Cheap Homes for Rent in East Elliott Neighborhood of Santee, CA from $500 (6 Rentals)

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East Elliott, Santee, CA Local Guide

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 The Sycamore priced from $1,715. Terre at Graves has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,799. Here are the most affordable East Elliott apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The SycamorePlan A1BR,1BA$1,715
Terre at GravesCay1BR,1BA$1,799
The Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Split Level1BR,1BA$1,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Elliott, CA

As of January 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Elliott area is the $2.50 price per square foot Renovated 3 Bed 2 Bath 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 Indigo Model at Terre at E Bradley starting at $2,902 with a $2.58 price per square foot in the Winter Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Elliott apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC*Renovated 3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.50
Terre at E BradleyIndigo3BR,2BA$2.58
Greenfield Meadows3/23BR,2BA$2.60
Terre at BradleySunset2BR,1BA$1.99
Greystone Ridge Townhomes2 BEDROOMS2BR,1.5BA$2.53
1374 N Cuyamaca StTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$2.37
The Addison207, 2121BR,1BA$2.64
Town Center Apartments2 Br (Light Cabinets)2BR,1BA$2.74
Greenfield Esates - El Cajon2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.69
River Trail Apartments1/1 W/Balcony1BR,1BA$2.56

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Elliott

What type of rentals are currently available in East Elliott?

There are currently 47 Apartments for Rent in East Elliott, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,700 to $4,944. There are also 13 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Elliott ranging from $500 to $7,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Elliott?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Elliott ranges from $500 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,355.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Elliott?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Elliott range from $2,700 to $3,350, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,500 to $3,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,944.

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