
Studio Apartments for Rent in Santee, CA (153 Rentals)


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Navajo Bluffs

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Casa Dorada

Casa Del Cerro

1030 Cuyamaca St

920 Coleen Ct

1267 Greenfield Dr

Juniper Trailer Court

472 Graves Ave
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345 N 1st St

930 Peach Ave

1276 Cuyamaca St

6960 Hyde Park Dr

9350 Winter Gardens Blvd

1010-1014 Madison Ave

Casa de Oro

1236 Persimmon Ave

1328-1344 Cuyamaca St
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12616 Laurel St

1244 Madison Ave

547 Hart Dr

1042-1060 Coleen Ct

1272 Persimmon Ave

1009-1099 Coleen Ct

Winter Gardens Terrace

1462 Peach Ave

945 Coleen Ct
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Santee Studio Apartments | $1,661 | $1,425 | $2,050 |
| Santee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,046 | $1,350 | $4,054 |
| Santee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,437 | $1,993 | $3,450 |
| Santee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,127 | $2,400 | $6,155 |
| Santee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,711 | $4,495 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available Santee Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Santee, CA is found at Cowles Landing in the Prospect Glen neighborhood and is 463 square feet priced from $2,000. Orlando Woods Apartments in the Granite Hills neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 450 square feet and currently listed start at $1,495. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Santee:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cowles Landing | STU | 463 Sq Ft | $2,000 |
| Orlando Woods Apartments | Studio | 450 Sq Ft | $1,495 |
| Navajo Bluffs | Studio | 450 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Vista Pines | 0+1 Upstairs | 416 Sq Ft | $1,545 |
| Terre at E Park | Studio | 400 Sq Ft | $1,607 |
| Vista Oaks | 0+1S | 221 Sq Ft | $1,425 |
Cheapest Available Santee Studio Apartments
As of April 27, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Santee, CA is the 0+1S Model starting from $1,425 at Vista Oaks in the Granite Hills neighborhood. The second most affordable Santee Studio is the Studio Model at Orlando Woods Apartments starting at $1,495 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Santee is currently $1,661. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Santee:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Vista Oaks | 0+1S | $1,425 |
| Orlando Woods Apartments | Studio | $1,495 |
| Vista Pines | 0+1 Upstairs | $1,545 |
| Terre at E Park | Studio | $1,603 |
| Navajo Bluffs | Studio | $1,700 |
| Cowles Landing | STU | $2,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Santee Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Santee with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Santee is at Vista Oaks listed at $1,425.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Santee Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Santee is $1,661.
What is the largest available Studio Santee Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santee is a 463 square feet unit starting from $2,000 at Cowles Landing.
What is the average size for Santee Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Santee is currently 399 sq ft.
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