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$2,444 - $3,767/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsOverture Rancho Santa Margarita 55+ Apartment Homes | 30824 La Miranda #331,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Use arrow keys to navigateSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYFURNISHED$2,197 - $2,805/moStudio-2 Beds1 Bath55+ Community FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita | 30751 El Corazon #220,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Use arrow keys to navigateNEW - 1 HR AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,435 - $3,105/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsVillas Antonio Apartment Homes | 22482 Alma Aldea #6187,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Use arrow keys to navigateSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,055 - $2,860/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsVillas Aliento Apartment Homes | 114 Aliento #6410,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
NEW - 1 DAY AGOPET FRIENDLY$2,319 - $3,749/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsCortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita | 29752 Melinda Rd #10116,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
PET FRIENDLY$2,415 - $3,370/mo1-2 Beds1-2 Bathseaves Santa Margarita | 111 Via Serena #2B-2Ba-971Sqft,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,494 - $3,918/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsSkyview | 21022 Los Alisos Blvd #15-1518,
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
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What Locals Say about Rancho Santa Margarita
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Rancho Santa Margarita: sun-soaked, easygoing suburb with lakeside living, trails, and quick errands. People like the safety, parks, lake events, dog-friendly walks, and top schools. They dislike freeway distance, toll costs, rush-hour jams, and higher housing costs.
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Average Rent Trends in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Nov 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $3,020 |
| Jul 2025 | $3,150 |
| Aug 2025 | $3,115 |
| Sep 2025 | $3,200 |
| Oct 2025 | $3,763 |
| Nov 2025 | $3,850 |
| Dec 2025 | $3,660 |
| Jan 2026 | $3,600 |
| Feb 2026 | $3,500 |
| Mar 2026 | $3,000 |
| Apr 2026 | $3,400 |
| May 2026 | $3,200 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $2,500 | $3,100 | $4,500 | $5,300 | $3,250 |
| Townhomes | $2,450 | $4,500 | $5,500 | — | $4,500 |
| Apartments and Condos | $2,450 | $3,099 | $4,583 | — | $2,806 |
| Houses | — | $3,500 | $4,250 | $5,300 | $5,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?The average rent of an apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is $2,883 per month. This is about 49% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?The average rent of a house in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is $5,000 per month. This is about 159% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a townhome in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?The average rent of a townhome in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is $4,500 per month. This is about 133% higher than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA was lowest in May 2025 when it was $2,942 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA was highest in Nov 2025 when it was $3,850 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is $2,500 per month. That is about $337 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?There are 60 available rental listings in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA.
- What are some neighborhoods in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?Some neighborhoods in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA include: Las Flores.
- What are some zip codes in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?
- What are some cities near Rancho Santa Margarita, CA?Some nearby cities include: Coto de Caza, Mission Viejo, Trabuco Canyon, Lake Forest, Ladera Ranch. These cities may have more rental options to explore.