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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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The Addison
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The Addison

10267 Mast BlvdSantee, 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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Santee, CA Local Guide

Largest Available Santee 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santee, CA is found at Legacy Condominium Apartments and is 846 square feet priced from $2,000. Navajo Bluffs in the Prospect Glen neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 800 square feet and currently listed start at $2,286. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Santee:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Legacy Condominium Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath846 Sq Ft$2,000
Navajo Bluffs1B1800 Sq Ft$2,286
Volterra Apartments1 x 1 Cortona D - Renovated783 Sq Ft$2,395
Winter Gardens Manor9250 Winter Gardens Blvd #15780 Sq Ft$1,695
Ivanhoe Village Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath750 Sq Ft$2,043
Sunset Gardens1 BEDROOM 740 SQUARE FEET740 Sq Ft$2,053
Artesia Condominiums1 Bed, 1 bath735 Sq Ft$1,950
Summit Park Village1 Bed 1 Bath721 Sq Ft$2,037
Santee VillasLa Paloma700 Sq Ft$2,356
Parc One183a 1x1700 Sq Ft$2,439

Cheapest Available Santee 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 29, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santee, CA is the One Bedroom - Downstairs Model starting from $1,500 at Anza Terrace - Seniors Only 55+ in the Bostonia neighborhood. The second most affordable Santee 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Royal Oakdale Apartments starting at $1,525 in the Granite Hills neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Santee is currently $2,153. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Santee:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Anza Terrace - Seniors Only 55+One Bedroom - Downstairs$1,500
Royal Oakdale ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,525
The Village at Lakeside (55+ Community)1 Bed, 1 bath$1,565
Terre at 1037Sol$1,656
Crestwood ApartmentsUpstairs 1/1$1,695
Westwood Apartments1/1 A (Lobby)$1,695
Pepper Creek1 Bedroom - 520sqft$1,695
El Capitan ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath$1,695
Winter Gardens Manor9250 Winter Gardens Blvd #15$1,695
Terre at 1050 PeachVida$1,700

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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

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  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 Anza Terrace - Seniors Only 55+ 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 $2,153.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santee is a 846 square feet unit starting from $2,000 at Legacy Condominium 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 487 sq ft.

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