Cheap Apartments for Rent in Santee, CA from $700 (21 Rentals)

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Laurel Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Laurel Park

10122 Buena Vista AveSantee, CA 92071
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Forester Square
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Forester Square

9560 Via ZapadorSantee, CA 92071

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Tierra Del Norte
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tierra Del Norte

984 Peach AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Greenfield Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Greenfield Apartments

569 Greenfield DrEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Cypress Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cypress Park

348 W Cypress AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Rockford Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rockford Gardens

181 Ballantyne StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Parkway Club
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parkway Club

316 Hart DrEl Cajon, CA 92021

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Roanoke
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Roanoke

174 Roanoke RdEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Easter Manor Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Easter Manor Apartments

1113 Greenfield DrEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Santee, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Santee Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Santee, CA is a Studio unit found at Vista De Luna priced from $1,370. Vista Oaks in the Granite Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,425. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santee apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vista De LunaUpstairs StudioStudio,1BA$1,370
Vista Oaks0+1SStudio,1BA$1,425
Cajon Senior VillasOne Bedroom x One Bath1BR,1BA$1,500
Anza Terrace - Seniors Only 50+One Bedroom - Downstairs1BR,1BA$1,500
Royal Oakdale ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,525

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santee, CA

As of September 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santee area is the $2.44 price per square foot Indigo Model at Terre at E Bradley in the in the Winter Gardens neighborhood starting from $2,739. The second greatest value Santee apartment is the Sunset Model at Terre at Bradley starting at $2,340 with a $2.13 price per square foot in the Winter Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santee apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Terre at E BradleyIndigo3BR,2BA$2.44
Terre at BradleySunset2BR,1BA$2.13
Volterra Apartments2 x 2 Verona C - Renovated2BR,2BA$2.39
Oro Park Apartments2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome Remodeled2BR,1.5BA$2.40
Terre at GravesSea2BR,2BA$2.48
Legacy Condominium Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.48
Greentree Apartments2/1 Down2BR,1BA$2.42
Terre at 1019 PeachHacienda2BR,2BA$2.46
Winter Gardens Manor9250 Winter Gardens Blvd #151BR,1BA$2.17
Crestwood ApartmentsUpstairs 1/11BR,1BA$2.42

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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
Pet Friendly

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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 Cheap Santee Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Santee?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Santee is at Vista De Luna listed at $1,370.

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 $1,964 at Terre at 1019 Peach.

What is the most affordable Santee Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Santee Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ranchouse Apartments *$500 Off* and starts from $2,695.

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