- 198 Highline Trl, El Cajon, CA 92021$1,640/moStudio · 1 bath · 550 sq ft198 Highline TrlEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 893 S Sunshine Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020$1,850/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 400 sq ft893 S Sunshine AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
- 1164 Merritt Dr, El Cajon, CA 92020$1,950/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 700 sq ft1164 Merritt DrEl Cajon, CA 92020
- 1135 E Lexington Ave, El Cajon, CA 92019$1,995/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft1135 E Lexington AveEl Cajon, CA 92019
- 1780 Jaime Lynn Ln, El Cajon, CA 92019$2,000/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 700 sq ft1780 Jaime Lynn LnEl Cajon, CA 92019
- 659 1/2 S Sunshine Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020$2,000/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 1,000 sq ft659 1/2 S Sunshine AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
- 1100-1154 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021$2,075/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 750 sq ft1100-1154 N Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021Price Drop
- 1766 Treseder Cir, El Cajon, CA 92019$2,150/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 475 sq ft1766 Treseder CirEl Cajon, CA 92019
- 1296 Wenatchee Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021$2,200/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 400 sq ft1296 Wenatchee AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 1431 Diamond Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021$2,495/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 1,050 sq ft1431 Diamond LnEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 1207-9 Lyons Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021$2,495/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 650 sq ft1207-9 Lyons LnEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 264 Richardson Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020$2,600/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 1,200 sq ft264 Richardson AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
- 1262 Marline Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021$2,600/mo2 beds · 2 baths · 1,000 sq ft1262 Marline AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 1413 Flag Ln #1413, El Cajon, CA 92021$2,800/mo2 beds · 2 baths · 840 sq ft1413 Flag LnEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 1082 Bostonia St, El Cajon, CA 92021$2,800/mo2 beds · 1 bath1082 Bostonia StEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 2221 Suncrest Blvd, El Cajon, CA 92021$2,995/mo2 beds · 1.5 baths · 1,167 sq ft2221 Suncrest BlvdEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 8538 Blanco Ter, El Cajon, CA 92021$2,995/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,700 sq ft8538 Blanco TerEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 904 Lemon Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020$3,100/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,010 sq ft904 Lemon AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
- 417 S 2nd St, El Cajon, CA 92019$3,295/mo3 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,100 sq ft417 S 2nd StEl Cajon, CA 92019
- 303 S Sunshine Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020$3,295/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 784 sq ft303 S Sunshine AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
- 1577 Greencrest Ct, El Cajon, CA 92019$3,350/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,152 sq ft1577 Greencrest CtEl Cajon, CA 92019
- Vista Sierra Dr, El Cajon, CA 92019$3,390/mo2 beds · 2 baths · 1,200 sq ftEl Cajon, CAEl Cajon, CA 92019$500 Off
- Dewitt Ct, El Cajon, CA 92020$3,499/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,258 sq ftEl Cajon, CAEl Cajon, CA 92020
- 15504 Hawley Pl, El Cajon, CA 92021$3,500/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 1,450 sq ft15504 Hawley PlEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 770 S Sunshine Ave S, El Cajon, CA 92020$3,500/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,008 sq ft770 S Sunshine Ave SEl Cajon, CA 92020
- 1078 Cosmo Ave, El Cajon, CA 92019$3,500/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 500 sq ft1078 Cosmo AveEl Cajon, CA 92019
- 1584 Greenfield Dr, El Cajon, CA 92021$3,500/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,302 sq ft1584 Greenfield DrEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 1857 El Pico Dr, El Cajon, CA 92020$3,500/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 1,100 sq ft1857 El Pico DrEl Cajon, CA 92020
- 1231 Evilo St, El Cajon, CA 92021$3,500/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,138 sq ft1231 Evilo StEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 1112 Lemon Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020$3,525/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,200 sq ft1112 Lemon AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
- 1341 Greenfield Dr, El Cajon, CA 92021$3,695/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,489 sq ft1341 Greenfield DrEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 1327 N 1st St, El Cajon, CA 92021$3,700/mo3 beds · 2 baths1327 N 1st StEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 516-2 Brighthaven Ave, El Cajon, CA 92019$3,700/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,320 sq ft516-2 Brighthaven AveEl Cajon, CA 92019
- 10009 Bon Vue Dr, El Cajon, CA 92021$3,700/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,170 sq ft10009 Bon Vue DrEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 5150 Dehesa Rd, El Cajon, CA 92019$3,750/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,600 sq ft5150 Dehesa RdEl Cajon, CA 92019
- 13746 Gateway View Dr, El Cajon, CA 92021$3,800/mo4 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,717 sq ft13746 Gateway View DrEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 640 Claydelle Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020$3,800/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,568 sq ft640 Claydelle AveEl Cajon, CA 92020Special Offer
- 370 Richfield Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020$3,800/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,250 sq ft370 Richfield AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
- 1355 Bluebell Way, El Cajon, CA 92021$3,800/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,555 sq ft1355 Bluebell WayEl Cajon, CA 92021
El Cajon Snapshot
Frequently asked questions
How many cheaper, more affordable Rental Houses are available in El Cajon, CA?
There are currently 81 cheaper houses available for rent.
What does "Cheap" mean for rental homes in El Cajon, CA?
Cheap is a relative term to communicate more "affordable" rental and living expenses. Although a rental property might be found within the "Cheap Houses" search, does not mean it is a low-quality rental. These more affordable single family homes are also relative to the other rental home inventory within El Cajon. Some areas will be cheaper than others and based on demand, rent will fluctuate.
How to search for Cheap Houses in El Cajon, CA?
When searching on HotPads for more affordable houses, use the "Sort:" feature to sort single family homes by Lowest Price for El Cajon. Additionally, set a max price for your search and select "Save search" to be notified in real-time when "cheaper" houses come on the market.
What are some additional tips for securing a "cheaper" rental home?
Single family homeowners or property managers can be easier to negotiate rental terms with than larger multi-tenant buildings. Here are a couple things that you can discuss to potentially drop monthly rental costs:
- Offer to sign a longer lease for lowered monthly rent
- Negotiate landscaping or property maintenance for lowered monthly rent
- Educate yourself regarding the housing rental market and market rates in El Cajon. Knowing this will help you accurately negotiate fair rent.
About El Cajon
Area Information
El Cajon is a Southern California suburban city, conveniently located 15 miles east of San Diego. A quick hop to San Diego offers the glories of the San Diego Bay, as well as major attractions, including the San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park. Coronado Beach, part of an island near San Diego, is 30 minutes away and offers sun, surf and sand in a relaxing atmosphere. Birdwatching and hiking at the San Diego National Wildlife Refuge is just an 8-mile drive. For a more involved nature experience, camping facilities at the Cleveland National Forest are less than 30 miles away. LEGOLand is only 40 miles away, which barely gives kids time to ask, 'Are we there yet?' The border of Mexico is just a 30-minute drive, so an international day trip or weekend getaway is easy when you rent in El Cajon. Apartments for rent in El Cajon give you access to a centrally-located transit center. Bus lines take you all around the city and greater San Diego County. Additionally, a trolley line serves the city and San Diego, all the way to the Mexican border. Downtown El Cajon features a variety of shops and restaurants, as well as special events for the family.
Renting in El Cajon, CA
El Cajon's rents are drastically lower than San Diego County as a whole. Commuters and those looking for a good deal in the county are drawn to the area. While there is still quite a bit of competition for housing, your odds of finding something you love here are better than in communities closer to the coast.
Tourist attractions
- Taylor Guitars: Music fans will enjoy the factory tour and might even find a great deal on a new instrument.
- Air Group One Museum: This Air Force museum offers flights in a World War II Warbird over the beautiful San Diego Bay.
- Wieghorst Western Heritage Center: The center showcases the beautiful Western-themed paintings of Olaf Wieghorst.
- Oktoberfest: A festival celebrating German culture, food and beer.
