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Monthly Rent
$2,043 - $2,387
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Bedrooms
1 - 2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
700 - 950 sq ft
Fall in love with Alta Apartments El Cajon, where modern living meets romance! Imagine cozy nights and sun-drenched mornings in your elegant home, featuring sleek quartz countertops, beautiful plank flooring, and chef-inspired stainless steel appliances. Our stylish shaker style cabinets complete the gourmet kitchen. Step outside your sanctuary to discover resort-style amenities designed for connection and relaxation. Dive into the shimmering pool, invigorate your senses in the state-of-the-art fitness room, or share joyful moments with your furry friend at the dog park. On-site laundry facilities make life effortless. Explore nearby Kennedy Park for picnics or indulge in retail therapy at Parkway Plaza. Alta Apartments isn't just a place to live; it's where your love story blossoms in sunny El Cajon. Find your dream El Cajon apartment today!
Highlights
- Pool
- Spa
- Office
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
- Grill
- Property Manager on Site
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 134price $2,043square feet 700availibility Now
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Unit 128price $2,043square feet 700availibility Now
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Unit 22price $2,307square feet 950availibility Now
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Unit 113price $2,337square feet 950availibility Now
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Unit 31price $2,387square feet 950availibility Now
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Unit 51price $2,183square feet 825availibility Now
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Unit 90price $2,233square feet 825availibility Now
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Unit 85price $2,263square feet 825availibility Now
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Unit 134price $2,043square feet 700availibility Now
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Unit 128price $2,043square feet 700availibility Now
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Unit 22price $2,307square feet 950availibility Now
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Unit 113price $2,337square feet 950availibility Now
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Unit 31price $2,387square feet 950availibility Now
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Unit 51price $2,183square feet 825availibility Now
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Unit 90price $2,233square feet 825availibility Now
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Unit 85price $2,263square feet 825availibility Now
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 ApplicantCharged per applicant.$64.50
- Due at Application
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.
Details
Lease Options
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12 mo
Property Information
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Built in 1970
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145 units/2 stories
Matterport 3D Tours
About ALTA
Fall in love with Alta Apartments El Cajon, where modern living meets romance! Imagine cozy nights and sun-drenched mornings in your elegant home, featuring sleek quartz countertops, beautiful plank flooring, and chef-inspired stainless steel appliances. Our stylish shaker style cabinets complete the gourmet kitchen. Step outside your sanctuary to discover resort-style amenities designed for connection and relaxation. Dive into the shimmering pool, invigorate your senses in the state-of-the-art fitness room, or share joyful moments with your furry friend at the dog park. On-site laundry facilities make life effortless. Explore nearby Kennedy Park for picnics or indulge in retail therapy at Parkway Plaza. Alta Apartments isn't just a place to live; it's where your love story blossoms in sunny El Cajon. Find your dream El Cajon apartment today!
ALTA is an apartment community located in San Diego County and the 92019 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Cajon Valley Union attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Ceiling Fan
- Vinyl Plank Flooring
- Stainless Steel Refrigerator
- On Site Laundry Rooms
- BBQ/ Picnic Area
- Newly Renovated Units
- Stainless Steel Dishwasher
- View
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Playground
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Recycling
- Public Transportation
- Clubhouse
- Walk-Up
- Fitness Center
- Spa
- Pool
- Playground
- Grill
- Picnic Area
- Dog Park
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Refrigerator
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Quartz Countertops
- Office
- Window Coverings
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Recycling
- Public Transportation
- Clubhouse
- Walk-Up
- Grill
- Picnic Area
- Dog Park
- Fitness Center
- Spa
- Pool
- Playground
- Ceiling Fan
- Vinyl Plank Flooring
- Stainless Steel Refrigerator
- On Site Laundry Rooms
- BBQ/ Picnic Area
- Newly Renovated Units
- Stainless Steel Dishwasher
- View
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Quartz Countertops
- Office
- Window Coverings
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Located 17 miles east of downtown San Diego, El Cajon combines suburban comfort with metropolitan convenience. This welcoming city offers various housing options, from apartment communities to single-family homes, with current rental rates averaging $1,725 for one-bedroom units and $2,057 for two bedrooms. Fletcher Hills and Rancho San Diego feature scenic views and convenient access to Parkway Plaza shopping center. The Water Conservation Garden and Butterfly Garden at Cuyamaca College provide peaceful outdoor spaces for residents to explore.
El Cajon's community spirit shines through its local businesses and cultural celebrations. The city is home to Taylor Guitars, a globally recognized manufacturer of premium acoustic and electric guitars. Community events like America on Main Street and the historic Mother Goose Parade, a beloved tradition since 1946, bring residents together each year. The area serves educational needs through Grossmont College and Cuyamaca College.
Learn more about living in El Cajon| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 9.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 20 min | 11.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 28 min | 18.6 mi |
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Transportation options available in El Cajon include El Cajon Station, located 2.9 miles from ALTA. ALTA is near San Diego International, located 19.4 miles or 27 minutes away.
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.9 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.1 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.4 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.6 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 6.3 mi |
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Drive: | 24 min | 18.5 mi |
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Drive: | 25 min | 18.6 mi |
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Drive: | 31 min | 23.7 mi |
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Drive: | 39 min | 30.7 mi |
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Drive: | 43 min | 34.4 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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San Diego International
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Drive: | 27 min | 19.4 mi |
Time and distance from ALTA.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Hollenbeck Canyon Wildlife Area
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.8 mi |
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Cottonwood County Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.3 mi |
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Woodhaven County Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.5 mi |
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Damon Lane County Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.9 mi |
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Lonny Brewer County Park
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Drive: | 9 min | 5.7 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 9 min | 6.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 8.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 9.5 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 24 min | 18.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 32 min | 21.6 mi |
Property Ratings at ALTA
Daryl was incredibly helpful and supportive throughout the entire process of selecting our apartment. From the very beginning, he went above and beyond to ensure we had all the information we needed, patiently answering our questions and guiding us through every step with professionalism and care. His dedication and willingness to go the extra mile—whether it was accommodating our schedule, promptly addressing our concerns, or offering thoughtful insights—made a significant difference and truly set him apart. We’re genuinely grateful for his assistance and couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
In the afternoons and evenings this place is very noisy. Kids in the complex leave dirt, soil, and trash everywhere including right on your doorstep. The smell of cigarette smoke enters your apartment if you open doors/windows from the chain smokers outside. The sidewalks are filthy and smell of urine. Recent roach and bed bug issues in neighboring units. Management and owners don’t not care about the living conditions. Not a good place to live.
Like many other future residents or new residents, I was impressed with the initial customer service early on. I almost rated this place higher almost a year ago but am glad I waited to get the full experience. Once you move in be prepared for the customer service to go from good to bad. This complex has a new manager in training every couple months. The newest round of managers lack customer service skills, are dismissive, and don’t care to resolve resident concerns. The water is off every week often without prior notice. Recently there was no hot water for 5-6 days and management did not address the matter or communicate with residents until about day 4. There are roaches in the laundry room and inside the washing machines. The laundry area is never cleaned or sanitized. Small children run in the parking lot unattended. A couple of children have made a daily routine of urinating outside the front doors of neighboring units and on the stairs. This place has really gone downhill since the previous manager left. Some of the units are upgraded and look nice but this place overall is the worse place I have ever lived in.
Los vecinos peleaban todos los días, los perros se hacían del baño diario enfrente de la casa , los niños se robaban los paquetes de Amazon ,FedEx,ebay...no hay control la manager necesita hacer un mejor trabajo...otra cosa el agua se va 3 veces por semana...
Almost 3 years there, very clean and calm, with a wonderful site manager (Claudia), she is always available to help with her excellent customer service.
The amenities that are mentioned (Hot tub, fitness center, laundry facilities..) are never in full working order. The fitness center is VERY small and half of the fitness equipment has not been functioning for over a year. The spa has not worked since 2014 at least. There are 8 washers in the laundry room and 4 are usually out of order at any given time. I'm not sure why the description above states there is a patio or balcony because there is not. You have to pay a flat rate per month for water but the management is constantly turning off the water all day to fix a "leak" and there's never any discount on the water bill for you having to go 8 or 9 hours without water. This happens 2 or 3 times a month. There's also no game room that I'm aware of. There are always kids running around screaming and cursing. The above description states the community is gated but the side gate is always broken (by one of the other tenants) and the gate into the parking section is stuck open most of the time. There's ALOT of homeless people around the complex so you'll see them inside the complex digging in the dumpster or sleeping in the laundry room. I've also witnessed a homeless person urinating by the dumpster. If your unit is by the street, then you will hear a lot of noise from booming cars, motorcycles, or people screaming on the street. I only recommend moving here if you're desperate.
Apartment is about 950 square feet of space. Two bed and two bath but only the hall bath room has a bath tub. Master bed room has just a shower in it's bathroom. Second bedroom is very typical bed room with a small closet. Master bedroom is very large with a large walk in closet. There's only an a/c in the living room wall, no central a/c so it gets very hot at the back end of the apartment during the Summer months, high 90's. Living room and dining area are large enough for my desk and there's a linen closet in the hall way but the cupboards aren't very deep. This complex recently changed it's stance on pets. Pets are no longer allowed so your furry friend can not come with you. It's also located n a bust street so lots of noise in and around the complex from time to time. The good thing is that there are lots of shops, banking, restaurants and doctor offices with in walking distance so it's easy to get around.
ALTA Photos
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2BR, 1BA, 825SF
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While ALTA does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
ALTA has one to two bedrooms with rent ranges from $2,043/mo. to $2,387/mo.
Yes, ALTA welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
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 $2,043 for a one bedroom, you would need to earn about $74,000 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.
ALTA is offering Discounts for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $2,043.
Yes! ALTA offers 2 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
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346 Jamacha Rd
El Cajon, CA 92019