
Studio Apartments for Rent in Santee, CA (155 Rentals)


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8445 Graves Ave

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8529 Graham Ter

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Casa Del Cerro

1030 Cuyamaca St

920 Coleen Ct

1267 Greenfield Dr

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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

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Oakdale Park

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
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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 | $1,672 | $1,395 | $1,910 |
| Santee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,035 | $1,350 | $3,243 |
| Santee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,446 | $1,795 | $3,450 |
| Santee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,025 | $2,400 | $4,226 |
| Santee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,736 | $3,795 | $9,677 |
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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 Navajo neighborhood and is 463 square feet priced from $1,795. 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 $1,525. 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 | $1,795 |
| Orlando Woods Apartments | Studio | 450 Sq Ft | $1,525 |
| Navajo Bluffs | Studio | 450 Sq Ft | $1,658 |
| Vista Pines | 0+1 Downstairs | 416 Sq Ft | $1,545 |
| Vista Oaks | 0+1S | 221 Sq Ft | $1,425 |
Cheapest Available Santee Studio Apartments
As of March 12, 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 $1,525 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Santee is currently $1,672. 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 | $1,525 |
| Vista Pines | 0+1 Downstairs | $1,545 |
| Navajo Bluffs | Studio | $1,658 |
| Cowles Landing | STU | $1,795 |
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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 $1,672.
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 $1,795 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 413 sq ft.
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