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Open House: Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Beautifully Remodeled 3 Bed / 2 Bath Home – Available May 2 Be the first to enjoy this stunning, fully remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offering 1,792 sq ft of modern, comfortable living space. Designed with both style and functionality in mind, this home is perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Home Highlights: Spacious, open living room with fireplace Stylish flooring throughout Upgraded kitchen with granite countertops & oak cabinetry Dishwasher Dual-pane windows for energy efficiency Central air conditioning Laundry gas or electric hook ups in garage Attached 2-car garage Utilities & Responsibilities: Tenant responsible for water, sewer, trash, SDG&E, and landscaping Availability: Available May 2 for immediate move-in (Property cannot be held for future dates)
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 851 Taft Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 560 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | El Cajon |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 92020 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in El Cajon
3-bedroom apartments at 851 Taft Ave cost about 21% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in El Cajon.
Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
El Cajon
El Cajon
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $2,995 |
| June 2024 | $3,412 |
| July 2024 | $3,421 |
| August 2024 | $3,074 |
| September 2024 | $3,162 |
| October 2024 | $3,348 |
| November 2024 | $3,418 |
| December 2024 | $3,286 |
| January 2025 | $3,212 |
| February 2025 | $3,071 |
| March 2025 | $3,221 |
| April 2025 | $3,016 |
| May 2025 | $3,027 |
| June 2025 | $3,031 |
| July 2025 | $3,042 |
| August 2025 | $3,125 |
| September 2025 | $3,018 |
| October 2025 | $3,113 |
| November 2025 | $3,075 |
| December 2025 | $3,195 |
| January 2026 | $3,003 |
| February 2026 | $3,041 |
| March 2026 | $3,087 |
| April 2026 | $3,154 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $2,991 |
| June 2024 | $3,311 |
| July 2024 | $3,330 |
| August 2024 | $2,997 |
| September 2024 | $3,082 |
| October 2024 | $3,249 |
| November 2024 | $3,401 |
| December 2024 | $3,340 |
| January 2025 | $3,212 |
| February 2025 | $3,062 |
| March 2025 | $3,180 |
| April 2025 | $2,967 |
| May 2025 | $2,996 |
| June 2025 | $2,962 |
| July 2025 | $3,025 |
| August 2025 | $3,053 |
| September 2025 | $2,975 |
| October 2025 | $3,067 |
| November 2025 | $3,042 |
| December 2025 | $3,170 |
| January 2026 | $2,933 |
| February 2026 | $2,992 |
| March 2026 | $3,006 |
| April 2026 | $3,107 |
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3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 851 Taft Ave
Anza Elementary School
1005 s anza st
el cajon, CA, 92020
K-6Public
C+
Empower
165 roanoke rd
el cajon, CA, 92020
K-8Public
B+
Cajon Valley Home
2962 jamul dr
el cajon, CA, 92019
K-8Public
C+
Lakeside Union Alternative Education
9308 winter gardens blvd
lakeside, CA, 92040
K-8Public
B
Lemon Grove Academy Elementary
7885 golden ave
lemon grove, CA, 91945
K-6Public
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Neighborhood
El Cajon | El Cajon, CA
Getting around El Cajon near 851 Taft Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 851 Taft Ave, El Cajon
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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