Cheap Apartments for Rent in Tustin, CA from $900 (134 Rentals)

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property at 2307 Ternberry Ct

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2307 Ternberry Ct

TustinCA92782

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Axiom Tustin
$2,196 - $3,211
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Axiom Tustin

13843 Tustin East DrTustin, CA 92780
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El Paseo
$2,366 - $3,216
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El Paseo

14901 Newport AveTustin, 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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Villa de Hacienda
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa de Hacienda

1260-1280 Walnut 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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Nogal Feliz
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Nogal Feliz

17272 Walnut AveTustin, CA 92780
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Villa Viento
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Villa Viento

345 W 1st StTustin, 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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Walnut East
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Walnut East

1201 SE Walnut AveTustin, 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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property at 1702 Brown St

$950

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1702 Brown St

Santa AnaCA92701

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Tustin, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Tustin, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/23/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Tustin, CA area range in price from $1,100 to $8,435 with an overall median price of $4,238. The three Tustin neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are East Tustin at $1,100, Panorama Heights at $1,100, and Cowan Heights 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
East Tustin$3,800$1,100176
Panorama Heights$4,270$1,10087
Cowan Heights$4,340$2,02544
Lemon Heights$4,340$1,895298
Red Hill$4,340$1,899283
Tustin Ranch$4,340$2,025280

Cheapest Available Tustin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Tustin, CA is a Studio unit found at Metro East Senior Park 62+ in the City Center neighborhood priced from $1,100. Park City View in the Downtown Historic District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tustin apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Metro East Senior Park 62+StudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Park City ViewOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,775
Minnie Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,800
Santiago Villas Senior Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,800
Borchard Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,800
Harmony Creek1x1-5501BR,1BA$1,818
Park TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,825
Las Casas ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
TUSTIN ARMS APARTMENTS1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,899
Excelsior Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tustin, CA

As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tustin area is the $2.33 price per square foot 16584 Lorelei Ln Model at 16584 Lorelei Ln, Unit 16584 Lorelei. Main House in the in the City Center neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Tustin apartment is the Veteran Unit Model at Parc Derian starting at $2,088 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the Westpark 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.
16584 Lorelei Ln, Unit 16584 Lorelei. Main House16584 Lorelei Ln2BR,2.5BA$2.33
Parc DerianVeteran Unit3BR,2BA$1.72
Waterstone Garden2x2 Rancho2BR,2BA$2.33
14101 Browning2bd2ba2BR,2BA$2.50
Arroyo Casa2BD/2BA2BR,2BA$2.14
Kenyon PointeFloor Plan Patio2BR,2BA$2.58
Twin Oaks Apartments1 Bed/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.63
Excelsior Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.53
TUSTIN ARMS APARTMENTS1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.62
Borchard Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.57

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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 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 $1,900.

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 $1,250, while the average apartment in Tustin costs $4,238.

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 253 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 $617 which is $3,621 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tustin.

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