Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Tustin Neighborhood of Tustin, CA from $1,300 (39 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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Saddleback Lodge
Studio Apartments

Saddleback Lodge

1649-1655 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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549 N Tustin Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

549 N Tustin Ave

549 N Tustin AveSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Elk Lane Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elk Lane Apartments

400 S Elk LnSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Warwick Square
1 Bedroom Apartments

Warwick Square

780 S Lyon StSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Village Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Village Apartments

553-585 N Tustin AveSanta Ana, CA 92705
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The Village Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Village Apartments

521 N Tustin AveSanta Ana, CA 92705
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The Ponderosa
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Ponderosa

2232-2240 E Lenita LnSanta Ana, CA 92705
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East Tustin, Tustin, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Tustin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Tustin area of Tustin, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Metro East Senior Park 62+ priced from $1,557. Las Casas Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable East Tustin apartments for rent in Tustin, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Metro East Senior Park 62+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,557
Las Casas ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
112 Pacific Pointe ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,900
Arroyo Casa1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,950
Village MeadowsPlan A1BR,1BA$2,000
HorizonStudioStudio,1BA$2,014
Castilian and Cordova Apartment HomesCastilian A1BR,1BA$2,035
Alders Apartment Company1 Bed W/ Carport-Upstairs1BR,1BA$2,050
105 Monterey Pines Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Tustin, CA

As of June 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Tustin area is the $2.93 price per square foot 3 Bed / 2.0 Bath Model at Nineteen01 in the in the City Center neighborhood starting from $4,424. The second greatest value East Tustin apartment is the Call for Specials! Fully Renovated 2 Bedroom w/... Model at Country Squire Apartments starting at $2,895 with a $2.74 price per square foot in the Lemon Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Tustin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Nineteen013 Bed / 2.0 Bath3BR,2BA$2.93
Country Squire ApartmentsCall for Specials! Fully Renovated 2 Bedroom w/...2BR,2BA$2.74
Emerald Terrace Apartments2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.79
133 Santa Clara Apartments2 Bedroom / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.64
Arroyo Casa1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.17
143 Pacific Pointe South Apartments1 Bedroom / 1Bath1BR,1BA$2.77
Briarwood ApartmentsPlan B1BR,1BA$2.87
Las Fuentes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.88
Park Magnolia Apartment Homes1/1 UB1BR,1BA$2.85
105 Monterey Pines Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.86

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East Tustin, Tustin, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across California, including Tustin. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Tustin Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Tustin?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Tustin is at Metro East Senior Park 62+ listed at $1,587.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Tustin Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Tustin Apartment is $1,557 at Metro East Senior Park 62+.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Tustin Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Tustin is starting from $2,009 at Metro East Senior Park 62+.

What is the most affordable East Tustin Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Tustin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rancho Alisal Apartment Homes and starts from $3,695.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.