1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santee, CA (221 Rentals)

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Forester Square
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Forester Square

9560 Via ZapadorSantee, CA 92071
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Laurel Park
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Laurel Park

10122 Buena Vista AveSantee, CA 92071
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8529 Graham Ter
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8529 Graham Ter

8529 Graham TerSantee, CA 92071

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Cedar Creek
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Cedar Creek

8616 Fanita DrSantee, CA 92071
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La Roca Plaza
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La Roca Plaza

10032 N Magnolia AveSantee, CA 92071
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8663 Fanita Dr
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8663 Fanita Dr

8663 Fanita DrSantee, CA 92071
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Ridgewood Square
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Ridgewood Square

10762 N Magnolia AVESantee, CA 92071

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Santee, CA Local Guide

Largest Available Santee 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santee, CA is found at Vela Apartments in the Prospect Glen neighborhood and is 960 square feet priced from $3,065. Legacy Condominium Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 846 square feet and currently listed start at $2,100. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Santee:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Vela Apartments1 Bedroom 2 Bathroom w/ Den960 Sq Ft$3,065
Legacy Condominium Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath846 Sq Ft$2,100
Canyon View ApartmentsA5834 Sq Ft$2,100
Navajo Bluffs1B1800 Sq Ft$2,250
Winter Gardens Manor9250 Winter Gardens Blvd #15780 Sq Ft$1,695
River Trail Apartments1/1 Jr780 Sq Ft$1,950
Ivanhoe Village Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath750 Sq Ft$2,043
Sunset Gardens1 BEDROOM 740 SQUARE FEET740 Sq Ft$2,105
Artesia Condominiums1 Bed, 1 bath735 Sq Ft$1,950
Colonnade at Fletcher HillsA1718 Sq Ft$2,121

Cheapest Available Santee 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 20, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santee, CA is the One Bedroom x One Bath Model starting from $1,500 at Cajon Senior Villas in the Granite Hills neighborhood. The second most affordable Santee 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom - Downstairs Model at Anza Terrace - Seniors Only 50+ starting at $1,500 in the Bostonia neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Santee is currently $2,063. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Santee:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Cajon Senior VillasOne Bedroom x One Bath$1,500
Anza Terrace - Seniors Only 50+One Bedroom - Downstairs$1,500
Royal Oakdale ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,525
Winter Gardens Manor9250 Winter Gardens Blvd #15$1,695
Crestwood ApartmentsUpstairs 1/1$1,695
El Capitan ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath$1,695
Palm Estates Apartments1 bed 1 bath$1,695
Terre at CopleyBreeze$1,696
Ranchouse Apartments *$500 Off*One Bedroom$1,725
Trade Winds Apartments1 BR / 1 BA$1,750

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Santee, CA

Ranked #118

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Getting Around Santee, CA

Walk Score®

55 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Santee Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Santee with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Santee is at Cajon Senior Villas listed at $1,500.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Santee Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Santee is $2,063.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Santee Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santee is a 960 square feet unit starting from $3,065 at Vela Apartments.

What is the average size for Santee 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Santee is currently 542 sq ft.

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