Cheap Homes for Rent in Granite Hills Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA from $2,100 (5 Rentals)

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Granite Hills, El Cajon, CA Local Guide

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. Cajon Senior Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Granite Hills apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vista Oaks0+1SStudio,1BA$1,425
Cajon Senior VillasOne Bedroom x One Bath1BR,1BA$1,500
La Quinta Apartment1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,525

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Granite Hills, CA

As of September 16, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Canyon Springs Townhome Apartments3/2.5 PR3BR,2.5BA$2.80
Oro Park Apartments2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome Remodeled2BR,1.5BA$2.52
Canyon Run Apartments3 Bed x 2 Bath3BR,2BA$3.23
Shady Terrace2/2 Balcony2BR,2BA$2.10
Bree ManorTwo Bed Two Bath Downstairs2BR,2BA$2.69
ALTARidge2BR,1BA$2.82
Henry Square2 bd 1 bath 806sqft2BR,1BA$3.10
Villa Capri Apartment *$500 Off*One Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$2.76
Terre at MadisonLinden1BR,1BA$2.91
Cajon Senior VillasOne Bedroom x One Bath1BR,1BA$2.86

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Granite Hills, El Cajon, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Granite Hills

What type of rentals are currently available in Granite Hills?

There are currently 172 Apartments for Rent in Granite Hills, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,395 to $30,000. There are also 24 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Granite Hills ranging from $2,100 to $4,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Granite Hills?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Granite Hills ranges from $2,100 to $4,600 with an average monthly rent of $3,314.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Granite Hills?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Granite Hills range from $2,495 to $5,142, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,395 to $3,795. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,650.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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