Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Tustin Neighborhood of Tustin, CA from $900 (95 Rentals)

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Axiom Tustin
$2,031 - $3,081
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Axiom Tustin

13843 Tustin East DrTustin, CA 92780
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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El Paseo
$2,301 - $3,151
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El Paseo

14901 Newport AveTustin, CA 92780
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Country Squire Apartments
$2,995 - $3,195
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$2,995 - $3,195
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Country Squire Apartments

17200 McFadden 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

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Nogal Feliz
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Nogal Feliz

17272 Walnut AveTustin, 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
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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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 Chestnut Place Senior Apartments priced from $1,499. Metro East Senior Park 62+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,709. Here are the most affordable East Tustin apartments for rent in Tustin, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chestnut Place Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,499
Metro East Senior Park 62+StudioStudio,1BA$1,709
Warwick SquareA1BR,1BA$1,904
HorizonStudioStudio,1BA$2,004
The Ponderosa1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,045
Village MeadowsPlan A1BR,1BA$2,050
Alders Apartment Company1 Bed W/ Shared Garage-Upstairs1BR,1BA$2,100
Pacific Pointe1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - Tiled Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,125
Casa Cortez Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,145
105 Monterey Pines Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Tustin, CA

As of August 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Tustin area is the $2.42 price per square foot 3+2 Model at Waterstone Gardens in the in the Lemon Heights neighborhood starting from $3,392. The second greatest value East Tustin apartment is the 2BD/2BA Model at Arroyo Casa starting at $2,350 with a $2.14 price per square foot in the Orange Park Acres 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.
Waterstone Gardens3+23BR,2BA$2.42
Arroyo Casa2BD/2BA2BR,2BA$2.14
Tustin Village Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.68
Kenyon PointeFloor Plan Up2BR,2BA$2.44
Emerald Terrace Apartments2 Bed / 2 Bath / 2 Story2BR,2BA$2.73
172 Preble Dr, Unit #172172 Preble Dr2BR,1BA$2.84
14101 Browning1bd1ba1BR,1BA$2.72
133 Santa Clara Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.82
Casa Cortez Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.86
The Ponderosa1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.92

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 $1,709.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Tustin Apartment is $1,499 at Chestnut Place Senior Apartments.

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 $2,168 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 Waterstone Gardens and starts from $3,392.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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