
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverwalk Neighborhood of Santee, CA from $715 (26 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Riverwalk area of Santee.


Mountain View Villas

The Sycamore

Sunset Trails

La Roca Plaza

River Trail Apartments
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Welcome home to Lake View Park!

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Parc One

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Santee Villas

Tierra at Creekside

Greystone Ridge Townhomes
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10045 Woodpark Dr

Shadowhill Apartments

Laurel Park

Forester Square

Highline Apartments

The Addison
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9556 Cecilwood Dr

10130 Peaceful Ct

8838 Mission Vega Ct

The Oaks Apartments

10328 Great Rock Rd

10170 Palm Glen Dr
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10142 Peaceful Ct

10047 Woodpark Dr
Riverwalk, Santee, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverwalk?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverwalk 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,327 | $1,730 | $4,041 |
| Riverwalk 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,598 | $1,835 | $3,105 |
| Riverwalk 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,033 | $2,700 | $3,120 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverwalk Neighborhood of Santee, CA.
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Cheapest Available Riverwalk Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverwalk area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Mountain View Villas priced from $1,730. Sunset Trails has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,885. Here are the most affordable Riverwalk apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain View Villas | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,730 |
| Sunset Trails | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,885 |
| River Trail Apartments | 2/1 W/Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Welcome home to Lake View Park! | 1/1 Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Highline Apartments | Two Bedrooms, One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Parc One | 183a 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,331 |
| Santee Villas | La Paloma | 1BR,1BA | $2,455 |
| Greystone Ridge Townhomes | 2 BEDROOMS | 2BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| The Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Large | 2BR,1BA | $2,545 |
| Camerons Mobile Estates | Rent a Home | 2BR,2BA | $2,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverwalk, CA
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverwalk 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 Riverwalk apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Large Model at The Oaks Apartments starting at $2,545 with a $2.54 price per square foot in the Prospect Glen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverwalk 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 |
| The Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Large | 2BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Greystone Ridge Townhomes | 2 BEDROOMS | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.53 |
| Arbors Apartments | Amberwood | 2BR,2BA | $3.11 |
| Highline Apartments | Two Bedrooms, One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| River Trail Apartments | 2/1 W/Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Santee Villas | La Paloma | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| Parc One | 183a 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Welcome home to Lake View Park! | 1/1 Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $3.54 |
| Sunset Trails | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverwalk Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverwalk Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverwalk Apartment is $1,730 at Mountain View Villas.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riverwalk Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riverwalk is starting from $1,835 at Mountain View Villas.
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