Cheap Apartments for Rent in Tustin, CA from $1,485 (186 Rentals)

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Axiom Tustin
$2,296 - $3,101

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Base Rent$2,296 - $3,101
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Axiom Tustin

13843 Tustin East DrTustin, CA 92780
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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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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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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Tustin Orleans
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tustin Orleans

15622 Pasadena 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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Nogal Feliz
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Nogal Feliz

17272 Walnut AveTustin, CA 92780
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El Paseo
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

El Paseo

14901 Newport AveTustin, CA 92780
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Enrique Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Enrique Apartments

15660 Tustin Village WayTustin, CA 92780
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B Street Homes
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

B Street Homes

15669-15749 S B StTustin, CA 92780
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Walnut East
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut East

1201 SE Walnut AveTustin, CA 92780
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Kenyon Pointe
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kenyon Pointe

17091 Kenyon DrTustin, CA 92780
property at 690 N Ranchroad Dr
$1,050

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690 N Ranchroad Dr

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Tustin, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Tustin, CA

Pricing Updated: 09/06/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Tustin, CA area range in price from $1,499 to $6,500 with an overall median price of $3,133. The three Tustin neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Panorama Heights at $2,679, East Tustin at $2,925, and Lemon Heights at $3,185. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Tustin Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Panorama Heights$2,679$1,49955
East Tustin$2,925$1,499107
Lemon Heights$3,185$1,895198
Red Hill$3,202$1,945187
Tustin Ranch$3,220$1,945181
Cowan Heights$3,450$1,94527

Cheapest Available Tustin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Tustin, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Chestnut Place Senior Apartments in the Orange Park Acres neighborhood priced from $1,499. Metro East Senior Park 62+ in the Santa Ana neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,560. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tustin apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chestnut Place Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,499
Metro East Senior Park 62+StudioStudio,1BA$1,560
Park TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,775
1418 North French Street0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,850
Park City ViewOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,850
1410 S Minnie St1410 Minnie 1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1,900
Warwick SquareA1BR,1BA$1,904
888 on MainL9Studio,1BA$1,944
Casa De Porter Apartments1bd/1ba - unit type1BR,1BA$1,950
The Imperial ApartmentsStudio AAStudio,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tustin, CA

As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tustin area is the $2.43 price per square foot 3BR/2.5BA Model at 1600-1610 Mabury Street in the in the City Center neighborhood starting from $3,595. The second greatest value Tustin apartment is the 3+2 Model at Waterstone Gardens starting at $3,592 with a $2.57 price per square foot in the Lemon Heights 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.
1600-1610 Mabury Street3BR/2.5BA3BR,2.5BA$2.43
Waterstone Gardens3+23BR,2BA$2.57
First Street4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$2.01
Arroyo Casa2BD/2BA2BR,2BA$2.14
Tustin Village Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.68
Kenyon PointeFloor Plan Up2BR,2BA$2.50
La Veta GrandRemodeled 2x22BR,2BA$2.68
601 S Main St, Unit 1601 S Main St2BR,1BA$2.56
3400 South Main StreetOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.66
Twin Oaks Apartments1 Bed/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.63

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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.

Tustin, CA
Population: 79,795

Ranked #436

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tustin Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Tustin?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Tustin is at Metro East Senior Park 62+ listed at $1,560.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Tustin Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Tustin Apartment is $1,499 at Chestnut Place Senior Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Tustin Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Tustin is starting from $1,977 at Metro East Senior Park 62+.

What is the most affordable Tustin Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Tustin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Waterstone Gardens and starts from $3,592.

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