Apartments for Rent in El Cajon CA
766 Rentals Available
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1 Bed$2,261+2 Beds$2,599+3 Beds$3,499+Total Monthly PriceTotal Monthly Price NewPrices include base rent and required monthly fees of $16. Variable costs based on usage may apply.Base Rent:1 Bed$2,245+2 Beds$2,583+3 Beds$3,483+1 Month Free
Pets Allowed Fitness Center Pool In Unit Washer & Dryer Walk-In Closets Clubhouse
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El Cajon Market Snapshot
Average 1-Bedroom Rent is $1,708/mo
Down -0.9% From Last Year
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1 Bed$2,541+2 Beds$3,133+Total Monthly PriceTotal Monthly Price NewPrices include base rent and required monthly fees of $8. Variable costs based on usage may apply.Base Rent:1 Bed$2,533+2 Beds$3,125+
Pets Allowed Fitness Center Pool Dishwasher Refrigerator Kitchen
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Studio$1,826+1 Bed$2,439+2 Beds$2,753+Total Monthly PriceTotal Monthly Price NewPrices include base rent and required monthly fees of $16. Variable costs based on usage may apply.Base Rent:Studio$1,810+1 Bed$2,423+2 Beds$2,737+1 Month Free
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1 Bed$2,327+2 Beds$2,962+Total Monthly PriceTotal Monthly Price NewPrices include base rent and required monthly fees of $16. Variable costs based on usage may apply.Base Rent:1 Bed$2,311+2 Beds$2,946+
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1 Bed$2,352+2 Beds$2,850+Total Monthly PriceTotal Monthly Price NewPrices include base rent and required monthly fees of $16. Variable costs based on usage may apply.Base Rent:1 Bed$2,336+2 Beds$2,834+Specials
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Explore Rent Prices Near El Cajon, CA
El Cajon, CA’s average rent price is $2,045 per month. Compare rent prices and available listings in nearby cities to find better value or more options that fit your budget.
| Average Rent | |
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| Lakeside | $1,793 |
| La Mesa | $2,357 |
| Santee | $2,327 |
| Spring Valley | $2,183 |
| Lemon Grove | $2,111 |
Average Monthly Rent is calculated using the average rent of active one-bedroom apartment listings.
El Cajon, CA Apartments for Rent
Set just east of San Diego along I-8, El Cajon delivers easy access to beaches, job centers, and the mountains. You'll find apartments for rent in El Cajon in Downtown/Main Street (steps from The Magnolia performing arts center), hillside Fletcher Hills (fast I-8 access), quiet Granite Hills (near local parks and open space), Bostonia (close to SR-67 and Gillespie Field), Rancho San Diego (near Cuyamaca College and The Water Conservation Garden), the Grossmont area on the La Mesa border (by shopping and Sharp Grossmont Hospital), and Singing Hills/Dehesa (golf resort country with wider views). El Cajon Transit Center connects to the San Diego Trolley Orange and Green Lines for straightforward rides to downtown and Mission Valley, while SR-125 ties you south toward Chula Vista. Off-peak, driving to downtown San Diego typically takes around 20–30 minutes.
Weekends are easy to fill: catch a show at The Magnolia, browse the Olaf Wieghorst Museum, or shop and see a movie at Parkway Plaza. City parks like Wells Park and Kennedy Park add green space for everyday downtime, and nearby Sycuan Casino Resort and Singing Hills Golf Resort offer a quick escape. Main Street's locally owned eateries keep dining interesting, from quick bites to late-night spots. If you want convenience, look for rentals close to El Cajon Transit Center. For shopping access, try apartments near Parkway Plaza. And for live entertainment, consider homes near The Magnolia.
El Cajon, CA Rental Insights
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The average rent in El Cajon, CA is $1,711 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,626, which means housing in El Cajon, CA is slightly more expensive than much of the country.
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Find affordable apartments for rent in El Cajon, CA by browsing listings in budget-friendly neighborhoods such as El Cajon Valley, Bostonia, and Kenilworth Farms. Use filters by price, number of bedrooms, and amenities to narrow your search.
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The most popular ZIP codes for renters in El Cajon, CA are 92020, 92021, and 92019.
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You can find flexible rentals in El Cajon, CA by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.
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Tour apartments from your couch with Matterport 3D Tours. We have 766 El Cajon apartments with virtual tours available. Walk through the apartment, view room layouts and get a feel for the space before an in-person tour.
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El Cajon, CA has limited transit options. A car is recommended for most errands and commutes.
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Students renting in El Cajon, CA have access to Grossmont College, Cuyamaca College, San Diego State University, and Alliant International Univ..