
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Granite Hills Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA from $1,200 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Granite Hills area of El Cajon.


Persimmon Terrace Senior Apartments

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Vista Oaks

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Granite Hills, El Cajon, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Granite Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granite Hills Studio Apartments | $1,433 | $1,200 | $1,625 |
| Granite Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,818 | $1,350 | $2,125 |
| Granite Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,360 | $1,900 | $2,631 |
| Granite Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,548 | $2,495 | $8,692 |
| Granite Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,636 | $3,800 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Granite Hills Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA.
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Cheapest Available Granite Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Granite Hills area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Persimmon Terrace Senior Apartments priced from $1,350. Vista Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,425. Here are the most affordable Granite Hills apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Persimmon Terrace Senior Apartments | upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Vista Oaks | 0+1S | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| Cajon Senior Villas | One Bedroom x One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| La Quinta Apartment | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Royal Oakdale Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Granite Hills, CA
As of February 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Granite Hills area is the $2.38 price per square foot 2 Bedroom and 2.5 Bath Model at 253 Orlando St in the in the Granite Hills neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Granite Hills apartment is the 2/1.5 TH Model at Orchard Villa Townhomes starting at $2,495 with a $2.52 price per square foot in the Winter Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Granite Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 253 Orlando St | 2 Bedroom and 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.38 |
| Orchard Villa Townhomes | 2/1.5 TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.52 |
| Bree Manor | Two Bed One Bath Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Henry Square - Where Modern Comfort Meets Neighborhood Charm | 2 bd 1 bath 806sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Anniversary Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| ALTA | Summit | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Villa Capri Apartment *$500 Off* | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Jamacha Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Cajon Senior Villas | One Bedroom x One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Persimmon Terrace Senior Apartments | upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Granite Hills Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Granite Hills?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Granite Hills is at Vista Oaks listed at $1,425.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Granite Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Granite Hills Apartment is $1,350 at Persimmon Terrace Senior Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Granite Hills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Granite Hills is starting from $2,095 at Ranchouse Apartments *$500 Off*.
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