Cheap Apartments for Rent in Tustin, CA from $1,000 (80 Rentals)

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Stonegate Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stonegate Apartments

340 E 2nd StTustin, CA 92780
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Avalon Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Avalon Apartments

14382 Red Hill AveTustin, CA 92780
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Courtyard Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Courtyard Gardens

15731 S Pasadena AveTustin, CA 92780
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Tustin Orleans
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tustin Orleans

15622 Pasadena AveTustin, CA 92780
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Villa Viento
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Viento

345 W 1st StTustin, CA 92780
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Villa de Hacienda
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa de Hacienda

1260-1280 Walnut AveTustin, CA 92780
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Santa Ana Arts Collective
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Santa Ana Arts Collective

1666 N Main StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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511 E Washington Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

511 E Washington Ave

511 E Washington AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Parc Square Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Parc Square Apartments

1330 N Bush StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Wilshire Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Wilshire Apartments

1201-1233 E Wilshire AveSanta Ana, CA 92707
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549 N Tustin Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

549 N Tustin Ave

549 N Tustin AveSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Tustin, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Tustin, CA

Pricing Updated: 09/07/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Tustin, CA area range in price from $1,400 to $8,020 with an overall median price of $4,273. The three Tustin neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Cowan Heights at $2,025, Lemon Heights at $1,895, and Red Hill at $2,025. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Tustin Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Cowan Heights$4,155$2,02530
Lemon Heights$4,155$1,895109
Red Hill$4,155$2,02594
Tustin Ranch$4,155$1,70094
East Tustin$4,232$1,400157
Panorama Heights$4,786$1,400103

Cheapest Available Tustin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Tustin, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Metro East Senior Park 62+ in the City Center neighborhood priced from $1,557. Garden Court Apartments in the Downtown Historic District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,691. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tustin apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Metro East Senior Park 62+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,557
Garden Court ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,691
Warwick SquareA1BR,1BA$1,706
Park City ViewStudioStudio,1BA$1,825
Fairhaven VillageStudioStudio,1BA$1,900
The Imperial ApartmentsStudio Style AStudio,1BA$1,950
Arroyo Casa1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,950
888 on MainL6Studio,1BA$1,989
Casa Cortez Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,025

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tustin, CA

As of September 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Tustin area is the $2.28 price per square foot 616 South Fashion Park Street Model at 616 South Fashion Park Street, Unit A in the in the Old Towne neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Tustin apartment is the Picasso Model at Pinnacle at MacArthur Place starting at $3,129 with a $2.37 price per square foot in the Valley Adams neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tustin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
616 South Fashion Park Street, Unit A616 South Fashion Park Street3BR,2BA$2.28
Pinnacle at MacArthur PlacePicasso2BR,2BA$2.37
Country Squire ApartmentsCall for Specials! Fully Renovated 2 Bedroom w/...2BR,2BA$2.74
Emerald Terrace Apartments2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.65
TUSTIN ARMS APARTMENTS2 bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.42
Arroyo Casa1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.17
Twin Oaks Apartments1 Bed/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.69
Casa Cortez Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.70
Warwick SquareA1BR,1BA$2.62
Garden Court ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$2.60

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Tustin Overview

Recently chosen by Forbes as one of the 'top 25 places to live well', Tustin is located in the welcoming confines of Orange County, California. Considered part of the greater Los Angeles metro region, this on-the-move west coast hot spot is always in-demand, and makes an excellent option for anyone on the hunt for a new place to call home in the great state of California.

Why live in Tustin, CA?

Consistently receiving high marks for its local school system (a top employer in the city as well) and brimming with local amenities including historical sites and plenty of public parkland, Tustin apartments are a fantastic way to connect with California. Offering a breeze of a commute to much of the souther Cali job market, including the bright lights and excitement of Los Angeles, this in-demand west coast hub is about as idyllic as it gets.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Tustin, CA

Ranked #81

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Tustin, CA

Walk Score®

67 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

63 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

40 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tustin Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Tustin?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Tustin is under $2,025.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tustin?

The cheapest apartment in Tustin is Metro East Senior Park 62+ which is listed at $1,557, while the average apartment in Tustin costs $4,273.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tustin?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 18 regular apartments in Tustin that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Tustin?

Cheap apartments in Tustin have an average cost of $291 which is $3,982 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tustin.

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