Cheap Apartments for Rent in Tustin, CA from $1,000 (72 Rentals)

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Avalon Apartments
1 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
1 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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Nogal Feliz
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Nogal Feliz

17272 Walnut AveTustin, CA 92780
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Enrique Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Enrique Apartments

15660 Tustin Village WayTustin, CA 92780
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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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Wilshire Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Wilshire Apartments

1201-1233 E Wilshire AveSanta Ana, CA 92707
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Cypress Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Cypress Apartments

210 Cypress AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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349 S Lemon St
1 Bedroom Apartments

349 S Lemon St

349 S Lemon StOrange, CA 92866
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Saddleback Lodge
Studio Apartments

Saddleback Lodge

1649-1655 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Los Robles
1 Bedroom Apartments

Los Robles

210-224 N Oak StOrange, CA 92867
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549 N Tustin Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

549 N Tustin Ave

549 N Tustin AveSanta Ana, CA 92705

Tustin, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Tustin, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/13/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Tustin, CA area range in price from $1,400 to $10,000 with an overall median price of $9,466. The three Tustin neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Panorama Heights at $1,400, Lemon Heights at $1,500, and Cowan Heights at $1,900. 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$7,800$1,40011
Lemon Heights$9,000$1,500374
Cowan Heights$10,000$1,90065
East Tustin$10,000$1,400128
Red Hill$10,000$1,500364
Tustin Ranch$10,000$1,895347

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. Beechwood Apartments in the Meredith Parkwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. 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
Beechwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,800
Las Casas ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
112 Pacific Pointe ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,900
Arroyo Casa1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,950
Excelsior Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,950
Park City ViewStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Village MeadowsPlan A1BR,1BA$2,000
HorizonStudioStudio,1BA$2,014

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tustin, CA

As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Tustin area is the $2.41 price per square foot Plan E Model at Tustin Cottages in the in the Lemon Heights neighborhood starting from $4,082. The second greatest value Tustin apartment is the Plan B Model at Solana Apartment Homes starting at $3,460 with a $2.87 price per square foot in the Lower Pete's Canyon 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.
Tustin CottagesPlan E3BR,2.5BA$2.41
Solana Apartment HomesPlan B2BR,2BA$2.87
3400 South Main StreetTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.48
Country Squire ApartmentsCall for Specials! Fully Renovated 2 Bedroom w/...2BR,2BA$2.74
Emerald Terrace Apartments2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.79
La Veta GrandRemodeled with W/D 2x22BR,2BA$2.78
Arroyo Casa1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.17
Twin Oaks Apartments1 Bed/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.69
Excelsior Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.60
105 Monterey Pines Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.86

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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 #92

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

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 $2,014.

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 $9,466.

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 $113 which is $9,353 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tustin.

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