Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Tustin Neighborhood of Tustin, CA from $1,300 (40 Rentals)

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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
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Nogal Feliz
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Nogal Feliz

17272 Walnut AveTustin, CA 92780
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Villa Viento
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Viento

345 W 1st StTustin, CA 92780
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549 N Tustin Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

549 N Tustin Ave

549 N Tustin AveSanta Ana, CA 92705

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Saddleback Lodge
Studio Apartments

Saddleback Lodge

1649-1655 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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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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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 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Village Apartments

521 N Tustin AveSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Warwick Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Warwick Square

780 S Lyon StSanta 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 Harmony Creek priced from $1,500. Metro East Senior Park 62+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,587. Here are the most affordable East Tustin apartments for rent in Tustin, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Harmony Creek1x1-5501BR,1BA$1,500
Metro East Senior Park 62+StudioStudio,1BA$1,587
Warwick SquareA1BR,1BA$1,904
TUSTIN LANAI APARTMENTS1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,960
Casa Cortez Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,025
Las Casas ApartmentsBedroom1BR,1BA$2,030
Castilian and Cordova Apartment HomesCastilian A1BR,1BA$2,050
Alders Apartment Company1 Bed W/ Carport-Upstairs1BR,1BA$2,050
Village MeadowsPlan A1BR,1BA$2,050
Arbor RanchOne Bedroom Apartment Home1BR,1BA$2,082

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Tustin, CA

As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Tustin area is the $2.43 price per square foot 16584 Lorelei Ln Model at 16584 Lorelei Ln, Unit 16584 Lorelei. Main House in the in the City Center neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value East Tustin apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at 1600-1610 Mabury Street starting at $3,595 with a $2.43 price per square foot in the City Center 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.
16584 Lorelei Ln, Unit 16584 Lorelei. Main House16584 Lorelei Ln2BR,2.5BA$2.43
1600-1610 Mabury Street3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$2.43
2318 Franzen Ave2318 Franzen Ave3BR,2BA$2.65
Arroyo Casa2BD/2BA2BR,2BA$2.14
Kenyon PointeFloor Plan Patio2BR,2BA$2.61
Nineteen011 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.47
14101 Browning1bd1ba1BR,1BA$2.66
Waterstone Garden1+11BR,1BA$2.51
TUSTIN LANAI APARTMENTS1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.61
Casa Cortez Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.70

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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 a cheap apartment in East Tustin?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Tustin is under $2,082.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Tustin?

The cheapest apartment in East Tustin is Harmony Creek which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in East Tustin costs $4,032.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Tustin?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in East Tustin that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Tustin?

Cheap apartments in East Tustin have an average cost of $132 which is $3,900 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Tustin.

Expert Rental Resources

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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.