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The Highlands


31872 Joshua Drive Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

1 - 2 Bed
1 - 2 Bath

882 - 1,000 Sq. Ft.

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Deal

Up to $500 Look and Lease

1 Bed • 1 Bath
$2,835
905 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Lyon Living
16J
$2,835
Available Now
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$3,225 - $3,400
1000 ft2
3 Available
Managed By: Lyon Living
04N
$3,225
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01B
$3,400
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10B
$3,375
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$3,055 - $3,230
882 ft2
3 Available
Managed By: Lyon Living
29A
$3,055
Available Jul 7th, 2025
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29B
$3,210
Available Jul 8th, 2025
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03B
$3,230
Available Aug 8th, 2025
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Where you'll live
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Location ratings
Walk Score®
59
Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score®
56
Bikeable
Amenities
On-site Laundry
Air Conditioning
Fitness Center
Storage
Fireplace
Pool
Walk In Closets
Walking Trails
Bike Trails
Professional On-site Management
On-site Maintenance
Dog Park
Section 8
Tennis Court
Business Center
Playground
24-hour Maintenance
Gated Entry
Bath Tub
High / Vaulted Ceiling
Tile Floor
Central A / C
Microwave
Breakfast Nook
Carpet
Balcony, Deck, Patio
Dishwasher
Fees & leasing info
Pets
Dogs Ok
Cats Ok
Parking
Covered Parking
Surface Parking
Lease & Fees
Lease Length:

None

Application Fee:

$0.00

Security Deposit:

$500.00

Property details
Description

The Highlands, a distinctive apartment community in Rancho Santa Margarita, sits among the rolling hills of Trabuco Canyon. Choose your new home from our elegant, newly renovated one and two bedroom apartments, lofts, and townhomes. The open-concept apartment homes feature vaulted ceilings, central heating and A/C, designer countertops, wood-burning fireplaces, oversized tubs, spacious walk-in closets, full-size washer and dryer connections, and private entries. As a resident, have convenient access to the best dining, shopping, and outdoor activities in Rancho Santa Margarita.

Additional Details
Year Remodeled: 2019
Total Unit Count: 184
Last Updated: Updated 20 hours ago
Contact Number: (949) 858-8185
Property manager information
Lyon Living
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Office Hours
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Internet Providers
Provider Max Download Speed (Mbps) Max Upload Speed (Mbps)
Cox Communications, Inc. 1000.0 35.0
Consolidated Smart Broadband Systems, LLC 300.0 30.0
AT&T Inc. 100.0 20.0
ViaSat, Inc. 100.0 3.0
Hughes Network Systems, LLC 25.0 3.0
Data from June 2020 provided by the FCC
Reviews
The Highlands
4.5
15 reviews
I live here
Nice place but charge to much for 30+ year old apartments (some things need to be updated). Garage is small, doesnt close half the...
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Great apartment complex. Excellent management staff who responds quickly to all inquires. Maintenance guys (Alberto & Cristobal are awesome!
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Affordability
To comfortably afford an apartment, we recommend having at least three times your monthy rent in gross household income.
View suggested annual incomes for The Highlands by bedroom type below.
1 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$102,100
per year
2 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$117,000
per year
Rent report

The Highlands Rent vs. Rancho Santa Margarita Average

 The Highlands      Rancho Santa Margarita Average
1BR
$2,835
$2,494
$0
$950
$1,900
$2,850
$3,800
2BR
$3,249
$2,999
$0
$1,100
$2,200
$3,300
$4,400

The Highlands is asking 14% more than the average 1 bedroom apartment in Rancho Santa Margarita.

If you upsized to an average priced Rancho Santa Margarita 2 bedroom apartment, you would pay 17% more per month.

If you downsized to an average priced Rancho Santa Margarita studio apartment, you would pay 12% less per month.

The Highlands provides 26% more square footage than the average Rancho Santa Margarita 1 bedroom apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
The Highlands
1BR $2,835 $3.10 $8,505
2BR $3,249 $3.50 $9,748
Rancho Santa Margarita Average
Studio $2,235 $10.00 $6,705
1BR $2,494 $3.50 $7,482
2BR $2,999 $3.00 $8,997
3BR $5,225 $3.80 $15,675
4BR $6,272 $3.00 $18,816

Availability in Rancho Santa Margarita

In order to find the best deal, you need to know what types of units are available. Property managers may be willing to give concessions if they have many vacant units.

There are currently 60 1BR units on the market in Rancho Santa Margarita. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
3% 56% 37% 3% 2%
Available Units in Rancho Santa Margarita
Studio 3
1BR 60
2BR 40
3BR 3
4BR 2
Location
Nearby College
Nearby Hospitals
Name Distance
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center 8.09 mi.
Children's Hospital At Mission 8.13 mi.
Memorialcare Saddleback Medical Center 8.2 mi.
Nearby Fire Stations
Name Distance
Box Elder Volunteer Fire Department 0.71 mi.
Somerset Fire Department 1.02 mi.
Wakonda Fire Department 1.15 mi.
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes. There are 7 available units at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 7 units available for move-in over the next 2 months. 4 units are vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
What's the square footage of the available units?
The available units range from 882 to 1,000 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
This property allows tenants to keep cats and dogs.
How many bedrooms are in the available units?
There are 1 and 2 bedroom units available.
How many bathrooms are in the available units?
There are 1 and 2 bathroom units available.
What's the monthly rent at this property?
Rent on available units ranges from $2,835 to $3,400. The Highlands has 1 bedroom units available starting at $2,835 and 2 bedroom units available starting at $3,055.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 31872 Joshua Drive in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. It's 1.6 miles northeast from the center of Rancho Santa Margarita.
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