
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tustin Ranch Neighborhood of Tustin, CA from $1,300 (29 Rentals)
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Tustin Ranch, Tustin, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tustin Ranch?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tustin Ranch Studio Apartments | $2,606 | $2,196 | $3,430 |
| Tustin Ranch 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,240 | $2,025 | $5,065 |
| Tustin Ranch 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,975 | $2,655 | $5,835 |
| Tustin Ranch 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,564 | $3,665 | $8,435 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Tustin Ranch Neighborhood of Tustin, CA.
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Cheapest Available Tustin Ranch Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Tustin Ranch area of Tustin, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at TUSTIN LANAI APARTMENTS priced from $1,999. Casa Cortez Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,025. Here are the most affordable Tustin Ranch apartments for rent in Tustin, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| TUSTIN LANAI APARTMENTS | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| Casa Cortez Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| Pacific Pointe | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| 111 Tustin Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Axiom Tustin | 0 Bed, 1 Bath (503 Sq. Ft.) | Studio,1BA | $2,196 |
| Sierra Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | Studio,1BA | $2,215 |
| Meridian at The Market Place | Plan 1 | Studio,1BA | $2,420 |
| Las Palmas Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Rancho Maderas Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Somerset Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tustin Ranch, CA
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tustin Ranch area is the $2.99 price per square foot Tara Model at Coventry Court Luxury Senior in the in the Lower Pete's Canyon neighborhood starting from $4,333. The second greatest value Tustin Ranch apartment is the 2bd2ba Model at 14101 Browning starting at $3,000 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Lemon Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tustin Ranch apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coventry Court Luxury Senior | Tara | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| 14101 Browning | 2bd2ba | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Waterstone Garden | 2x2 Rancho | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| Solana Apartment Homes | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $3.13 |
| Rancho Santa Fe Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.29 |
| Palm Gardens 2017, LLC | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| Casa Cortez Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| TUSTIN LANAI APARTMENTS | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 111 Tustin Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Pacific Pointe | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - Tiled Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
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Best Local Schools in Tustin Ranch, Tustin, CA
Hillview High (Continuation) School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tustin Ranch Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Tustin Ranch?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Tustin Ranch is under $2,525.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tustin Ranch?
The cheapest apartment in Tustin Ranch is TUSTIN LANAI APARTMENTS which is listed at $1,999, while the average apartment in Tustin Ranch costs $4,340.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tustin Ranch?
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 83 regular apartments in Tustin Ranch 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 Tustin Ranch?
Cheap apartments in Tustin Ranch have an average cost of $791 which is $3,549 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tustin Ranch.
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