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Santee, CA rent trends

Rental prices in Santee, CA have decreased by 1.19% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,451 to $2,421.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,741, the average rent in Santee, CA is $2,421.

Average rent in Santee, CA

$2,421/mo Santee, CA average rental price, January 2026
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Santee, CA is $2,421.

    What's the typical rent budget in Santee, CA?

    About 35% of apartment rents in Santee, CA range between $2,501-$3,000. Meanwhile, apartments around > $3,000 represent 8% of apartments. Around 45% of Santee’s apartments are in the $2,001-$2,500 price range. 13% of apartments are priced between $1,501-$2,000.

    The largest share of rentals in Santee, CA (45%) fall between $2,001-$2,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Santee, CA

    32 /100
    Car-Dependent
    16 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 32, Bike Score®: 16

    Frequently asked questions

    What type of rental buildings are in Santee, CA?

    In Santee, 28% of the residents are renting compared to 72% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 18% of Santee's rentals, 51% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 26% are single-family rentals.

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