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1d ago
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29752 Melinda Rd, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Air conditioning | Balcony | Swimming pool
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,277–$3,617
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2d ago
Verified
111 Via Serena, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,415–$3,010
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5d+ ago
Verified
111 Via Serena #5733A, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,080–$3,580
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1h ago
SAMLARC apartment for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
Balcony | Swimming pool | On-site management
2 beds
2 baths
$2,865
$2,715
Price drop
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5d+ ago
SAMLARC apartment for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
On-site management
2 beds
2 baths
$3,000
$2,895
Price drop
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5d+ ago
SAMLARC apartment for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
On-site management
2 beds
2 baths
$3,060
Apartment for rent
19h ago
SAMLARC condo for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
Dishwasher | Microwave | Oven
2 beds
2 baths
$3,250
Condo for rent
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20h ago
SAMLARC condo for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
6 Flor De Mar, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$2,450
Condo for rent
Available Nov 15
1d ago
SAMLARC house for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
28 V ía Helena #NA, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
3 baths
$4,500
House for rent
Available Oct 15
In-Unit Laundry
Air Conditioning
Outdoor Space
Swimming Pool
3d ago
House for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
4 beds
2.5 baths
$4,600
House for rent
Available Sep 1
3d ago
SAMLARC house for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
4 beds
4 baths
$4,500
House for rent
Available Oct 4
4d ago
SAMLARC townhouse for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
2 beds
2 baths
$3,295
House for rent
Available Oct 5
5d+ ago
House for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
4 beds
2.5 baths
$5,250
$5,000
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
Robinson Ranch condo for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
3 baths
$4,500
$4,200
Price drop
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
SAMLARC house for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
Garage parking | Hardwood floor | Walk-in closets
2 beds
2.5 baths
$3,800
House for rent
5d+ ago
SAMLARC house for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
2 beds
2 baths
$2,895
House for rent
5d+ ago
SAMLARC condo for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
2 beds
2 baths
$2,795
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
SAMLARC apartment for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,800
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
SAMLARC house for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
4 beds
3 baths
$5,775
House for rent
Available Aug 12
5d+ ago
SAMLARC apartment for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
3 beds
3 baths
$4,500
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
SAMLARC house for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
4 beds
2.5 baths
$5,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
SAMLARC apartment for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
2 beds
2 baths
$3,100
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
SAMLARC condo for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
2 beds
2 baths
$3,700
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
SAMLARC condo for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
1 bed
1 bath
$2,290
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
SAMLARC house for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
9 El Guiro, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
4 beds
3 baths
$6,600
House for rent
Available Sep 24
5d+ ago
SAMLARC house for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
108 Wild Horse Loop, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
3 beds
2.5 baths
$6,000
House for rent
Available Sep 2
5d+ ago
SAMLARC condo for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
3 beds
2 baths
$3,975
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Trabuco Highlands house for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita
Furnished | Air conditioning | Garage parking
4 beds
3 baths
$6,000
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As of today, Rancho Santa Margarita's median rent price is $3,299 per month.
Median rent
$3,299
Rentals, last 30 days
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| Size | Value | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| All bedrooms | $3,299 | N/A |
| 1 bedroom | $2,481 | N/A |
| 2 bedroom | $3,060 | N/A |
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, is often appreciated for its family-friendly atmosphere and well-kept neighborhoods. Residents enjoy the abundance of parks and recreation options, making it a great spot for outdoor enthusiasts. Many mention the community events and local amenities like shopping and dining that contribute to a vibrant daily life. However, some residents feel that the cost of living can be high, and traffic congestion during peak hours is a common frustration. Overall, the area is seen as a comfortable place to settle down, though it does come with its drawbacks.
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Rancho Santa Margarita average around $2,390/month and two-bedrooms approximately $2,990/month.
May offers the best rental deals in Rancho Santa Margarita, with rents running about 23% lower than November's peak prices. April and July see the most competition among renters, while November is the least competitive month.
SAMLARC leads as the primary rental hub with strong community connections and walkability, representing 84% of the city's rental market. Rancho Cielo, Robinson Ranch, and Trabuco Highlands also offer excellent social infrastructure and transit access.
SAMLARC is the main neighborhood option for renters in Rancho Santa Margarita, with a median rent around $3,120/month.
Pet owners will find excellent options in SAMLARC, Rancho Cielo, and Walden, where apartments feature comprehensive pet amenities including outdoor spaces, no breed restrictions, pet grooming services, and dedicated pet areas.
In our current listings, utilities-included rentals are extremely rare in Rancho Santa Margarita, appearing in only 0.01% of total listings across all apartment sizes.
Based on our current listings, Rancho Santa Margarita's rental market is dominated by Mediterranean architecture at 55.4% of properties, reflecting the 1920s California development era. Contemporary style homes make up 16.9% and Spanish style properties account for 15.7%.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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