Cheap Homes for Rent in Granite Hills Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA from $2,300 (4 Rentals)

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Granite Hills, El Cajon, CA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Shannon Wood TownhomesPlan A3BR,2BA$2.50
Oro Park Apartments3 Bedroom, 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.56
Terraza Hills2/1 up2BR,1BA$2.55
ALTARidge2BR,1BA$2.86
Terre at 989 PeachCasita2BR,1BA$2.83
Casa Tierra ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.38
Oakdale Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.77
Anniversary ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.61
Terre at LexiBirch1BR,1BA$2.45
Villa Capri Apartment *$500 Off*One Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$2.76

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Frequently Asked Questions about Granite Hills

What type of rentals are currently available in Granite Hills?

There are currently 173 Apartments for Rent in Granite Hills, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,425 to $3,450. There are also 11 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Granite Hills ranging from $2,700 to $4,300.

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 $2,700 to $4,300 with an average monthly rent of $3,491.

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