
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tustin Foothills Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $1,300 (21 Rentals)
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Palm Gardens 2017, LLC

Casa Cortez Apartments

Pacific Pointe

111 Tustin Plaza Apartments

Vintage at Old Town Tustin

13638 Estero Cir
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13682-13688 Estero Cor

15662 S B St

13652-13658 Estero Cor

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Tustin Foothills, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tustin Foothills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tustin Foothills Studio Apartments | $2,228 | $2,186 | $2,271 |
| Tustin Foothills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,370 | $2,025 | $2,596 |
| Tustin Foothills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,075 | $2,795 | $3,486 |
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Cheapest Available Tustin Foothills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Tustin Foothills area of Santa Ana, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Casa Cortez Apartments priced from $2,025. Pacific Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable Tustin Foothills apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Cortez Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| Pacific Pointe | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Axiom Tustin | 0 Bed, 1 Bath (503 Sq. Ft.) | Studio,1BA | $2,206 |
| Villa Viento | Plan D | 2BR,1BA | $2,775 |
| Palm Gardens 2017, LLC | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tustin Foothills, CA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tustin Foothills area is the $2.61 price per square foot Plan A Model at Tustin Cottages in the in the Lemon Heights neighborhood starting from $4,134. The second greatest value Tustin Foothills apartment is the Castilian B Model at Castilian and Cordova Apartment Homes starting at $2,875 with a $3.11 price per square foot in the Lemon Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tustin Foothills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tustin Cottages | Plan A | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.61 |
| Castilian and Cordova Apartment Homes | Castilian B | 2BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Palm Gardens 2017, LLC | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| Villa Viento | Plan D | 2BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| Casa Cortez Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Pacific Pointe | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - Tiled Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Axiom Tustin | 0 Bed, 1 Bath (503 Sq. Ft.) | Studio ,1BA | $4.35 |
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Best Local Schools in Tustin Foothills, Santa Ana, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tustin Foothills Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Tustin Foothills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Tustin Foothills Apartment is $2,025 at Casa Cortez Apartments.
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