Studio Apartments for Rent in Santee, CA (25 Rentals)

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santee?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Santee Studio Apartments | $1,705 | $1,470 | $1,970 |
Santee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,042 | $1,500 | $3,000 |
Santee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,504 | $1,800 | $3,166 |
Santee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,062 | $2,495 | $3,621 |
Santee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,542 | $5,190 | $5,895 |
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Largest Available Santee Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Santee, CA is found at Vista De Luna and is 480 square feet priced from $1,645. Navajo Bluffs in the Lake Murray neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 450 square feet and currently listed start at $1,797. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Santee:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Vista De Luna | Unit 75 | 480 Sq Ft | $1,645 |
Navajo Bluffs | Studio | 450 Sq Ft | $1,797 |
Hunter's Run Apartments | Studio, (F Plan) Downstairs | 440 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
The Addison | 123 | 360 Sq Ft | $1,895 |
Vista Oaks | 0 + 1K | 332 Sq Ft | $1,600 |
Cheapest Available Santee Studio Apartments
As of April 17, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Santee, CA is the Upstairs Studio Model starting from $1,470 at Vista De Luna . The second most affordable Santee Studio is the 0 + 1K Model at Vista Oaks starting at $1,600 in the Granite Hills neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Santee is currently $1,705. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Santee:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Vista De Luna | Upstairs Studio | $1,470 |
Vista Oaks | 0 + 1K | $1,600 |
Hunter's Run Apartments | Studio, (F Plan) Downstairs | $1,695 |
Navajo Bluffs | Studio | $1,797 |
The Addison | 123 | $1,895 |
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Getting Around Santee, CA
Walk Score®
55 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Santee Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Santee with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Santee is at Vista De Luna listed at $1,470.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Santee Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Santee is $1,705.
What is the largest available Studio Santee Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santee is a 480 square feet unit starting from $1,645 at Vista De Luna.
What is the average size for Santee Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Santee is currently 394 sq ft.
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