3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santee, CA (110 Rentals)

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Prospect View
3 Bedroom Apartments

Prospect View

8745 Redwood DrSantee, CA 92071
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La Roca Plaza
3 Bedroom Apartments

La Roca Plaza

10032 N Magnolia AveSantee, CA 92071
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Laurel Heights
3 Bedroom Apartments

Laurel Heights

7504 Laurel CtSantee, CA 92071
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Prospect Park
3 Bedroom Apartments

Prospect Park

8542 Prospect AveSantee, CA 92071

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Parkway Club
3 Bedroom Apartments

Parkway Club

316 Hart DrEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Wisconsin Terrace
3 Bedroom Apartments

Wisconsin Terrace

299 Wisconsin AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Key Largo Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

Key Largo Apartments

380 N Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Greenfield Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

Greenfield Apartments

569 Greenfield DrEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Santee, CA Local Guide

Largest Available Santee 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Santee, CA is found at Greystone Ridge Townhomes in the Prospect Glen neighborhood and is 1,220 square feet priced from $2,700. Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC* has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,200 square feet and currently listed start at $2,995. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Santee:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Greystone Ridge Townhomes3 BEDROOMS1,220 Sq Ft$2,700
Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC*Renovated 3 Bed 2 Bath1,200 Sq Ft$2,995
Parc One183j 3x21,174 Sq FtCall for Rates
Terre at E BradleyIndigo1,124 Sq Ft$3,019
Shady Terrace3/21,115 Sq Ft$2,695
Arbors Apartments1,090 Sq Ft$3,005
Town Center Apartments3 BR (Light Cabinets)1,082 Sq Ft$2,795
Garden Park3x2R1,050 Sq Ft$2,999
Parkwood Gardens3/2 Upstairs1,014 Sq Ft$2,745

Cheapest Available Santee 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 21, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Santee, CA is the Three Bedroom Model starting from $2,695 at Ranchouse Apartments *$500 Off* in the Granite Hills neighborhood. The second most affordable Santee 3 Bedroom is the 3/2 Model at Shady Terrace starting at $2,695 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Santee is currently $3,036. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Santee:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Ranchouse Apartments *$500 Off*Three Bedroom$2,695
Shady Terrace3/2$2,695
Greystone Ridge Townhomes3 BEDROOMS$2,700
Parkwood Gardens3/2 Upstairs$2,745
Town Center Apartments3 BR (Light Cabinets)$2,795
Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC*Renovated 3 Bed 2 Bath$2,995
Garden Park3x2R$2,999
Parc One183c 3x2$3,881

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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 3 Bedroom Santee Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Santee with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Santee is at Ranchouse Apartments *$500 Off* listed at $2,695.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Santee Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Santee is $3,036.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Santee Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santee is a 1,220 square feet unit starting from $2,700 at Greystone Ridge Townhomes.

What is the average size for Santee 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Santee is currently 1,471 sq ft.

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