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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 | $2,579 | $2,100 | $3,300 |
| Santee 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,823 | $2,695 | $5,495 |
| Santee 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,859 | $3,999 | $5,995 |
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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 El Cajon 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 |
| Vista Pines | 0+1 Upstairs | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
| Ashwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santee, CA
As of July 14, 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 El Cajon neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Santee apartment is the 2x2 Model at Cajon Villa Apartments starting at $2,399 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the El Cajon 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 |
| Cajon Villa Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Haven at The Hills | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Renovated Units | 2BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| River Trail Apartments | 2/1 W/Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| 1651 Braddon Way, Unit # B | 1651 Braddon Way | 1BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Twin Palms Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Anniversary Apartments *First Month Free* | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Crestwood Apartments! | Upstairs 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Terre at Mollison | Palm | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Westwood Apartments | 1/1 B | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Santee?
There are currently 589 Apartments for Rent in Santee, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,309 to $7,774. There are also 61 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santee ranging from $1,795 to $5,995.
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 $1,795 to $5,995 with an average monthly rent of $3,301.
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