
Pet Friendly Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (8 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in Rancho Santa Margarita that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!
Rental terms in Rancho Santa Margarita as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Los Alisos at Mission Viejo

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Adagio on the Green

55+ Remington at Ladera Ranch

24950 Via Florecer

111 Via Serena Via
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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Rancho Santa Margarita Studio Apartments | $2,292 | $2,135 | $2,573 |
Rancho Santa Margarita 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,688 | $2,056 | $6,428 |
Rancho Santa Margarita 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,262 | $2,708 | $5,385 |
Rancho Santa Margarita 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,349 | $3,295 | $4,925 |
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Getting Around Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Walk Score®
58 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
48 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Rancho Santa Margarita Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita is at Villa La Paz Apartment Homes listed at $2,135.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Rancho Santa Margarita Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita is $3,023.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Rancho Santa Margarita Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Rancho Santa Margarita is a 1,542 square feet unit starting from $2,265 at Villas Antonio Apartment Homes.
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