Average Rent in Santee, CA
3 apartment buildings, 17 units. Real asking prices, refreshed daily.
Avg Rent
$2,296/mo
market average
Cheapest
$1,985/mo
Sunset Trails Apartments
Properties
3
tracked daily
Units
17
available now
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 3 properties in Santee, CA.
Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Santee, CA Rent Prices
All 3 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Sunset Trails Apartments
8655 Graves Ave, Santee, CA 92071, USA
Town Center Apartments
10233 Mission Gorge Rd, Santee, CA 92071, USA
Highline Apartments
8729 Graves Ave, Santee, CA 92071, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sunset Trails Apartments 8655 Graves Ave, Santee, CA 92071, USA | $1,985 | $2,065 | $3.57 | 3.3 (69) | 2 |
| 2 | Town Center Apartments 10233 Mission Gorge Rd, Santee, CA 92071, USA | $2,075 | $2,448 | $3.38 | 3.7 (42) | 3 |
| 3 | Highline Apartments 8729 Graves Ave, Santee, CA 92071, USA | $2,280 | $2,296 | $2.65 | 3.8 (81) | 12 |
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Santee, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Santee, CA is $2,296 per month, based on 17 units across 3 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,985 at Sunset Trails Apartments to $2,280 at Highline Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,075/mo | $2,075/mo | 1 |
| 1 Bed | $1,985/mo | $1,985/mo | 1 |
| 2 Bed | $2,331/mo | $2,145/mo | 15 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Santee, CA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$92,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,296/mo.
Comfortable income
$110,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,985/mo), you need to earn at least $79,000/year.
Cost of living in Santee, CA
We only have live rent data for Santee, CA so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,296 |
| Estimated total | $2,296/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures are refreshed annually.
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Nearby cities in California
How Santee, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Santee, CA | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $2,964 | +29% | 42 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,798 | +22% | 31 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,229 | +41% | 26 |
| Sacramento, CA | $2,349 | +2% | 24 |
| Riverside, CA | $2,521 | +10% | 24 |
| Antioch, CA | $2,342 | +2% | 21 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Santee, CA?
The average rent in Santee, CA is $2,296 per month, based on 17 units across 3 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Santee, CA?
The lowest available rent in Santee, CA starts at $1,985 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Santee, CA?
1-bedroom apartments in Santee, CA average $1,985/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,985/mo across 1 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Santee, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in Santee, CA average $2,331/mo. Units start from $2,145/mo across 15 units currently listed.
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