Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Granite Hills Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA from $1,200 (8 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 | $1,515 | $1,425 | $1,695 |
Granite Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,868 | $1,525 | $2,153 |
Granite Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,365 | $1,995 | $3,241 |
Granite Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,996 | $2,495 | $3,450 |
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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 Studio unit found at Vista Oaks priced from $1,425. Royal Oakdale Apartments 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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Vista Oaks | 0+1S | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
Royal Oakdale Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
La Quinta Apartment | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Granite Hills, CA
As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Granite Hills area is the $2.50 price per square foot Plan A Model at Shannon Wood Townhomes in the in the Winter Gardens neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Granite Hills apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at Oro Park Apartments starting at $2,795 with a $2.56 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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Shannon Wood Townhomes | Plan A | 3BR,2BA | $2.50 |
Oro Park Apartments | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.56 |
Terraza Hills | 2/1 up | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
ALTA | Ridge | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
Terre at 989 Peach | Casita | 2BR,1BA | $2.83 |
Casa Tierra Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
Oakdale Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
Anniversary Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
Terre at Lexi | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
Villa Capri Apartment *$500 Off* | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
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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
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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?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,525 at Royal Oakdale 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 $1,995 at Oakdale Apartments.
What is the most affordable Granite Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Granite Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Shannon Wood Townhomes and starts from $2,795.
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