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About Santee · East County
A family-friendly East County city with lakes, trails and quick freeway access.
Santee sits along the San Diego River in East County, bordered by Mission Trails Regional Park to the west. It's known for well-kept neighborhoods, parks and a family-friendly feel, and it offers many of the comforts of suburban life about 25 minutes from downtown San Diego.
Santee's homes are often newer and more affordable than in many coastal and central neighborhoods. Carlton Hills, in the north, offers established single-family homes, while Carlton Oaks surrounds a golf course along the river. Sky Ranch offers hillside homes with views, and the area around Santee Town Center has newer homes near shopping and the trolley.
Outdoor space is one of Santee's biggest draws. Santee Lakes, a 194-acre recreational preserve, offers fishing, camping and walking paths, and Mission Trails Regional Park, one of the largest urban parks in the country, is right next door. The San Diego River trail and Mast Park add even more places to walk, run and bike.
Commuting is straightforward, with SR-52, SR-67 and SR-125 nearby and the Green Line trolley ending at Santee Town Center. Schools are served by the Santee School District and the Grossmont Union High School District. For buyers who want a newer home, parks and a quieter pace without leaving the metro area, Santee is a strong option.
If you're buying in Santee, compare homes across neighborhoods, since prices and home ages vary from Carlton Hills to the newer areas near Town Center. Check HOA rules and dues where they apply, look at fire insurance for homes near open space and drive your commute at rush hour, since SR-52 can get busy. For families, school assignments are worth confirming for each address. For sellers, Santee's newer homes and family-friendly reputation draw steady interest. Homes that are clean, well maintained and priced in line with recent nearby sales tend to sell quickly and smoothly. We can also help you compare Santee with nearby El Cajon, La Mesa and Lakeside, so you can see how far your budget goes in each. For buyers who want newer homes and lots of outdoor space, Santee is often the area that surprises them most.
Thinking about Santee? Team Ratcliffe has helped buyers and sellers across San Diego County for more than 30 years. We're happy to walk you through what homes like yours are selling for, street by street.
Neighborhoods to Know
Carlton Hills
Established single-family homes in the north.
Carlton Oaks
Homes around a golf course along the river.
Town Center area
Newer homes near shopping and the trolley.
Sky Ranch
Hillside homes with views.
Everyday Life in Santee
Schools
Santee School District for elementary and middle grades, and Grossmont Union High School District.
Getting Around
SR-52, SR-67 and SR-125, plus the Green Line trolley at Santee Town Center.
Things to Do
Santee Lakes, Mission Trails, the San Diego River trail and Mast Park.
Santee at a Glance
Incorporated
1980
ZIP Code
92071
To Downtown
About 25 min
Known For
Lakes, parks, families
Drive times are approximate, to downtown San Diego outside rush hour.
LISTINGS
- 3DOpen Thu 4PM-6PM
$1,099,000
5 Beds2 Baths1,980 SqFt9177 Gorge Avenue, Santee, CA 92071
Single Family Home
Listed by Lawrence Avila of Coldwell Banker West
- 1/26 26Price Dropped by $14K
$810,000
3 Beds2 Baths1,092 SqFt9705 Mast Blvd., Santee, CA 92071
Single Family Home
Listed by Gabrielle Zuniga of Coldwell Banker West
- 3DActive
$190,000
2 Beds2 Baths1,437 SqFt8301 Mission Gorge Rd #61, Santee, CA 92071
Manufactured Home
Listed by Sandy Rodriguez of Coldwell Banker West
RECENTLY SOLD
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9967 Cleary Street, Santee, CA 92071
$685,000 $699,000
Single Family Home
Listed by Lauren Bachmann of eXp Realty of California, Inc.
9255 N Magnolia Ave #Spc 18, Santee, CA 92071
$440,000 $440,000
Manufactured Home
MLS# PTP2607064
Listed by Deneen Maillet of Coldwell Banker West
9255 N Magnolia Ave #Spc 18, Santee, CA 92071
$440,000 $440,000
Manufactured Home
Listed by Deneen Maillet of Coldwell Banker West
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