Cheap Homes for Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita Central Neighborhood of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA from $2,300 (2 Rentals)

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54 Cardinal

Rancho Santa MargaritaCA92688

Rancho Santa Margarita Central, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita Central, CA

As of April 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rancho Santa Margarita Central area is the $3.08 price per square foot B2 Model at Avila at Rancho Santa Margarita in the in the Rancho Santa Margarita North neighborhood starting from $3,050. The second greatest value Rancho Santa Margarita Central apartment is the A2 Model at Avalon Baker Ranch starting at $2,916 with a $3.95 price per square foot in the Mission Viejo North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rancho Santa Margarita Central apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Avila at Rancho Santa MargaritaB22BR,2BA$3.08
Avalon Baker RanchA21BR,1BA$3.95
Sonterra at Foothill RanchJasmine1BR,1BA$3.63
Vista Del LagoCosta1BR,1BA$3.52
Overture Rancho Santa Margarita 55+ Senior Housing Apartment HomesBella1BR,1BA$4.13
Madrid1x1ALOR1BR,1BA$3.95
Villas Antonio Apartment HomesPlan One1BR,1BA$3.89
Los Alisos at Mission ViejoStudio E1AStudio ,1BA$3.93
eaves Santa MargaritaA11BR,1BA$4.46
Villas Aliento Apartment HomesPlan 4Studio ,1BA$4.19

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rancho Santa Margarita Central

What type of rentals are currently available in Rancho Santa Margarita Central?

There are currently 15 Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Margarita Central, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,135 to $5,411. There are also 4 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rancho Santa Margarita Central ranging from $3,150 to $3,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rancho Santa Margarita Central?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rancho Santa Margarita Central ranges from $3,150 to $3,950 with an average monthly rent of $3,666.

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