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Riverwalk, Santee, CA Local Guide

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 The Sycamore priced from $1,715. Carlton Heights Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,955. Here are the most affordable Riverwalk apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The SycamorePlan A1BR,1BA$1,715
Carlton Heights Villas1 BEDROOM 565 SQUARE FEET1BR,1BA$1,955
Sunset TrailsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,985

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverwalk, CA

As of May 30, 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 Prospect Glen neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Riverwalk apartment is the Staged Apartment Model at Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC* starting at $2,795 with a $2.33 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Camerons Mobile EstatesRent a Home2BR,2BA$1.97
Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC*Staged Apartment3BR,2BA$2.33
Greystone Ridge Townhomes2 BEDROOMS2BR,1.5BA$2.53
Arbors ApartmentsAmberwood2BR,2BA$3.11
Santee VillasLa Mariposa2BR,2BA$3.72
River Trail Apartments1/1 W/Balcony1BR,1BA$2.56
Parc One183a 1x11BR,1BA$2.99
The SycamorePlan A1BR,1BA$2.89
Carlton Heights Villas1 BEDROOM 565 SQUARE FEET1BR,1BA$3.46
Sunset TrailsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$4.06

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Riverwalk

What type of rentals are currently available in Riverwalk?

There are currently 61 Apartments for Rent in Riverwalk, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,715 to $4,054. There are also 16 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riverwalk ranging from $950 to $6,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Riverwalk?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Riverwalk ranges from $950 to $6,995 with an average monthly rent of $4,037.

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