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863 S Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA|El Cajon
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Property Overview
Mollison Garden receives strong ratings across multiple criteria, with an overall Zumper expert rating of 8.6, reflecting its appeal to renters. It features an excellent price rating of 10, indicating great value for its amenities, location, and features. The property excels in amenities and location with ratings of 9, offering an impressive array of services and convenient access to essential points of interest, while maintaining a trustworthy reputation with a rating of 8.
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.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| Mollison Garden | 2 bed | 1 bath | 850 sqft | $2,095 /mo | 3 units available | SCHEDULE A SHOWING ONLINE AT: showmojo. com lz 47828840ab ---- Move-in Special ONE MONTH FREE RENT! Welcome home to Mollison Gardens Apartments, where convenience, comfort, and style come together. Located in El Cajon, CA, this community is close to all the local entertainment and leisure attractions the heart of the El Cajon has to offer. Located just off the 8 East Freeway, your commute to work or to your weekend escape will be a breeze. Our beautiful community with mature landscaping has all the amenities you are looking for including a huge pool and a Jacuzzi. Mollison Gardens offers two impressive and creatively designed floor plans, and you will be sure to find a home to suit your lifestyle. Each apartment home comes with fully appointed amenities, offering the highest quality of living. Contact us today to experience East County living at its finest. Special - One Month Free! Monthly Rental Rate $2,095 Security Deposit $600 Application fee $30 per adult applicant 11 months Air Conditioning Wall All White Appliances Assigned Parking Freezer Fridge Heating Radiant Microwave White Near Transportation Oven Pets Range Oven Reserved Parking Stove White Wood Like Flooring |
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Amenities for Mollison Garden
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning |
Appliances
| Garbage Disposal |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Laundry Shared | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Off-Street Parking |
| Outdoor Space | Swimming Pool |
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
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 3 |
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About Mollison Garden
Welcome home to Mollison Gardens Apartments, where convenience, comfort, and style come together. Located in El Cajon, CA, this community is close to all the local entertainment and leisure attractions the heart of the El Cajon has to offer. Located just off the 8 East Freeway, your commute to work or to your weekend escape will be a breeze. Our beautiful community with mature landscaping has all the amenities you are looking for including a huge pool and a Jacuzzi. Mollison Gardens offers two impressive and creatively designed floor plans, and you will be sure to find a home to suit your lifestyle. Each apartment home comes with fully appointed amenities, offering the highest quality of living. When you add up everything Mollison Gardens has to offer, there is simply no better choice. Contact us today to experience East County living at its finest. Monthly Rental Rate $2,195-$2,245 Security Deposit $1,000 Application fee $30 per adult applicant Pet Rent $50 Pet Deposit $500 (Max of 2 pets allowed) utilities not included in rental rate* Prices are subject to change. Prices varied based on move-in date and lease terms. Photos may not be of available unit. Professionally Managed by Pan American Properties/Equal Housing Opportunities Specials Edit
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.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Mollison Garden is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Mollison Garden 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.
Mollison Garden 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.
Mollison Garden goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Mollison Garden 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.
Mollison Garden 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 Mollison Garden 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.
Reviews from the web
Showing 7 highest rated
Good
YOAAL
Dec 26, 2021
So close to the 8 and many shops are close by too!
Jay Prema
Sep 21, 2019
We’re sharing just 7 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.
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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 Mollison Garden compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
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
2-bedroom apartments at Mollison Garden cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in El Cajon.
Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
El Cajon
El Cajon
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,570 |
| January 2024 | $1,541 |
| February 2024 | $1,552 |
| March 2024 | $1,550 |
| April 2024 | $1,554 |
| May 2024 | $1,587 |
| 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 | $1,549 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,570 |
| January 2024 | $1,541 |
| February 2024 | $1,552 |
| March 2024 | $1,550 |
| April 2024 | $1,554 |
| May 2024 | $1,582 |
| 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 | $1,549 |
Affordability calculator
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2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near Mollison Garden
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+
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Getting around El Cajon near 863 S Mollison 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
2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 863 S Mollison Ave, 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
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
10/10
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
4/10
Limited amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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Mollison Market
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Vons
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Miguel's Kettle Corn
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Foodland Mercado #4
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King Price Market
575 E Main St
Faiza Fashion
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El Cajon Fashion
1175 Avocado Ave
Shiny Dresses
333 S Anza St
Seasons Fashions
528 E Main St
New Bride Jewelry
490 E Main St
Starbucks
450 E Chase Ave
Starbucks
1201 Avocado Ave
Rob's Brewpoint
153 E Main St
Surje Coffee Co
124 E Main St
Jamba
225 Jamacha Rd
Cigarettes & Cigars
1175 Avocado Ave
The Landing
1185 E Main St
El Cajon Cash & Carry
1198 E Main St
Downtown Cafe Bar & Grill
182 E Main St
Sideways Bar
1078 Estes St
Vons Bakery
1201 Avocado Ave
Shakira Pastry
1183 E Main St
Best Nutrition
155 Jamacha Rd
Elshakarchi
131 Jamacha Rd
The Habibi Sweets
131 Jamacha Rd
Ronald Reagan Community Center
Park
El Cajon Valley Park
Wells Park
Cuyamaca Park
Mollison Market
725 S Mollison Ave
Ranch Liquor
1007 E Washington Ave
Smell of Dubai
671 S Mollison Ave
Domino's
1104 E Washington Ave
Subway
1175 Avocado Ave
Washington Av & Anza St
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