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Rancho Santa Margarita, California

Located in Orange County, California, Rancho Santa Margarita was established in 2000. Named for the historic Rancho Santa Margarita y Las Flores land grant. Master-planned community in south Orange County.

Founded 2000 | Population 48,000 | Peak 48,000 (2024) | County Orange County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Rancho Santa Margarita, California

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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Rancho Santa Margarita's character and economy.

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1950 Economic Development: Rancho Santa Margarita grew through manufacturing and industry.

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2000 Founded: Rancho Santa Margarita was founded with Spanish colonial roots in Orange County.

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2000 Incorporated: Planned community.

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Complete Historical Timeline

1890 Culture

Higher Education

1950 Industry

Economic Development

2000 Culture

Founded

2000 Government

Incorporated

Did You Know?

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Named for the historic Rancho Santa Margarita y Las Flores land grant.

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Master-planned community in south Orange County.

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Incorporated in 2000.

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Rancho Santa Margarita has a population of approximately 48,000.

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