The Timbers Apartments
1110 Petree St,
El Cajon, CA 92020
$1,832 - $1,909
1 Bed
Sunset Gardens
848 N Mollison Ave,
El Cajon,
CA
92021
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Bedrooms
1 bd
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Bathrooms
1 ba
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Square Feet
740 sq ft
Sunset Gardens
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Experience a carefree, relaxing lifestyle at Sunset Gardens Apartments in El Cajon, CA. We are perfectly situated in a well-kept area with lush and beautifully landscaped grounds, providing easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment. Thoughtfully designed with comfort in mind, our expansive one bedroom apartments and two bedroom townhomes feature a wide array of stylishly efficient amenities including a fully equipped kitchen, air conditioning, plush carpeting, ceiling fans, window coverings, fenced-in backyards, patios or balconies, extra storage, and more! We bring you classic apartment living at its best. Sunset Gardens' professional management team guarantees you'll enjoy a comfortable life of relaxation. From our beautiful pool and spa, convenient laundry room, available carports, and on-site maintenance, you'll find easy living with endless comforts and conveniences. We pride ourselves on ensuring residents only the best in apartment living.*** $25 per person per month water charge.
Highlights
- Bay Window
- Yard
- High Ceilings
- Pool
- Walk-In Closets
- Spa
- Picnic Area
- Grill
- Balcony
About Sunset Gardens
Experience a carefree, relaxing lifestyle at Sunset Gardens Apartments in El Cajon, CA. We are perfectly situated in a well-kept area with lush and beautifully landscaped grounds, providing easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment. Thoughtfully designed with comfort in mind, our expansive one bedroom apartments and two bedroom townhomes feature a wide array of stylishly efficient amenities including a fully equipped kitchen, air conditioning, plush carpeting, ceiling fans, window coverings, fenced-in backyards, patios or balconies, extra storage, and more! We bring you classic apartment living at its best. Sunset Gardens' professional management team guarantees you'll enjoy a comfortable life of relaxation. From our beautiful pool and spa, convenient laundry room, available carports, and on-site maintenance, you'll find easy living with endless comforts and conveniences. We pride ourselves on ensuring residents only the best in apartment living.*** $25 per person per month water charge.
Sunset Gardens 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.
Unique Features
- Air Conditioner
- Carport
- Electronic Thermostat
- Carpeting
- Ceiling Fan
- Efficient Appliances
- BBQ/Picnic Area
- Patio/Balcony
- Pool
- Extra Storage
- Flexible rent payment option, through FLEX
- Large Closets
- Preinstalled WiFi with 1st Month Free from Cox!
Community Amenities
Pool
Laundry Facilities
Recycling
Grill
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
- Recycling
- Online Services
- Walk-Up
- Spa
- Pool
- Grill
- Picnic Area
- Pond
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Walk-In Closets
Yard
Refrigerator
Wi-Fi
Indoor Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Handrails
- Sprinkler System
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Instant Hot Water
Model Details
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- High Ceilings
- Bay Window
- Views
- Walk-In Closets
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
- Patio
- Yard
Location
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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.
Learn more about living in El Cajon
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| East County | El Cajon, CA | |
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| Studio | $1,961 | $1,429 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,185 | $1,709 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,968 | $2,047 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $3,588 | $2,584 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 6.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 10.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 25 min | 17.4 mi |
Sunset Gardens is within 10 minutes or 4.8 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 6-8
967 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 7-8
532 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,652 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades 1-12
1 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades K
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-6
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in El Cajon include Arnele Avenue, located 1.8 miles from Sunset Gardens. Sunset Gardens is near San Diego International, located 18.0 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 | 2.6 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.8 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.3 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.3 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 23 min | 17.1 mi |
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Drive: | 23 min | 17.2 mi |
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Drive: | 28 min | 21.7 mi |
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Drive: | 36 min | 28.7 mi |
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Drive: | 40 min | 32.4 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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San Diego International
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Drive: | 25 min | 18.0 mi |
Time and distance from Sunset Gardens.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi |
Sunset Gardens has 3 shopping centers within 0.3 mile, which is about a 5-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 | 3.5 mi |
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Lonny Brewer County Park
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.0 mi |
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Woodhaven County Park
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Drive: | 11 min | 5.6 mi |
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Damon Lane County Park
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Drive: | 12 min | 6.0 mi |
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Mt. Helix Park
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Drive: | 12 min | 6.3 mi |
Sunset Gardens has 5 parks within 6.3 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 | 5.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 7.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 8.1 mi |
Sunset Gardens has 3 hospitals within 8.1 miles, the nearest is Grossmont Hospital which is 5.0 miles away and a 7 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 22 min | 17.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 29 min | 19.6 mi |
Sunset Gardens is 17.2 miles from San Diego Naval Air Station, and is convenient to other military bases, including USMC Air Station Miramar.
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848 N Mollison Ave
El Cajon, CA 92021