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Highlights
- Outdoor adventure
- Easy access
Location
411 S Johnson Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA|El Cajon
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Property Overview
Palm Villas Apartments delivers strong value with an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8/10, highlighted by perfect 10/10 scores for both price and amenities that signal excellent livability for the cost. Its 9/10 location rating reflects convenient access to everyday essentials and outdoor adventure, while an 8/10 trustworthiness score indicates transparent, detailed property information that helps renters understand what to expect.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Laundry available on site
Floor plans
| 3/2 | 3 bed | 2 bath | 1,100 sqft | $2,825 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for Palm Villas Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning |
Appliances
| Central Air and Heat | Electric Stove |
| Range | Refrigerator |
Building
| Controlled Access | Laundry Room On-site |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Gated Community |
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
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 19 |
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About Palm Villas Apartments
Palm Villas Apartments cost $2,825 per month. A couple amenities for this apartment building include but are not limited to: controlled access and on-site laundry. Located at 411 S Johnson Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA, Palm Villas Apartments has 3 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 3 bedrooms in El Cajon, renting an apartment at Palm Villas Apartments is 9% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around El Cajon include but are not limited to: 11012 Camino Playa Carmel, 8563 Lake Murray Blvd, 1451 Brabham St, 1360 E Madison Ave
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.
8.8
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Palm Villas Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Palm Villas Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
Palm Villas 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.
Palm Villas 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, 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.
Palm Villas 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·6A 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.
While Palm Villas Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.
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 Palm Villas Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in El Cajon
3-bedroom apartments at Palm Villas Apartments cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in El Cajon.
Median rents as of May 30 2026.
El Cajon
El Cajon
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,600 |
| July 2024 | $1,596 |
| August 2024 | $1,564 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,600 |
| July 2024 | $1,596 |
| August 2024 | $1,564 |
| 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 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 411 S Johnson Ave?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$113,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $113,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,825.
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Schools near Palm Villas Apartments
Johnson Elementary School
500 w madison
el cajon, CA, 92020
K-5Public
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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Getting around El Cajon near 411 S Johnson Ave
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 411 S Johnson Ave, El Cajon
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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