Ponderosa Apts
523 Graves Ave,
El Cajon,
CA
92020
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| Beds | Baths | Average SF | Availability |
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| 1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Br | 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba | — | Not Available |
Fees and Policies
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Surface Lot--1 Max
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Property Information
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Built in 1987
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24 units/2 stories
About Ponderosa Apts
Ponderosa offers a blend of style and comfort. This community is located at 523 Graves Ave in the 92020 area of El Cajon. From amenities to availability, the professional leasing team will assist you in finding your new home. Your new home awaits you at Ponderosa. Contact us or stop in to schedule a tour.
Ponderosa Apts is an apartment community located in San Diego County and the 92020 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Cajon Valley Union attendance zone.
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
Apartment Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Smoke Free
Location
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A suburb of San Diego, El Cajon is a scenic city nestled in a valley and surrounded by mountainous terrain, nicknamed “The Box” for its secluded feel. Located about 17 miles east of Downtown San Diego, El Cajon is an ideal choice for commuters. Residents have easy access to public bus routes, Interstate 8, and Highways 125 and 52. In addition to job opportunities in San Diego, there are so many shopping, dining, and entertainment options as well.
El Cajun resides near Mission Trails Regional Park and Harry Griffen Park, so outdoor adventure is always around the corner. Locals can shop the 170 stores at Parkway Plaza, watch the annual Air Show San Diego event at Gillespie Field, try their luck at the Sycuan Casino, or catch some air at Kennedy Skate Park. Residents appreciate the community events in Downtown El Cajon, such as the weekly Cajun Classic Cruise, the summertime Dinner and a Concert Series, the annual HauntFest, America on Main, and the Mother Goose Parade.
Learn more about living in El CajonBelow are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments
| Beds | Average Size | Lowest | Typical | Premium |
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| Studio Studio Studio | 5756 Sq Ft | $1,800 | $2,525 | $13,000 |
| 1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed | 4593 Sq Ft | $2,000 | $2,963 | $9,900 |
| 2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds | 6779 Sq Ft | $2,525 | $3,762 | $9,250 |
| 3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds | 8594 Sq Ft | $3,300 | $4,828 | $11,800 |
| 4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds | 2996 Sq Ft | $950 | $7,289 | $35,000 |
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Smoke Free
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 9.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 24 min | 17.4 mi |
Ponderosa Apts is within 10 minutes or 4.9 miles from Grossmont College. It is also near Cuyamaca College and San Diego State University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
704 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-1
21 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
21 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades K
Nearby
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Transportation options available in El Cajon include Arnele Avenue, located 1.2 miles from Ponderosa Apts. Ponderosa Apts is near San Diego International, located 17.5 miles or 24 minutes away.
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.5 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 4.3 mi |
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 21 min | 16.6 mi |
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Drive: | 22 min | 16.7 mi |
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Drive: | 27 min | 21.6 mi |
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Drive: | 36 min | 28.6 mi |
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Drive: | 39 min | 32.3 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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San Diego International
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Drive: | 24 min | 17.5 mi |
Time and distance from Ponderosa Apts.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
Ponderosa Apts has 3 shopping centers within 0.7 mile, which is about a 13-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: | 6 min | 4.0 mi |
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Lonny Brewer County Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.2 mi |
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Eucalyptus County Park
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Drive: | 9 min | 5.3 mi |
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Damon Lane County Park
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Drive: | 12 min | 5.6 mi |
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Mt. Helix Park
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Drive: | 11 min | 5.8 mi |
Ponderosa Apts has 5 parks within 5.8 miles, including Hollenbeck Canyon Wildlife Area, Damon Lane County Park, and Lonny Brewer County Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 4.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 6.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 7.6 mi |
Ponderosa Apts has 3 hospitals within 7.6 miles, the nearest is Grossmont Hospital which is 4.4 miles away and a 6 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 21 min | 16.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 28 min | 19.5 mi |
Ponderosa Apts is 16.6 miles from San Diego Naval Air Station, and is convenient to other military bases, including USMC Air Station Miramar.
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What neighborhood is the property located in?
Ponderosa Apts is in the city of El Cajon. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 0.7 mile of the property.Five parks are within 5.8 miles, including Hollenbeck Canyon Wildlife Area, Damon Lane County Park, and Lonny Brewer County Park.
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523 Graves Ave
El Cajon, CA 92020
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