
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lemon Heights Neighborhood of Tustin, CA from $1,300 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Lemon Heights area of Tustin.


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Lemon Heights, Tustin, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lemon Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lemon Heights Studio Apartments | $2,588 | $1,890 | $3,585 |
| Lemon Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,184 | $2,025 | $5,020 |
| Lemon Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,953 | $2,295 | $5,825 |
| Lemon Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,107 | $3,495 | $7,430 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Lemon Heights Neighborhood of Tustin, CA.
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Cheapest Available Lemon Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lemon Heights area of Tustin, CA is a Studio unit found at Las Casas Apartments priced from $1,895. TUSTIN LANAI APARTMENTS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,980. Here are the most affordable Lemon Heights apartments for rent in Tustin, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Casas Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| TUSTIN LANAI APARTMENTS | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
| Casa Cortez Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| Arbor Ranch | One Bedroom Apartment Home | 1BR,1BA | $2,082 |
| Seranado Fountain Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lemon Heights, CA
As of March 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lemon Heights area is the $2.57 price per square foot Plan E Model at Tustin Cottages in the in the Lemon Heights neighborhood starting from $4,341. The second greatest value Lemon Heights apartment is the 2x2 Flat Model at Waterstone Garden starting at $2,795 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the Lemon Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lemon Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tustin Cottages | Plan E | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.57 |
| Waterstone Garden | 2x2 Flat | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| Americana Apartments | 2Bed & 2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.86 |
| Kenyon Pointe | Floor Plan Patio | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| TUSTIN LANAI APARTMENTS | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| 147 Terra at Tustin | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - Ulta | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Casa Cortez Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| TUSTIN ARMS APARTMENTS | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| Seranado Fountain Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| 111 Tustin Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lemon Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lemon Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lemon Heights is under $2,270.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lemon Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Lemon Heights is TUSTIN LANAI APARTMENTS which is listed at $1,980, while the average apartment in Lemon Heights costs $4,255.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lemon Heights?
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 74 regular apartments in Lemon Heights 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 Lemon Heights?
Cheap apartments in Lemon Heights have an average cost of $776 which is $3,479 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lemon Heights.
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