
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Tustin Neighborhood of Tustin, CA from $1,300 (38 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Tustin area of Tustin.


112 Pacific Pointe Apartments

Alders Apartment Company

111 Tustin Plaza Apartments
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Harmony Creek

Creekview Senior Community

Metro East Senior Park 62+
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Village Meadows

First Point Apartments Building 1 & 2
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East Tustin, Tustin, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Tustin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Tustin Studio Apartments | $2,159 | $1,587 | $2,623 |
| East Tustin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,532 | $1,458 | $5,370 |
| East Tustin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,503 | $1,800 | $6,780 |
| East Tustin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,714 | $3,200 | $6,165 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Tustin Neighborhood of Tustin, CA.
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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. Warwick Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,904. Here are the most affordable East Tustin apartments for rent in Tustin, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro East Senior Park 62+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,557 |
| Warwick Square | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,904 |
| Nogal Feliz | Plan Z | Studio,1BA | $1,910 |
| Arroyo Casa | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Casa Cortez Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| Las Casas Apartments | Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,030 |
| Alders Apartment Company | 1 Bed W/ Carport-Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Village Meadows | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Las Fuentes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Tustin, CA
As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Tustin area is the $2.53 price per square foot Plan D Model at Tustin Cottages in the in the Lemon Heights neighborhood starting from $4,435. The second greatest value East Tustin apartment is the 3 Bed / 2.0 Bath Model at Nineteen01 starting at $4,145 with a $2.75 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tustin Cottages | Plan D | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.53 |
| Nineteen01 | 3 Bed / 2.0 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Country Squire Apartments | Call for Specials! Fully Renovated 2 Bedroom w/... | 2BR,2BA | $2.74 |
| LAKE DIANNE | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.77 |
| 1716 Nisson Rd, Unit 16-C | 1716 Nisson Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| TUSTIN ARMS APARTMENTS | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| 105 Monterey Pines Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| Arroyo Casa | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Casa Cortez Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Las Casas Apartments | Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.
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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 $2,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Tustin?
The cheapest apartment in East Tustin is Metro East Senior Park 62+ which is listed at $1,557, while the average apartment in East Tustin costs $4,691.
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 6 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 $122 which is $4,569 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Tustin.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

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Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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