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Highlights
- Gated parking
- On-site laundry
- 24 hour fitness
- 24 hour fitness membership
Location
148 Taft Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA|El Cajon
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Property Overview
TAFT is a highly rated, great-value community with a 9.2 overall Zumper Expert Rating, including perfect marks for price and strong scores for amenities, location, quality, and trustworthiness. Residents benefit from gated parking, on-site laundry, and 24-hour fitness access, while enjoying convenient proximity to top-rated elementary and middle schools and strong value for money compared to other options in the area.
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
Less expensive- Middle school nearby
- Elementary school nearby
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 875 sqft | $1,925 /mo | 1 unit available | This gated upstairs apartment at 148 Taft Avenue offers comfort, convenience, and an unbeatable location in the heart of Downtown El Cajon. The home features new flooring throughout, a spacious living room and two nicely sized bedrooms. The kitchen is equipped with an electric range/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave. Additional amenities include air conditioning, off-street gated parking and on-site laundry. Located within walking distance of Downtown El Cajon’s newly revitalized Main Street, residents enjoy easy access to a wide variety of restaurants, shops, coffee houses, seasonal events, parades, Starbucks, and 24 Hour Fitness half a mile away, along with many other neighborhood amenities. The property is also centrally located near Highways 67 and 8, making commuting throughout San Diego County quick and convenient. Limited-time leasing incentive: New residents will receive a $500 Move-In Credit plus a complimentary 1-Year Gold Membership to 24 Hour Fitness located approximately ½ mile away ($300 Value), adding extra lifestyle value to this already convenient location. Utilities are not included. To schedule a property tour, please call 619-335-5670. |
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Amenities for TAFT
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Balcony |
| Deck | Living Room |
| Wall Heater |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Oven |
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove/Oven | Wall A/C |
Tech
| Cable Ready |
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
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 16 |
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About TAFT
This gated upstairs apartment at 148 Taft Avenue offers comfort, convenience, and an unbeatable location in the heart of Downtown El Cajon. The home features new flooring throughout, a spacious living room and two nicely sized bedrooms. The kitchen is equipped with an electric range/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave. Additional amenities include air conditioning, off-street gated parking and on-site laundry. Located within walking distance of Downtown El Cajon’s newly revitalized Main Street, residents enjoy easy access to a wide variety of restaurants, shops, coffee houses, seasonal events, parades, Starbucks, and 24 Hour Fitness half a mile away, along with many other neighborhood amenities. The property is also centrally located near Highways 67 and 8, making commuting throughout San Diego County quick and convenient. Limited-time leasing incentive: New residents will receive a $500 Move-In Credit plus a complimentary 1-Year Gold Membership to 24 Hour Fitness located approximately ½ mile away ($300 Value), adding extra lifestyle value to this already convenient location. Utilities are not included. To schedule a property tour, please call 619-335-5670.
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.
9.2
/10
ExcellentTAFT 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.
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.
TAFT 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·9A 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.
TAFT goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including air conditioning. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, TAFT receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
TAFT 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.
TAFT 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.
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 TAFT compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in El Cajon
2-bedroom apartments at TAFT cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in El Cajon.
Median rents as of May 9 2026.
El Cajon
El Cajon
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,600 |
| June 2024 | $1,597 |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,600 |
| June 2024 | $1,597 |
| 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 |
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Can I afford to live at 148 Taft Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$77,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $77,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,925.
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Schools near TAFT
Empower
165 roanoke rd
el cajon, CA, 92020
K-8Public
B+
Anza Elementary School
1005 s anza st
el cajon, CA, 92020
K-6Public
C+
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 148 Taft Ave
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Transit
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 148 Taft 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
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 5-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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