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Shadowhill Apartments
11017 Woodside AveSantee, CA 92071
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Santee, CA from $700 (22 Rentals)
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Laurel Park
10122 Buena Vista AveSantee, CA 92071
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Forester Square
9560 Via ZapadorSantee, CA 92071
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$1,390Studio Apartments Available Feb 5
Vista Pines
1549 E Main StEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Vista Oaks
1556 E Main StEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Vista De Luna
588 N Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Cajon Senior Villas
1219 Persimmon AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Anza Terrace - Seniors Only 50+
1012 N Anza StEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Colonial Gardens Apartments
1096 N Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Persimmon Villas Senior Apartments
1141 Persimmon AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Tierra Del Norte
984 Peach AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Greenfield Apartments
569 Greenfield DrEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Melody Lane Apartments
1360 Melody LnEl Cajon, CA 92019
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Cypress Park
348 W Cypress AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Key Largo Apartments
380 N Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Rockford Gardens
181 Ballantyne StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Magnolia Terrace Apartment Homes
9760 Marilla DrLakeside, CA 92040
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Parkway Club
316 Hart DrEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Fletcher Hills Apartments
2265 Needham RdEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Roanoke
174 Roanoke RdEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Park Terrace Apartments
220-228 W Park AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Easter Manor Apartments
1113 Greenfield DrEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Santee, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Santee Studio Apartments | $1,783 | $1,390 | $2,413 |
| Cheap Santee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,021 | $1,500 | $3,298 |
| Cheap Santee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,439 | $1,890 | $3,555 |
| Cheap Santee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,941 | $2,400 | $3,495 |
| Cheap Santee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,995 | $3,995 | $3,995 |
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Cheapest Available Santee Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Santee, CA is a Studio unit found at Vista Oaks in the Granite Hills neighborhood priced from $1,425. Vista De Luna has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,470. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santee apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Vista Oaks | RENOVATED SUNNY STUDIO! ONSITE LAUNDRY, POOL & ... | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| Vista De Luna | Upstairs Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,470 |
| Cajon Senior Villas | One Bedroom x One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Anza Terrace - Seniors Only 50+ | One Bedroom - Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Orlando Woods Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santee, CA
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santee area is the $2.05 price per square foot Sunset Model at Terre at Bradley in the in the Winter Gardens neighborhood starting from $2,254. The second greatest value Santee apartment is the 2 Bedroom and 2.5 Bath Model at 253 Orlando St starting at $2,500 with a $2.38 price per square foot in the Granite Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santee apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Terre at Bradley | Sunset | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 253 Orlando St | 2 Bedroom and 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.38 |
| Woodside Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| 1374 N Cuyamaca St | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Parkwood Gardens | 2/2 Upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $2.29 |
| Windmill Senior Villas | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Terre at 1019 Peach | Hacienda | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| Casa Tierra Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Crestwood Apartments | Downstairs 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Terre at Mollison | Palm | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santee Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Santee?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Santee is at Vista Oaks listed at $1,425.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Santee Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Santee Apartment is $1,500 at Cajon Senior Villas.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Santee Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Santee is starting from $1,750 at Twin Palms Apartments.
What is the most affordable Santee Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Santee Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodside Apartments and starts from $2,400.
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