
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Granite Hills Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA from $1,200 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Granite Hills area of El Cajon.


Cajon Senior Villas

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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 | $1,390 | $1,200 | $1,545 |
| Granite Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,841 | $1,500 | $2,125 |
| Granite Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,300 | $1,900 | $2,595 |
| Granite Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,396 | $2,495 | $5,978 |
| Granite Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,125 | $3,995 | $6,256 |
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There are currently 17 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Pines | *MOVE IN SPECIAL-$200 OFF 1st MONTH’S RENT! Spa... | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
| Jamacha Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Granite Hills, CA
As of December 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Granite Hills area is the $2.73 price per square foot 3/2.5 R Model at Canyon Springs Townhome Apartments in the in the Winter Gardens neighborhood starting from $3,364. The second greatest value Granite Hills apartment is the 3/2 B (2 BD/1 BA Upstairs, 1 BD/1 BA Downstairs... Model at Shannonwoods Townhomes starting at $2,995 with a $2.66 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon Springs Townhome Apartments | 3/2.5 R | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.73 |
| Shannonwoods Townhomes | 3/2 B (2 BD/1 BA Upstairs, 1 BD/1 BA Downstairs... | 3BR,2BA | $2.66 |
| 253 Orlando St | 2 Bedroom and 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.38 |
| Beautiful Place to Call Home | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome Remodeled | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.52 |
| Henry Square - Where Modern Comfort Meets Neighborhood Charm | 2 bd 1.5 ba Townhomes | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.56 |
| Villa Capri Apartment *$500 Off* | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Casa Tierra Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Anniversary Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| ALTA | Summit | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Jamacha Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
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Best Local Schools in Granite Hills, El Cajon, CA
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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 $2,150 at ALTA.
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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