
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cowan Heights Neighborhood of Tustin, CA from $1,395 (43 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Cowan Heights area of Tustin.


Rancho Santa Fe Apartment Homes

Pacific Pointe

Palm Gardens 2017, LLC

Sierra Vista Apartment Homes

Casa Cortez Apartments

111 Tustin Plaza Apartments

13638 Estero Cir
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Diplomat Apartments

Tustin Cottages

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Longview Apartment Homes

The Village @ Old Town

Pointe Newport Apartments
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Americana Apartments

Seranado Fountain Apartments

Orchard Hills Apartment Homes

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830 N Adele St, Unit # D

Montevista

167 S Malena St

130 S Hewes St
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747 N Adele St

750 N Kathleen Ln

151-155 S Hamlin St

820 N Kathleen Ln

727 N Adele St

877 N Adele St

867 N Adele St

The Knolls
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Orange Park Heights Senior Living (55 & Over)

215 S Esplanade St

Lido Apartments - 240-244 S Esplanade

Orange Creek Apartments

Countryside Townhomes Apartments

Stonegate Senior Apartments

Villa Esplanade

Esplanade Apartments
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Mallard Street Apartments

Encore at Prospect

11762 Rancho Santiago Blvd
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cowan Heights Studio Apartments | $2,906 | $2,465 | $3,445 |
| Cowan Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,191 | $2,100 | $4,360 |
| Cowan Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,132 | $2,550 | $5,690 |
| Cowan Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,058 | $4,060 | $6,230 |
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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 $2,145. Seranado Fountain Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here are the most affordable Cowan Heights apartments for rent in Tustin, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Cortez Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
| Seranado Fountain Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Sierra Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | Studio,1BA | $2,465 |
| Palm Gardens 2017, LLC | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Rancho Monterey Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| Orchard Hills Apartment Homes | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $2,895 |
| Rancho Santa Fe Apartment Homes | Plan 4 | 2BR,2BA | $3,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cowan Heights, CA
As of September 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cowan Heights area is the $3.42 price per square foot Plan 10 Model at Rancho Santa Fe Apartment Homes in the in the Lower Pete's Canyon neighborhood starting from $4,395. The second greatest value Cowan Heights apartment is the Plan A Model at Orchard Hills Apartment Homes starting at $2,895 with a $3.65 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho Santa Fe Apartment Homes | Plan 10 | 3BR,2BA | $3.42 |
| Orchard Hills Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| Casa Cortez Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Palm Gardens 2017, LLC | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Seranado Fountain Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Rancho Monterey Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.98 |
| Sierra Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.03 |
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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 $2,145 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.
What is the most affordable Cowan Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cowan Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rancho Santa Fe Apartment Homes and starts from $4,060.
Expert Rental Resources
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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
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