
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tustin Foothills Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $1,300 (21 Rentals)
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Villa Viento

Pacific Pointe

Palm Gardens 2017, LLC

Casa Cortez Apartments

Tustin Plaza Apartments

Vintage at Old Town Tustin
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13638 Estero Cir

Castilian & Cordova Apartment Homes

13682-13688 Estero Cor

15662 S B St

13652-13658 Estero Cor

Diplomat Apartments

Castilian and Cordova Apartment Homes
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Tustin Cottages

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McFadden Village Apartments

The Village @ Old Town

Pointe Newport Apartments

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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 | $2,225 | $2,145 | $2,341 |
| Tustin Foothills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,445 | $2,120 | $2,701 |
| Tustin Foothills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,984 | $2,550 | $3,141 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Tustin Foothills Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA.
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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 Pacific Pointe priced from $2,125. Castilian and Cordova Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,150. Here are the most affordable Tustin Foothills apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Pointe | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - Tiled Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
| Castilian and Cordova Apartment Homes | Cordova A | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| TUSTIN LANAI APARTMENTS | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,331 |
| Axiom Tustin | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (696 Sq. Ft.) | 1BR,1BA | $2,401 |
| Villa Viento | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tustin Foothills, CA
As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tustin Foothills area is the $3.01 price per square foot Plan B Model at Tustin Cottages in the in the Lemon Heights neighborhood starting from $4,768. The second greatest value Tustin Foothills apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at Casa Cortez Apartments starting at $2,550 with a $2.55 price per square foot in the Lower Pete's Canyon 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 B | 4BR,3BA | $3.01 |
| Casa Cortez Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Villa Viento | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $3.15 |
| Palm Gardens 2017, LLC | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Axiom Tustin | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (696 Sq. Ft.) | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| Castilian and Cordova Apartment Homes | Castilian A | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Pacific Pointe | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - Tiled Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleTustin Foothills, Santa Ana, CA
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2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Tustin Foothills, Santa Ana, CA
Hillview High (Continuation) School
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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 $2,125 at Pacific Pointe.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Tustin Foothills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Tustin Foothills is starting from $2,550 at Casa Cortez Apartments.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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