The Madison
1360 E Madison Ave,
El Cajon, CA 92021
$1,838 - $2,485
1-2 Beds
Bella Vista
950 E Madison Ave,
El Cajon,
CA
92021
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About Bella Vista
At Bella Vista in El Cajon, CA, experience stylish living. These apartments are located on E. Madison Ave in El Cajon. The leasing team is ready for you to come by for a tour. Make a visit to see the available floorplan options. It's time to love where you live. Stop by for a visit today.
Bella Vista is an apartment community located in San Diego County and the 92021 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Cajon Valley Union attendance zone.
Community Amenities
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- Pool
- Gated
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- Heating
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
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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.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| East County | El Cajon, CA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,961 | $1,434 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,186 | $1,693 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,966 | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,956 | $2,568 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 9.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 25 min | 17.9 mi |
Bella Vista is within 11 minutes or 5.3 miles from Grossmont College. It is also near Cuyamaca College and San Diego State University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-6
855 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 7-8
532 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
967 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,652 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-6
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Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
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Private Elementary School
Grades K
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Transportation options available in El Cajon include Arnele Avenue, located 1.8 miles from Bella Vista. Bella Vista is near San Diego International, located 17.9 miles or 25 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.1 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.8 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.8 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 22 min | 17.0 mi |
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Drive: | 23 min | 17.1 mi |
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Drive: | 29 min | 22.2 mi |
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Drive: | 37 min | 29.2 mi |
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Drive: | 41 min | 32.9 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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San Diego International
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Drive: | 25 min | 17.9 mi |
Time and distance from Bella Vista.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi |
Bella Vista has 3 shopping centers within 0.8 mile, which is about a 14-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Hollenbeck Canyon Wildlife Area
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Drive: | 5 min | 3.3 mi |
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Lonny Brewer County Park
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.5 mi |
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Woodhaven County Park
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.0 mi |
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Mt. Helix Park
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Drive: | 11 min | 5.1 mi |
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Damon Lane County Park
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Drive: | 11 min | 5.3 mi |
Bella Vista has 5 parks within 5.3 miles, including Hollenbeck Canyon Wildlife Area, Damon Lane County Park, and Lonny Brewer County Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 4.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 7.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 8.0 mi |
Bella Vista has 3 hospitals within 8.0 miles, the nearest is Grossmont Hospital which is 4.9 miles away and a 7 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 22 min | 17.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 30 min | 20.1 mi |
Bella Vista is 17.1 miles from San Diego Naval Air Station, and is convenient to other military bases, including USMC Air Station Miramar.
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950 E Madison Ave
El Cajon, CA 92021