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Wells Garden Apartments
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Wells Garden Apartments
Wells Garden Apartments
280 Wells Ave,
El Cajon,
CA
92020
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Highlights
- Deck
- Gated
- Balcony
- Property Manager on Site
- Patio
About Wells Garden Apartments
At Wells Garden Apartments, you've discovered your new place. In El Cajon's 92020 area, moving to this community offers a number of nearby highlights. Make a visit to check out the current floorplan options. This community offers you a selection of features. Some of these include: handrails, patios, and convenient on-site parking options. Experience a new standard at Wells Garden Apartments.
Wells Garden Apartments is an apartment community located in San Diego County and the 92020 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Cajon Valley Union School District attendance zone.
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Property Manager on Site
- Gated
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
High Speed Internet Access
Refrigerator
Patio
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Handrails
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Balcony
- Patio
- Deck
280 Wells Ave,
El Cajon,
CA
92020
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,538 | $1,437 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,771 | $1,707 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,135 | $2,056 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,673 | $2,582 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 9.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 25 min | 17.4 mi |
Wells Garden Apartments is within 11 minutes or 5.0 miles from Grossmont College. It is also near Cuyamaca College and San Diego State University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
766 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
516 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
942 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,701 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
25 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in El Cajon include Arnele Avenue, located 1.3 miles from Wells Garden Apartments. Wells Garden Apartments is near San Diego International, located 17.5 miles or 25 minutes away.
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.6 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 4.4 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 22 min | 16.6 mi |
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Drive: | 22 min | 16.8 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 | 17.5 mi |
Walkability Near Wells Garden Apartments
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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Soundscore™
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-Airport
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from Wells Garden Apartments.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi |
Wells Garden Apartments 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: | 6 min | 4.1 mi |
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Lonny Brewer County Park
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.3 mi |
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Mt. Helix Park
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Drive: | 11 min | 4.9 mi |
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Eucalyptus County Park
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.4 mi |
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Damon Lane County Park
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Drive: | 12 min | 5.7 mi |
Wells Garden Apartments has 5 parks within 5.7 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 | 4.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 6.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 7.6 mi |
Wells Garden Apartments has 3 hospitals within 7.6 miles, the nearest is Grossmont Hospital which is 4.5 miles away and a 6 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 22 min | 16.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 29 min | 19.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 29 min | 22.0 mi |
Wells Garden Apartments has 3 military bases within 22.0 miles, the nearest is San Diego Naval Air Station which is 16.7 miles away and a 22 minute drive.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
280 Wells Ave
El Cajon, CA 92020