Cheap Apartments for Rent in Tustin, CA from $800 (78 Rentals)

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Avalon Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Avalon Apartments

14382 Red Hill AveTustin, CA 92780
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Enrique Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Enrique Apartments

15660 Tustin Village WayTustin, 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 de Hacienda
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa de Hacienda

1260-1280 Walnut AveTustin, CA 92780
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Vio Tustin
1 Bedroom Apartments

Vio Tustin

15742 Williams StTustin, CA 92780
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511 E Washington Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

511 E Washington Ave

511 E Washington AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Wilshire Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Wilshire Apartments

1201-1233 E Wilshire AveSanta Ana, CA 92707
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Cypress Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Cypress Apartments

210 Cypress AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Saddleback Lodge
Studio Apartments

Saddleback Lodge

1649-1655 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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349 S Lemon St
1 Bedroom Apartments

349 S Lemon St

349 S Lemon StOrange, CA 92866

Tustin, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Tustin, CA

Pricing Updated: 03/26/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Tustin, CA area range in price from $1,400 to $7,420 with an overall median price of $4,206. The three Tustin neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are East Tustin at $1,400, Cowan Heights at $1,995, and Tustin Ranch at $1,850. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Tustin Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
East Tustin$4,065$1,4002815
Cowan Heights$4,090$1,9951279
Tustin Ranch$4,115$1,85011086
Lemon Heights$4,137$1,85011518
Red Hill$4,140$1,85011339
Panorama Heights$4,690$3,79512

Cheapest Available Tustin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Tustin, CA is a Studio unit found at Metro East Senior Park 62+ in the City Center neighborhood priced from $1,588. Harmony Creek in the Old Towne neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,689. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tustin apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Metro East Senior Park 62+StudioStudio,1BA$1,588
Harmony Creek1x1-5501BR,1BA$1,689
155 Pinewood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,850
Las Casas ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
Arroyo Casa1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,950
Park City ViewStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Castilian and Cordova Apartment HomesCastilian A1BR,1BA$1,985
Nogal FelizPlan ZStudio,1BA$1,990
Excelsior Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tustin, CA

As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Tustin area is the $2.48 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at 3400 South Main Street in the in the Valley Adams neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Tustin apartment is the Call for Specials! Fully Renovated 2 Bedroom w/... Model at Country Squire Apartments starting at $2,895 with a $2.74 price per square foot in the Lemon Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tustin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3400 South Main StreetTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.48
Country Squire ApartmentsCall for Specials! Fully Renovated 2 Bedroom w/...2BR,2BA$2.74
Kenyon PointeFloor Plan Patio2BR,2BA$2.47
796 N Shattuck Pl, Unit 796796 N Shattuck Pl2BR,1BA$2.65
Arroyo Casa1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.17
Twin Oaks Apartments1 Bed/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.69
133 Santa Clara Apartments2010 # S0161BR,1BA$2.71
Fairhaven1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.84
Excelsior Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.67
105 Monterey Pines Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.86

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Tustin Overview

Recently chosen by Forbes as one of the 'top 25 places to live well', Tustin is located in the welcoming confines of Orange County, California. Considered part of the greater Los Angeles metro region, this on-the-move west coast hot spot is always in-demand, and makes an excellent option for anyone on the hunt for a new place to call home in the great state of California.

Why live in Tustin, CA?

Consistently receiving high marks for its local school system (a top employer in the city as well) and brimming with local amenities including historical sites and plenty of public parkland, Tustin apartments are a fantastic way to connect with California. Offering a breeze of a commute to much of the souther Cali job market, including the bright lights and excitement of Los Angeles, this in-demand west coast hub is about as idyllic as it gets.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Tustin, CA

Ranked #105

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Tustin, CA

Walk Score®

67 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

63 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

40 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tustin Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Tustin?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Tustin is under $2,000.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tustin?

The cheapest apartment in Tustin is Harmony Creek which is listed at $1,689, while the average apartment in Tustin costs $4,206.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in 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 303 regular apartments in 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 Tustin?

Cheap apartments in Tustin have an average cost of $125 which is $4,081 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tustin.

Expert Rental Resources

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