
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Granite Hills Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA from $1,200 (11 Rentals)
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Royal Oakdale Apartments

La Quinta Apartment

Hunter's Run Apartments

Shady Terrace

Casa Tierra Apartments
Granite Hills, El Cajon, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Granite Hills?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Granite Hills Studio Apartments | $1,591 | $1,390 | $1,950 |
Granite Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,879 | $1,625 | $2,087 |
Granite Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,302 | $1,995 | $2,557 |
Granite Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,051 | $2,495 | $3,450 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Granite Hills Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA.
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Cheapest Available Granite Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Granite Hills area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Hunter's Run Apartments priced from $1,625. Royal Oakdale Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,625. Here are the most affordable Granite Hills apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Hunter's Run Apartments | Studio, (F Plan) Downstairs | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
Royal Oakdale Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
Shady Terrace | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Casa Tierra Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Terre at 1037 Peach fka Peach Avenue | Sol | 1BR,1BA | $1,753 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Granite Hills, CA
As of March 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Granite Hills area is the $2.68 price per square foot 3/2.5 R Model at Canyon Springs Townhome Apartments in the in the Winter Gardens neighborhood starting from $3,295. The second greatest value Granite Hills apartment is the Plan A Model at Shannon Wood Townhomes starting at $2,925 with a $2.62 price per square foot in the Winter Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Granite Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Canyon Springs Townhome Apartments | 3/2.5 R | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.68 |
Shannon Wood Townhomes | Plan A | 3BR,2BA | $2.62 |
Oro Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome Remodeled | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.40 |
2133 Rancho Meadowcrest Rd, Unit A | 2133 Rancho Meadowcrest Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
Orchard Villa Townhomes | Orchard Villas | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.31 |
Terre at Madison | Magnolia | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
Bree Manor | Two Bed Two Bath Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
Casa Tierra Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
Shady Terrace | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
Anniversary Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGranite Hills, El Cajon, CA
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Among neighborhoods in El Cajon, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Granite Hills, El Cajon, CA
Madison Avenue Elementary
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Best Local Schools in Granite Hills, El Cajon, CA
Madison Avenue Elementary
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Granite Hills Neighborhood in El Cajon, CA
Walk Score®
26 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
14 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
4 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Granite Hills Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Granite Hills?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Granite Hills is at Hunter's Run Apartments listed at $1,625.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Granite Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Granite Hills Apartment is $1,625 at Royal Oakdale Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Granite Hills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Granite Hills is starting from $2,092 at Terre at 989 Peach fka Tierra del Sol.
What is the most affordable Granite Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Granite Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ranchouse Apartments *$500 Off* and starts from $2,895.
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