
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cowan Heights Neighborhood of Tustin, CA from $1,300 (42 Rentals)
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Cowan Heights, Tustin, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cowan Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cowan Heights Studio Apartments | $2,885 | $1,945 | $3,925 |
Cowan Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,268 | $2,025 | $4,965 |
Cowan Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,193 | $2,400 | $5,965 |
Cowan Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,827 | $3,855 | $5,990 |
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Cheapest Available Cowan Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cowan Heights area of Tustin, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Casa Cortez Apartments priced from $2,025. Seranado Fountain Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable Cowan Heights apartments for rent in Tustin, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Casa Cortez Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
Seranado Fountain Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Sierra Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | Studio,1BA | $2,495 |
Palm Gardens 2017, LLC | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
Rancho Monterey Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
Orchard Hills Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,940 |
Americana Apartments | 2Bed & 2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3,150 |
Rancho Santa Fe Apartment Homes | Plan 4 | 2BR,2BA | $3,415 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cowan Heights, CA
As of October 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cowan Heights area is the $2.86 price per square foot 2Bed & 2Bath Model at Americana Apartments in the in the Orange Park Acres neighborhood starting from $3,150. The second greatest value Cowan Heights apartment is the Plan 2 Model at Rancho Santa Fe Apartment Homes starting at $3,540 with a $3.39 price per square foot in the Lower Pete's Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cowan Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Americana Apartments | 2Bed & 2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.86 |
Rancho Santa Fe Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.39 |
Orchard Hills Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
Casa Cortez Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
Palm Gardens 2017, LLC | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
Seranado Fountain Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
Rancho Monterey Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.76 |
Sierra Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | Studio ,1BA | $4.84 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cowan Heights Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cowan Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cowan Heights Apartment is $2,025 at Casa Cortez Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cowan Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cowan Heights is starting from $2,795 at Palm Gardens 2017, LLC.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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