
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cowan Heights Neighborhood of Tustin, CA from $1,300 (24 Rentals)
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Pacific Pointe

111 Tustin Plaza Apartments

Sierra Vista Apartment Homes

Palm Gardens 2017, LLC

Rancho Monterey Apartment Homes

Longview Apartment Homes

Stonegate Apartments
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The Village @ Old Town

2960 Champion Way

1192 Mitchell Ave

3207 E Juniper Ave

Seranado Fountain Apartments

19211 Dodge Ave
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The Knolls

Orange Park Heights Senior Living (55 & Over)

Orange Creek Apartments

215 S Esplanade St

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220 S Grisly Canyon Dr
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cowan Heights Studio Apartments | $2,397 | $2,295 | $2,480 |
| Cowan Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,768 | $2,100 | $3,165 |
| Cowan Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,452 | $2,550 | $4,275 |
| Cowan Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,328 | $3,595 | $4,590 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Cowan Heights Neighborhood of Tustin, CA.
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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 Seranado Fountain Apartments priced from $2,100. Pacific Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,125. Here are the most affordable Cowan Heights apartments for rent in Tustin, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seranado Fountain Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Pacific Pointe | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - Tiled Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
| Sierra Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | Studio,1BA | $2,355 |
| Palm Gardens 2017, LLC | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,525 |
| Casa Cortez Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cowan Heights, CA
As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cowan Heights area is the $3.01 price per square foot Plan B Model at Tustin Cottages in the in the Lemon Heights neighborhood starting from $4,768. The second greatest value Cowan Heights apartment is the 2Bed & 2Bath Model at Americana Apartments starting at $3,150 with a $2.86 price per square foot in the Orange Park Acres 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tustin Cottages | Plan B | 4BR,3BA | $3.01 |
| Americana Apartments | 2Bed & 2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.86 |
| Rancho Santa Fe Apartment Homes | Plan 3 | 2BR,2BA | $3.29 |
| Casa Cortez Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Orange Creek Apartments | Plan B Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| Orchard Hills Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
| Palm Gardens 2017, LLC | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Seranado Fountain Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Rancho Monterey Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.78 |
| Pacific Pointe | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - Tiled Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
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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 $2,100 at Seranado Fountain 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 $2,550 at Casa Cortez Apartments.
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