
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Elliott Neighborhood of Santee, CA from $700 (26 Rentals)
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Terre at Bostonia

876 Adele St, Unit upstairs

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Terre at Graves

Parkway Club

Greenfield Esates - El Cajon
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East Elliott, Santee, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Elliott?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Elliott 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,240 | $1,715 | $4,054 |
| East Elliott 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,578 | $2,055 | $3,320 |
| East Elliott 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,123 | $2,700 | $3,871 |
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Cheapest Available East Elliott Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Elliott area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Terre at Bostonia priced from $1,680. The Sycamore has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,715. Here are the most affordable East Elliott apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terre at Bostonia | Radiant | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| The Sycamore | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,715 |
| The Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Split Level | 1BR,1BA | $1,749 |
| Haven at The Hills | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
| Terre at Graves | Cay | 1BR,1BA | $1,912 |
| Carlton Heights Villas | 1 BEDROOM 565 SQUARE FEET | 1BR,1BA | $1,915 |
| Sunset Trails | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,985 |
| Parkway Club | 1 Bed 1 Bath (A) | 1BR,1BA | $2,034 |
| The Addison | Downstairs - 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108,... | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
| Greenfield Esates - El Cajon | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Elliott, CA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Elliott area is the $2.50 price per square foot Staged Apartment Model at Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC* in the in the Prospect Glen neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value East Elliott apartment is the 2x1.5 Townhome Model at La Roca Plaza starting at $2,495 with a $2.22 price per square foot in the Prospect Glen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Elliott apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC* | Staged Apartment | 3BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| La Roca Plaza | 2x1.5 Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.22 |
| Terre at E Bradley | Azure | 3BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Terre at Bradley | Sunset | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Greystone Ridge Townhomes | 2 BEDROOMS | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.53 |
| Terre at Bostonia | Luminous | 2BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Greenfield Esates - El Cajon | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Haven at The Hills | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| The Sycamore | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| The Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Split Level | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Elliott Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Elliott Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Elliott Apartment is $1,680 at Terre at Bostonia.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Elliott Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Elliott is starting from $2,150 at Greenfield Esates - El Cajon.
What is the most affordable East Elliott Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Elliott Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Greystone Ridge Townhomes and starts from $2,700.
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