How expensive is it to rent an apartment in El Cajon, CA?

The median El Cajon, CA rent is $2,100 which is above the national median rent of $1,469. In addition to the rent cost, you need to also account for costs of basic utilities consisting of water, garbage, electric and natural gas. Check with your local El Cajon utilities for estimates.

How many Apartments are available now in El Cajon, CA?

There are currently 978 apartments for rent on the Zillow platform in El Cajon, which fluctuated 0% over the past 30-days.

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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.

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.

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$1,759 - $3,429
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$2,125
2 beds, 1 bath | 1 unit available
Parkwood Gardens
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$2,982 - $4,068
2 beds, 2 baths | 4 units available
Ivanhoe Village Apartments
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$1,695 - $1,995
1 - 2 beds | 2 units available
Greentree Apartments
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$1,750 - $2,150
1 - 2 beds | 5 units available
Sandalwood Apartments
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$2,100
2 beds, 1 bath | 1 unit available
Greenfield Esates - El Cajon
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$1,895 - $2,195
1 - 2 beds | 2 units available
The Bend on Ballantyne
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$2,000 - $2,100
2 beds, 1 bath | 6 units available
Bella Vista Apartments
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$1,490 - $1,550
Studio, 1 bath | 4 units available
Vista Oaks
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$1,995
2 beds, 1 bath | 2 units available
Mollison Villas
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$2,064 - $4,116
2 beds, 1.5 baths | 5 units available
Terre at 1038 Peach
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$1,695 - $2,125
1 - 2 beds | 3 units available
180 N First St.
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$2,995
3 beds, 2 baths | 2 units available
Shannonwoods Townhomes
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$1,925 - $5,981
1 - 2 beds | 5 units available
Terre at Graves
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$2,368 - $2,774
1 - 2 beds | 8 units available
Rancho Hillside Apartments
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$1,616 - $3,565
Studio - 2 beds | 6 units available
Terre at E Park
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$2,736 - $6,212
3 beds, 2 baths | 6 units available
Terre at E Bradley
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$2,432 - $6,603
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1 - 3 beds | 33 units available
Park Pointe
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$1,986 - $3,151
1 - 2 beds | 8 units available
Sunset Gardens
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$2,215 - $2,300
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2 beds, 2 baths | 2 units available
Sunset View I
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$3,300
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3 beds, 2.5 baths | 1 unit available
Canyon Springs Townhome Apartments
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$1,690 - $1,990
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1 - 2 beds | 2 units available
Village Apartments
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$2,015
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2 beds, 1 bath | 1 unit available
Sunset View II
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$1,825 - $2,050
1 - 2 beds
Bradley Arms
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$2,175
2 beds, 2 baths | 1 unit available
Evergreen Villas
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$2,025
2 beds, 1 bath | 1 unit available
Town and Country Garden Apartments
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$2,295 - $2,375
2 beds, 2 baths | 2 units available
Portofino Apartments
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$1,795
1 bed, 1 bath | 1 unit available
Village Green Apartments
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$2,095
2 beds, 2 baths
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Terre at Wells

Terre at 1037 Peach

Parkwood Gardens

Ivanhoe Village Apartments

Greentree Apartments

Sandalwood Apartments

Greenfield Esates - El Cajon

The Bend on Ballantyne

Bella Vista Apartments

Vista Oaks

Mollison Villas

Terre at 1038 Peach

180 N First St.

Shannonwoods Townhomes

Terre at Graves

Rancho Hillside Apartments

Terre at E Park

Terre at E Bradley

Park Pointe

Sunset Gardens

Sunset View I

Canyon Springs Townhome Apartments

Village Apartments

Sunset View II

Bradley Arms

Evergreen Villas

Town and Country Garden Apartments

Portofino Apartments

Village Green Apartments

Heights Square