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River Trail Apartments

8961 N Magnolia Ave, Santee, CA 92071

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  • Monthly Rent

    $1,995

  • Bedrooms

    1 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 ba

  • Square Feet

    780 sq ft

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  • Pool
  • Walking/Biking Trails
  • Grill
  • Balcony
  • Patio

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1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 780 SF Not Available
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1 Bed 1 Bath 780 Sq Ft $1,000 Deposit
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1 Bed 1 Bath 780 Sq Ft $1,000 Deposit
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        Charged per applicant.
        $25
  • Dogs
    • Allowed
  • Cats
    • Allowed
  • Surface Lot
  • Garage Lot
  • Street Parking

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Property Information

  • Built in 1979
  • 67 units/2 stories

About River Trail Apartments

Affordable, quality apartment living can be yours in a convenient Santee, CA location! Enjoy a swim in our refreshing swimming pool or entertain friends and family while you grill up a feast on the BBQ - there is something for everyone. We also have laundry facilities to make everyday chores easier. At River Trail we're devoted to providing residents with the best in apartment living and you deserve it! Apartment Features: •Wall A/C •Ceiling Fans •Hall Closet •Dinning Room •Carpeted & Vinyl Flooring •Dishwasher •Fully Equipped Kitchen Community Amenities: •Laundromat onsite (coin and card operated) •Pool & Barbecue area •1 Assigned parking •Pets allowed (additional pet deposit) Come see it today! Contact our leasing professionals today to learn more about your new home! Call or text Rebecca for more information!

River Trail Apartments is an apartment community located in San Diego County and the 92071 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Santee attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • Carpeted Floors
  • Assigned Parking
  • Easy Access To Freeways and Shopping
  • Easy Access to Public Transportation
  • On Call Emergency Maintenance
  • Pet Friendly Community
  • Accepts Online Payments
  • Barbecue Areas
  • Beautiful Landscaping
  • Garage
  • Limited Garages available
  • Balcony or Patio
  • Cable or Satellite Ready
  • Carpet & Vinyl Flooring
  • Extra Large Laundry Room with Card Reader Technology
  • Shimmering Swimming Pool(s)
  • Accepts Credit Card Payments
  • Easy Access to Freeways
  • Extra Storage
  • Vinyl Floors
  • Fully Equipped Kitchen
  • On Site Management
  • Public Transportation
  • Bbq Area
  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Freeway Access
  • Mirrored Closet Doors

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  • Saturday & Sunday, Closed
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Community Amenities

Pool

Laundry Facilities

Grill

Walking/Biking Trails

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Pool
  • Walking/Biking Trails
  • Courtyard
  • Grill

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Microwave

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • Balcony
  • Patio
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Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Courtyard
  • Grill
  • Pool
  • Walking/Biking Trails
  • Carpeted Floors
  • Assigned Parking
  • Easy Access To Freeways and Shopping
  • Easy Access to Public Transportation
  • On Call Emergency Maintenance
  • Pet Friendly Community
  • Accepts Online Payments
  • Barbecue Areas
  • Beautiful Landscaping
  • Garage
  • Limited Garages available
  • Balcony or Patio
  • Cable or Satellite Ready
  • Carpet & Vinyl Flooring
  • Extra Large Laundry Room with Card Reader Technology
  • Shimmering Swimming Pool(s)
  • Accepts Credit Card Payments
  • Easy Access to Freeways
  • Extra Storage
  • Vinyl Floors
  • Fully Equipped Kitchen
  • On Site Management
  • Public Transportation
  • Bbq Area
  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Freeway Access
  • Mirrored Closet Doors
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • Balcony
  • Patio
Office Hours
Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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City - Santee

Located about 19 miles northeast of San Diego, Santee is a charming East County suburb revered for its vast expanses of land as well as its many retail offerings. Santee contains an array of community parks, each providing ample opportunity for recreational activities like hiking, golfing, disc golfing, picnicking, soccer, softball, and more.

Bordering the expansive Mission Trails Regional Park, Santee residents enjoy access to more than 60 miles of trails, the San Diego River, and sweeping vistas. Santee’s ideal location between the Pacific Ocean and the rugged mountains of Cleveland National Forest lends even more potential for outdoor recreation nearby.

Santee’s downtown district is comprised of the 700-acre Town Center, which includes the Santee Trolley Square Mall along with a host of restaurants and shops connected by the Metropolitan Transit System trolley.

Learn more about living in Santee 
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Grossmont College
Drive: 9 min 5.4 mi
Cuyamaca College
Drive: 16 min 9.6 mi
San Diego State University
Drive: 20 min 11.6 mi
Alliant International Univ.
Drive: 22 min 15.4 mi
River Trail Apartments is within 9 minutes or 5.4 miles from Grossmont College. It is also near Cuyamaca College and San Diego State University.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Hill Creek Elementary
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
663 Students
Attendance Zone
Lemon Grove Academy For The Sciences And Humanities
Public Middle School
Grades 7-8
532 Students
Nearby
Santana High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,736 Students
Attendance Zone
Shepherd School
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
Learning Academy
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-7
24 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Santee include Santee Town Center, located 1.4 miles from River Trail Apartments. River Trail Apartments is near San Diego International, located 19.6 miles or 27 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Santee Town Center
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Gillespie Field
Drive: 4 min 2.0 mi
Arnele Avenue
Drive: 6 min 3.5 mi
El Cajon Station
Drive: 6 min 4.2 mi
El Cajon Transit Center
Drive: 7 min 4.4 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
San Diego (Santa Fe Depot)
Drive: 24 min 18.7 mi
Old Town Transit Center
Drive: 25 min 18.8 mi
Sorrento Valley
Drive: 25 min 19.7 mi
Solana Beach
Drive: 33 min 26.7 mi
Encinitas
Drive: 37 min 30.4 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
San Diego International
Drive: 27 min 19.6 mi
Somewhat Walkable
61
Walk Score®
Out of 100
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Minimal Transit
0
Transit Score®
Out of 100
Somewhat Bikeable
47
Bike Score®
Out of 100
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from River Trail Apartments.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Santee Station
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Santee Square
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
The Schoolyard Shopping Center
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
River Trail Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 0.4 mile, which is about a 7-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Lindo Lake County Park
Drive: 8 min 3.9 mi
Cactus County Park
Drive: 14 min 6.0 mi
Hollenbeck Canyon Wildlife Area
Drive: 10 min 6.7 mi
Lake Jennings County Park
Drive: 11 min 6.7 mi
Mission Trails Regional Park
Drive: 13 min 7.8 mi
River Trail Apartments has 5 parks within 7.8 miles, including Lindo Lake County Park, Hollenbeck Canyon Wildlife Area, and Mission Trails Regional Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Grossmont Hospital
Drive: 9 min 6.5 mi
Alvarado Parkway Institute Behavioral Health System
Drive: 11 min 8.8 mi
Alvarado Hospital Medical Center
Drive: 14 min 9.7 mi
River Trail Apartments has 3 hospitals within 9.7 miles, the nearest is Grossmont Hospital which is 6.5 miles away and a 9 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
USMC Air Station Miramar
Drive: 26 min 17.6 mi
San Diego Naval Air Station
Drive: 24 min 18.8 mi
River Trail Apartments is 17.6 miles from USMC Air Station Miramar, and is convenient to other military bases, including San Diego Naval Air Station.
 
 

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does River Trail Apartments have in-unit laundry?

While River Trail Apartments does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.

What utilities are included in rent at River Trail Apartments?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at River Trail Apartments?

Parking is available at River Trail Apartments. Fees may apply depending on the type of parking offered. Contact this property for details.

Is River Trail Apartments pet-friendly?

Yes, River Trail Apartments welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.

How much income do I need to rent at River Trail Apartments?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,995 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $72,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Try our Rent Affordability Calculator to see how much rent fits your income and lifestyle.

Does River Trail Apartments have move-in specials?

River Trail Apartments is offering Specials for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $1,995.

Does River Trail Apartments offer Matterport 3D tours?

While River Trail Apartments does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.

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