- Vista Cottages, El Cajon, CA 92019$2,995/mo2 beds · 2 units availableVista CottagesEl Cajon, CA 92019
- 1169 E Lexington Ave #B, El Cajon, CA 92019$1,795/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 600 sq ft1169 E Lexington Ave #BEl Cajon, CA 92019
- 669 Dorothy St #2, El Cajon, CA 92019$2,850/mo2 beds · 2 baths · 850 sq ft669 Dorothy St #2El Cajon, CA 92019View units
- 1022 Peach Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021$2,195/mo2 beds · 2 baths · 950 sq ft1022 Peach AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 499 E Park Ave #499, El Cajon, CA 92020$2,125/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 950 sq ft499 E Park Ave #499El Cajon, CA 92020
- 569 Greenfield Dr, El Cajon, CA 92021$3,000/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,120 sq ft569 Greenfield DrEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 300 Roanoke Rd #10, El Cajon, CA 92020$2,650/mo2 beds · 2 baths · 900 sq ft300 Roanoke Rd #10El Cajon, CA 92020
- 543 S Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020$1,995/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 825 sq ft543 S Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
- 1139 Sumner Ave #6, El Cajon, CA 92021$3,200/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,100 sq ft1139 Sumner Ave #6El Cajon, CA 92021
- 255 S 2nd St S #17, El Cajon, CA 92019$2,799/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,065 sq ft255 S 2nd St S #17El Cajon, CA 92019$500 Off
- 15504 Hawley Pl, El Cajon, CA 92021$3,500/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 1,450 sq ft15504 Hawley PlEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 1465 E Lexington Ave #17D, El Cajon, CA 92019$3,550/mo3 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,193 sq ft1465 E Lexington Ave #17DEl Cajon, CA 92019
- 14265 Rios Canyon Rd, El Cajon, CA 92021$3,100/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,100 sq ft14265 Rios Canyon RdEl Cajon, CA 92021Special Offer
- 5150 Dehesa Rd, El Cajon, CA 92019$3,750/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,600 sq ft5150 Dehesa RdEl Cajon, CA 92019
- 2063 Falmouth Dr, El Cajon, CA 92020$3,850/mo4 beds · 2 baths · 1,560 sq ft2063 Falmouth DrEl Cajon, CA 92020
- 627 Galena St, El Cajon, CA 92019$4,500/mo4 beds · 1.5 baths · 1,369 sq ft627 Galena StEl Cajon, CA 92019
- 198 Highline Trl, El Cajon, CA 92021$1,640/moStudio · 1 bath · 550 sq ft198 Highline TrlEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 757 Carlow Way, El Cajon, CA 92020$1,050/mo5 beds · 4.5 baths · 2,569 sq ft757 Carlow WayEl Cajon, CA 92020
- 1561 Rebecca Ln, El Cajon, CA 92019$4,395/mo3 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,592 sq ft1561 Rebecca LnEl Cajon, CA 92019
- 1082 Bostonia St, El Cajon, CA 92021$2,800/mo2 beds · 1 bath1082 Bostonia StEl 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
- 389 Shady Ln #1, El Cajon, CA 92021$3,800/mo3 beds · 3 baths · 1,386 sq ft389 Shady Ln #1El Cajon, CA 92021
- 1242 Persimmon Ave #3, El Cajon, CA 92021$3,800/mo4 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,600 sq ft1242 Persimmon Ave #3El Cajon, CA 92021
- Sandstone Ct, El Cajon, CA 92020$1,100/mo3 beds · 3 baths · 1,709 sq ftSandstone CtEl Cajon, CA 92020
- 477 Taft Ave #1, El Cajon, CA 92020$3,300/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 685 sq ft477 Taft Ave #1El Cajon, CA 92020
- 469 Taft Ave #1, El Cajon, CA 92020$4,100/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 700 sq ft469 Taft Ave #1El Cajon, CA 92020
- 1001 S Sunshine Ave #E, El Cajon, CA 92020$2,400/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 870 sq ft1001 S Sunshine Ave #EEl Cajon, CA 92020
- 1524 Shadow Knolls Dr, El Cajon, CA 92020$1,150/mo3 beds · 3 baths · 3,600 sq ft1524 Shadow Knolls DrEl Cajon, CA 92020
- 1857 El Pico Dr, El Cajon, CA 92020$3,500/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 1,100 sq ft1857 El Pico DrEl Cajon, CA 92020
- 475 Taft Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020$3,100/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 550 sq ft475 Taft AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
- 343 Claydelle Ave #C, El Cajon, CA 92020$2,500/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft343 Claydelle Ave #CEl Cajon, CA 92020
- S Ivory Ave, El Cajon, CA 92019$1,200/mo3 beds · 3 baths · 1,426 sq ftS Ivory AveEl Cajon, CA 92019
- 1296 Wenatchee Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021$2,200/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 400 sq ft1296 Wenatchee AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 196 W Park Ave W #1, El Cajon, CA 92020$3,385/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,067 sq ft196 W Park Ave W #1El Cajon, CA 92020
- 1489 Naranca Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021$4,500/mo4 beds · 3 baths · 1,607 sq ft1489 Naranca AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 1000 Estes St #8, El Cajon, CA 92020$3,200/mo3 beds · 3 baths · 1,298 sq ft1000 Estes St #8El Cajon, CA 92020$400 Off
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Frequently asked questions
How many private landlord rentals are available in El Cajon, CA
There are currently 95 private landlord rentals in the El Cajon area.
What does FRBO mean?
FRBO is an acronym for "For Rent by Owner." This means that the private landlord acts as the property manager and is the individual that a renter would work with directly for renting their property.
How do I search for house, apartment, condo, and townhome private landlord rentals (FRBO)?
Finding single family houses, apartments, condos, and townhomes that are 'For Rent by Owner' is easier on HotPads with our filtering features. Just click into the "All filters" tab and scroll down for "Additional options." Below this select "For rent by owner" to filter all houses and condos that are private landlord rentals.
Is there a discount for rental properties that are FRBO?
No, there aren't discounts for rental properties that are rented directly by the owners, however negotiating rental lease terms can sometimes be easier because you are communicating directly with the private landlord and not a real estate management company.
What is the average rent of studio rentals in El Cajon, CA?
The average rent for studio rentals in El Cajon is $1,500.
What is the average rent of 1 bedroom rentals in El Cajon, CA?
The average rent for 1 bedroom rentals in El Cajon is $1,887.
What is the average rent of 2 bedroom rentals in El Cajon, CA?
The average rent for 2 bedroom rentals in El Cajon is $2,507.
What is the average rent of 3 bedroom rentals in El Cajon, CA?
The average rent for 3 bedroom rentals in El Cajon is $3,797.
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.
