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824 Ballantyne St
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455 Ballantyne St

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550 Graves Ave

876 N 3rd St

9650 Winter Gardens Blvd

9648 Winter Gardens Blvd
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Santee?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Santee 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,742 | $2,000 | $5,100 |
Santee 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,807 | $2,885 | $4,750 |
Santee 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,411 | $3,450 | $5,900 |
Santee 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,900 | $4,900 | $4,900 |
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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 Cajon Senior Villas in the Granite Hills neighborhood priced from $1,500. Anza Terrace - Seniors Only 50+ in the Bostonia neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santee apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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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 |
Vista Oaks | 0 + 1K | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
Crestwood Apartments | Upstairs 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santee, CA
As of August 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santee area is the $1.87 price per square foot Rent a Home Model at Camerons Mobile Estates in the in the Prospect Glen neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Santee apartment is the Indigo Model at Terre at E Bradley starting at $2,689 with a $2.39 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. |
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Camerons Mobile Estates | Rent a Home | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
Terre at E Bradley | Indigo | 3BR,2BA | $2.39 |
Terre at Bradley | Sunset | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
Volterra Apartments | 2 x 2 Verona C - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
Oro Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome Remodeled | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.40 |
Terre at Wells | Maple | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
Greentree Apartments | 2/1 Down | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
Winter Gardens Manor | 9250 Winter Gardens Blvd #15 | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Shady Terrace | 1/1 Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
Crestwood Apartments | Upstairs 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Santee
What type of rentals are currently available in Santee?
There are currently 589 Apartments for Rent in Santee, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,395 to $5,997. There are also 75 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santee ranging from $1,100 to $5,900.
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 $1,100 to $5,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,467.
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 $2,495 to $5,997, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,885 to $4,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,850.
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