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Amenities for 3 Orchid, SAMLARC
Apartment Amenities
| 2 Floors | Carpet |
| Ceiling Fan | Central Air |
| Fireplace | High Ceilings |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Grounds
| 2 Parking Spaces | Garage Parking |
| Outdoor Space | Swimming Pool |
Other
| Architecture Style: Spanish | Exterior Type: Stucco |
| Roof Type: Tile |
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About 3 Orchid
Property Status: Active Turnkey townhome, beautifully updated, and blessed with an ideal location just steps from the community pool and a short stroll to RSM Lake and shopping and dining! Step inside the double door entry and soak in the soaring two story vaulted ceilings, the light filled interior, wood look tile floors, new carpet, custom lighting, upgraded ceiling fan, and a freshly painted neutral palette all setting the stage for an ideal living environment. The open floor plan includes a spacious living area, the perfect gathering space around the cozy brick fireplace, and is open to the dining area with direct access through the sliding doors to the patio, creating a superb indoor-outdoor living space. The sparkling updated kitchen is blessed with sleek Quartz countertops, timeless white Shaker cabinetry, updated hardware and fixtures, recessed lighting, stainless steel appliances, and a prized breakfast bar. The main level also includes a convenient updated powder room. Travel upstairs to the bedroom level where you will find a spacious primary bedroom with vaulted ceilings, new carpet, recessed lighting, custom light fixture, and two closets with mirrored closet doors. The secondary bedroom also boasts vaulted ceilings and mirrored closet doors. The full bathroom on the bedroom level has been beautifully updated with a Quartz topped updated vanity, updated faucets and fixtures, white shaker cabinetry, and a shower enclosure with oval soaking tub. The spacious outdoor enclosed and tiled patio is the perfect space for relaxing and BBQing with friends and family. A highly prized direct access 2 car garage with epoxy flooring and full-size washer and dryer included completes this floor plan. You will adore this prime location superbly situated just steps from the community pool and just a short walk to Rancho Santa Margarita Lake, Trabuco Mesa Park with tennis courts, tot lot, and playing fields, and the Mercado Del Lago Shopping Center with Ace Hardware, Ralphs Groceries, Banking, Starbucks and the picturesque plaza along the lake front with numerous dining, shopping, and service venues. Numerous walking paths around the lake and close to hiking and biking trails throughout O’Neill Regional Park, Live Oak Canyon, and Rose Canyon. Easy toll road access. Office Phone: (949) 707-4400 Copyright © 2026 California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 3 Orchid compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features
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Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | SAMLARC |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 92688 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in SAMLARC
2-bedroom apartments at 3 Orchid cost about 0% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Rancho Santa Margarita.
Median rents as of Jan 10 2026.
SAMLARC
Rancho Santa Margarita
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $3,000 |
| March 2024 | $3,005 |
| April 2024 | $2,998 |
| May 2024 | $2,998 |
| June 2024 | $3,010 |
| July 2024 | $3,060 |
| August 2024 | $3,063 |
| September 2024 | $3,115 |
| October 2024 | $3,178 |
| November 2024 | $3,170 |
| December 2024 | $3,196 |
| January 2025 | $3,154 |
| February 2025 | $3,089 |
| March 2025 | $3,017 |
| April 2025 | $2,993 |
| May 2025 | $2,995 |
| June 2025 | $3,014 |
| July 2025 | $2,960 |
| August 2025 | $3,000 |
| September 2025 | $3,014 |
| October 2025 | $3,040 |
| November 2025 | $3,003 |
| December 2025 | $2,994 |
| January 2026 | $2,966 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,995 |
| March 2024 | $2,997 |
| April 2024 | $2,976 |
| May 2024 | $2,970 |
| June 2024 | $2,969 |
| July 2024 | $3,047 |
| August 2024 | $3,063 |
| September 2024 | $3,104 |
| October 2024 | $3,139 |
| November 2024 | $3,210 |
| December 2024 | $3,221 |
| January 2025 | $3,153 |
| February 2025 | $3,070 |
| March 2025 | $3,013 |
| April 2025 | $2,993 |
| May 2025 | $2,988 |
| June 2025 | $2,979 |
| July 2025 | $2,960 |
| August 2025 | $3,000 |
| September 2025 | $3,002 |
| October 2025 | $3,032 |
| November 2025 | $3,003 |
| December 2025 | $2,994 |
| January 2026 | $2,966 |
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Schools near 3 Orchid
Trabuco Mesa Elementary School
21301 avenida de los flores
rancho santa margarita, CA, 92688
K-6Public
A
SVUSD Virtual Academy (Alternative)
25952 cordillera dr
mission viejo, CA, 92691
K-12Public
A-
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Getting around Rancho Santa Margarita near 3 Orchid
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Transit
2/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 3 Orchid, Rancho Santa Margarita
Groceries
8/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 10-minute walk, and there are also a few specialist food stores nearby.
Shopping
4/10
Some fashion stores are within walking distance.
Cafes
5/10
The closest café is within a 10-minute walk, and there are a few other cafés within walking distance.
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants are within walking distance.
Primary schools
7/10
The closest elementary school is within a 10-to-15-minute walk.
High schools
5/10
The closest high school is within a 15-to-20-minute walk.
Parks
8/10
A medium-size park in the area.
Nightlife
3/10
The closest bar is within a 10-minute walk. There are few or no other bars within walking distance.
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