- Sandstone Ct, El Cajon, CA 92020$1,100/mo3 beds · 3 baths · 1,709 sq ftSandstone CtEl 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
- 11360 Via Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, CA 92019$2,850/mo2 beds · 2 baths · 1,136 sq ft11360 Via Rancho San DiegoEl Cajon, CA 92019
- 752 N Mollison Ave #C, El Cajon, CA 92021$1,200/mo1 bed · 1.5 baths · 1,004 sq ft752 N Mollison Ave #CEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 1020 S Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020$4,100/mo3 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,768 sq ft1020 S Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92020Special Offer
- 1011 Leslie Rd #7, El Cajon, CA 92020$2,600/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 750 sq ft1011 Leslie Rd #7El Cajon, CA 92020
- Jeannine Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021$1,300/mo1 bed · 1 bathJeannine LnEl Cajon, CA 92021
- 279 S Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020$1,700/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 550 sq ft279 S Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
- 3183 Dehesa Rd #23, El Cajon, CA 92019$2,795/mo2 beds · 2 baths · 1,371 sq ft3183 Dehesa Rd #23El Cajon, CA 92019
- 523 Hart Dr #5, El Cajon, CA 92021$3,450/mo3 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,350 sq ft523 Hart Dr #5El Cajon, CA 92021Special Offer
- 297 S Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020$1,650/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 600 sq ft297 S Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
- 285 S Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020$1,650/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 600 sq ft285 S Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
El Cajon Snapshot
Demographic highlights
- Per capita income
- $22,227
- Population density
- 12k per square mile
- Median household income
- $49,445
- Total population
- 175,068 people
- Median age
- 33 years old
- Square miles
- 14.57 square miles
- Percent renters
- 64%
Market highlights
- Median rent
- $2,095
- Median rent, monthly change
- 0.00%
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.
