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Apartments for Rent in Santee CA - 226 Rentals

Santee, CA Apartments for Rent

Located about 19 miles northeast of San Diego, Santee is a charming East County suburb revered for its vast expanses of land as well as its many retail offerings. Santee contains an array of community parks, each providing ample opportunity for recreational activities like hiking, golfing, disc golfing, picnicking, soccer, softball, and more.

Bordering the expansive Mission Trails Regional Park, Santee residents enjoy access to more than 60 miles of trails, the San Diego River, and sweeping vistas. Santee’s ideal location between the Pacific Ocean and the rugged mountains of Cleveland National Forest lends even more potential for outdoor recreation nearby.

Santee’s downtown district is comprised of the 700-acre Town Center, which includes the Santee Trolley Square Mall along with a host of restaurants and shops connected by the Metropolitan Transit System trolley. Major freeways like State Routes 52, 67, and 125 are easily accessible in Santee, making the city a top choice for many commuters and travelers.


Santee, CA Rental Insights

Average Rent Rates

What is the average rent in Santee, CA?

The average rent in Santee is $2,099. When you rent an apartment in Santee, you can expect to pay as little as $1,517 or as much as $2,663, depending on the location and the size of the apartment.

What is the average rent of a Studio apartment in Santee, CA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Santee, CA is $1,517 per month.

What is the average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Santee, CA?

The average rent for a one bedroom apartment in Santee, CA is $2,099 per month.

What is the average rent of a 2 bedroom apartment in Santee, CA?

The average rent for a two bedroom apartment in Santee, CA is $2,439 per month.

What is the average rent of a 3 bedroom apartment in Santee, CA?

The average rent for a three bedroom apartment in Santee, CA is $2,663 per month.

Transportation

How transit friendly is Santee, CA?

Transit options in Santee vary, but overall, it has a transit score of 1.

Education

What are the top Elementary schools in Santee, CA?

In Santee, you’ll find top-ranking elementary schools like Rio Seco Elementary, Carlton Oaks Elementary, and Carlton Hills Elementary.

What are the top middle schools in Santee, CA?

Santee is home to some top-ranking middle schools, including Rio Seco Elementary, Carlton Oaks Elementary, and Carlton Hills Elementary.

What are the top high schools in Santee, CA?

Moving is tough for high school students! Look for Santee apartments near top-ranking high schools like Santana High and West Hills High.

What colleges and universities are in Santee, CA?

If you’re a student moving to an apartment in Santee, you’ll have access to Grossmont College, San Diego State University, and Cuyamaca College.

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