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How much does it cost to rent a home in Santee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santee 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,707 | $1,999 | $5,100 |
| Santee 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,715 | $2,700 | $6,500 |
| Santee 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,732 | $3,500 | $6,000 |
| Santee 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
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Cheapest Available Santee Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Santee, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Persimmon Terrace Senior Apartments in the Granite Hills neighborhood priced from $1,350. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Persimmon Terrace Senior Apartments | upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Vista Oaks | 0+1S | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| Cajon Senior Villas | One Bedroom x One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Anza Terrace - Seniors Only 50+ | One Bedroom - Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Royal Oakdale Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santee, CA
As of February 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santee area is the $1.97 price per square foot Rent a Home Model at Camerons Mobile Estates in the in the Prospect Glen neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Santee apartment is the Sunset Model at Terre at Bradley starting at $2,175 with a $1.98 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camerons Mobile Estates | Rent a Home | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Terre at Bradley | Sunset | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| 253 Orlando St | 2 Bedroom and 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.38 |
| Woodside Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| Shady Terrace | Shady Terrace 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| 1374 N Cuyamaca St | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| El Palacio | El Palacio 2 Bed 2 Bath - Please call at (619) ... | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| Anniversary Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Terre at Mollison | Palm | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Laurel Palms Apartments | One Bedroom - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Santee?
There are currently 595 Apartments for Rent in Santee, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,350 to $10,362. There are also 78 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santee ranging from $1,850 to $6,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Santee?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Santee ranges from $1,850 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,422.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Santee?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Santee range from $2,400 to $4,370, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,700 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,800.
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