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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • Prime location
  • Fitness center
  • Air conditioning
  • On-site laundry
  • Sparkling swimming pool

Location

355 Orlando St, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA|El Cajon
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Management

Valor Property Management

Leasing office

(619) 840-6502

Property Overview

Casa Tierra Apartments stands out with a strong Zumper Expert Rating, backed by excellent scores for price, amenities, and location, along with solid quality and trustworthiness. It also offers several advantages for renters, including a competitive value per square foot, 17 photos, and nearby transit and grocery access. Great for pet friendliness, social life, and fitness wellness, it features a swimming pool, fitness center, air conditioning, on-site laundry, and a prime location.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.4
Excellent
Casa Tierra Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life
  • Wellness
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1/1 up and down no patio1 bed1 bath725 sqft$1,695 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to your new home at Casa Tierra! This 1 bedroom 1 bathroom is nestled in a gated and beautifully landscaped community. Located near Wells Park, you'll find easy access to I-8, La Mesa, and San Diego. Enjoy a prime location close to shopping, dining, entertainment, and public transportation—perfect for both work and play! Apartment Features: • Air conditioning & ceiling fans • All-electric kitchen with refrigerator • Carpeted flooring • Extra storage & mirrored closet doors • Cable ready Community Amenities: • Gated community with lush landscaping • Sparkling swimming pool • Fitness center • Picnic & BBQ area • On-site laundry facilities • On-call maintenance • Short-term leasing available Pet Policy: Reasonable accommodations available for service or companion animals in connection with a disability. Rent: $1,695 Utilities: $25 Deposit: $1,000 Application Fee: $25 Questions or tours? Call Nicole at 619-840-6502! Professionally managed by Valor Property Management Photos may be of similar unit, layout may vary*

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Amenities for Casa Tierra Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningAll Electric Kitchen
Ceiling FanMini-blinds
Mirrored Closet DoorsVinyl Floors

Appliances

Electric StoveRange
Refrigerator

Tech

Cable Ready

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKFitness Center
Fitness StudioOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingBBQ Area
Outdoor SpacePet-Friendly Community
Swimming Pool

Neighborhood

Easy Access to Public TransportationEasy Freeway Access
Public Parks Nearby
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units41
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About Casa Tierra Apartments

HomeApartments in El CajonEl Cajon Casa Tierra Apartments

Welcome to Casa Tierra Apartment Home! A gated and beautifully landscaped community located near Wells Park with easy access to I-8, La Mesa, and San Diego. Enjoy a prime location close to shopping, dining, entertainment, and public transportation—perfect for both work and play. Casa Tierra offers 1- and 2-bedroom apartment homes with thoughtfully designed layouts and everyday comforts. Each home features an all-electric kitchen, air conditioning, ceiling fans, extra storage, and a private balcony or patio—ideal for relaxing after a long day! Questions or tours? Call Nicole at 619-840-6502!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.4
/10
Excellent
Casa Tierra Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Casa Tierra Apartments
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Casa Tierra Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Casa Tierra Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Casa Tierra Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·9A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
Casa Tierra Apartments has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Casa Tierra Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • Area has 20 parks and recreation options
  • A bustling neighborhood

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • On-site pool or spa
  • There are 41 grocery stores within 1 mile

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 6 pet grooming services nearby
  • 9 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 Casa Tierra Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 75 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in El Cajon

1-bedroom apartments at Casa Tierra Apartments cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in El Cajon.

Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.
El Cajon
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A table of studio rental data trends in El Cajon
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,550
September 2024$1,557
October 2024$1,582
November 2024$1,577
December 2024$1,576
January 2025$1,556
February 2025$1,580
March 2025$1,572
April 2025$1,570
May 2025$1,553
June 2025$1,605
July 2025$1,562
August 2025$1,569
September 2025$1,564
October 2025$1,564
November 2025$1,535
December 2025$1,539
January 2026$1,495
February 2026$1,476
March 2026$1,486
April 2026$1,498
May 2026$1,494
June 2026$1,532
July 2026$1,490
August 2026$1,460
A table of studio rental data trends in El Cajon
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,550
September 2024$1,557
October 2024$1,582
November 2024$1,577
December 2024$1,576
January 2025$1,556
February 2025$1,580
March 2025$1,572
April 2025$1,570
May 2025$1,553
June 2025$1,605
July 2025$1,562
August 2025$1,569
September 2025$1,564
October 2025$1,564
November 2025$1,535
December 2025$1,539
January 2026$1,495
February 2026$1,476
March 2026$1,486
April 2026$1,498
May 2026$1,494
June 2026$1,532
July 2026$1,490
August 2026$1,460

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near Casa Tierra Apartments

Lexington Elementary School

1145 redwood ave

el cajon, CA, 92019

K-5Public
C

Cajon Valley Home

2962 jamul dr

el cajon, CA, 92019

K-8Public
C+

Empower

165 roanoke rd

el cajon, CA, 92020

K-8Public
B+

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

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around El Cajon near 355 Orlando St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 355 Orlando St, El Cajon

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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