
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Granite Hills Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA from $1,200 (11 Rentals)
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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 |
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Granite Hills Studio Apartments | $1,476 | $1,395 | $1,545 |
Granite Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,830 | $1,500 | $2,015 |
Granite Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,368 | $2,045 | $2,695 |
Granite Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,212 | $2,495 | $5,259 |
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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 Cajon Senior Villas priced from $1,500. La Quinta Apartment has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,525. Here are the most affordable Granite Hills apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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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 |
Vista Oaks | RENOVATED BRIGHT & SUNNY STUDIO, POOL, ONSITE L... | Studio,1BA | $1,540 |
Ranchouse Apartments *$500 Off* | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Granite Hills, CA
As of September 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Granite Hills area is the $2.80 price per square foot 3/2.5 PR Model at Canyon Springs Townhome Apartments in the in the Winter Gardens neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Granite Hills apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome Remodeled Model at Oro Park Apartments starting at $2,575 with a $2.52 price per square foot in the Granite Hills 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. |
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Canyon Springs Townhome Apartments | 3/2.5 PR | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.80 |
Oro Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome Remodeled | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.52 |
Shady Terrace | 2/2 Balcony | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
Bree Manor | Two Bed Two Bath Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $2.69 |
ALTA | Ridge | 2BR,1BA | $2.89 |
Henry Square | 2 bd 1 bath 806sqft | 2BR,1BA | $3.10 |
Anniversary Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
Villa Capri Apartment *$500 Off* | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
Terre at Madison | Linden | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
Cajon Senior Villas | One Bedroom x One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGranite Hills, El Cajon, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Granite Hills, El Cajon, CA
Madison Avenue Elementary
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Granite Hills Neighborhood in El Cajon, CA
Walk Score®
26 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
14 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
4 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Granite Hills Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Granite Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Granite Hills Apartment is $1,500 at Cajon Senior Villas.
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 $2,045 at Shady Terrace.
What is the most affordable Granite Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Granite Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ranchouse Apartments *$500 Off* and starts from $2,695.
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