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.

1286 Rippey St

2003 Pierce Ct

719 Mahogany Dr #ID1307533P

606 S Sunshine Ave

Terre at Graves

1825 Teton Pass St

(Undisclosed Address)

Park Pointe

2052 Hidden Mesa Rd

Terre at E Bradley

1969 Azure Ter

Terre at Lexi

ALTA

11994 Calle Limonero

1212 Topper Ln

Terre at Madison

2388 Windmill View Rd

Terre at Bradley

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Ivanhoe Village Apartments

1737 Grove Rd #1

Terre at Mollison

1704 Broadway

2149 Merlyn Pl

910 S Lincoln Ave S

Terre at S Lincoln

Terre at 989 Peach

479 Goulburn Ct

1732 Sea Pines Rd

1012 S Mollison Ave

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