
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (23 Rentals)


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169 Avenida Majorca

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho Santa Margarita Studio Apartments | $2,168 | $1,750 | $2,280 |
| Rancho Santa Margarita 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,598 | $2,065 | $4,320 |
| Rancho Santa Margarita 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,152 | $2,560 | $4,240 |
Rancho Santa Margarita 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,218 | $3,725 | $4,740 |
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Rancho Santa Margarita 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: December 23, 2025There are currently 8 available 3 Bedroom apartment units in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $3,710 to $5,260. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Rancho Santa Margarita with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Flores | 2 | $3,855 | $3,710 |
| Rancho Santa Margarita Central | 2 | $3,977 | $3,725 |
| Samlarc | 2 | $3,977 | $3,725 |
| Tijeras Creek Golf Club | 2 | $4,062 | $3,815 |
Largest Available Rancho Santa Margarita 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is found at Avalon Baker Ranch in the Mission Viejo North neighborhood and is 1,567 square feet priced from $4,425. Villas Antonio Apartment Homes in the Rancho Santa Margarita North neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,542 square feet and currently listed start at $4,230. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Rancho Santa Margarita:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Baker Ranch | C1TH | 1,567 Sq Ft | $4,425 |
| Villas Antonio Apartment Homes | Plan Nine | 1,542 Sq Ft | $4,230 |
| Bellecour Way Apartment Homes | Seine | 1,395 Sq Ft | $4,270 |
| Madrid | 3x2KAR | 1,295 Sq Ft | $4,050 |
| Los Alisos at Mission Viejo | Three Bedroom C2A | 1,251 Sq Ft | $3,725 |
Cheapest Available Rancho Santa Margarita 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of December 23, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is the Three Bedroom C2A Model starting from $3,725 at Los Alisos at Mission Viejo in the Mission Viejo North neighborhood. The second most affordable Rancho Santa Margarita 3 Bedroom is the 3x2KAR Model at Madrid starting at $4,050 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Rancho Santa Margarita is currently $4,218. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Rancho Santa Margarita:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Los Alisos at Mission Viejo | Three Bedroom C2A | $3,725 |
| Madrid | 3x2KAR | $4,050 |
| Villas Antonio Apartment Homes | Plan Nine | $4,230 |
| Bellecour Way Apartment Homes | Seine | $4,270 |
| Avalon Baker Ranch | C1TH | $4,425 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Rancho Santa Margarita Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Rancho Santa Margarita is at Los Alisos at Mission Viejo listed at $3,725.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Rancho Santa Margarita Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita is $4,218.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Rancho Santa Margarita Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Rancho Santa Margarita is a 1,567 square feet unit starting from $4,425 at Avalon Baker Ranch.
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