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Highlights
- Easy freeway access
- Spacious 2 bedroom homes
Location
420 Jamacha Rd, El Cajon, CA 92019, USA|El Cajon
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Property Overview
Amber Woods earns a strong overall impression with an 8.8 Zumper Expert Rating, backed by top marks for price and amenities, plus a high location score and solid trustworthiness. It stands out for easy freeway access, spacious 2 bedroom homes, and a good value position compared with nearby options, while also offering convenient access to transit, schools, and pet-related services.
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
High school nearby- Less expensive
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 2/1 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 925 sqft | $2,100 /mo | 2 units available | Welcome home to this beautifully updated lower-level home in the heart of El Cajon! Enjoy a convenient location just minutes from shopping, dining, and easy freeway access. With spacious closets and inviting community amenities, this home offers comfort and convenience. **HOME FEATURES** - Spacious closets - On-site laundry facilities - One assigned on-site parking space **COMMUNITY AMENITIES** - On-site manager - Pool and spa - BBQ areas **LEASING INFORMATION** - $1,200 security deposit on approved credit - Renters insurance required - Resident responsible for all utilities **PET INFORMATION** - Cats welcome - Sorry, no dogs - Additional pet rent and animal deposit required **RENTAL CRITERIA** - The unit must be viewed before applying - A $62.00 non-refundable credit check fee is required per applicant - Each applicant must have a credit score of at least 650 - Income requirement: 2.5 times the monthly rent Schedule your tour today—we’d love to show you around! Tours can be scheduled daily from 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday-Friday. Contact Leasing at (619) 625-6277 to schedule today! Fairgrove Property Management is committed to compliance with Fair Housing laws. You can visit our website to learn more about our rental criteria and application process. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Prices and availability are subject to change without notice. DRE #01125540 |
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Amenities for Amber Woods
Apartment Amenities
| Trash | Upstairs Unit |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Electric Stove |
| Refrigerator | Stove Electric |
Building
| Cats OK | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Community Grill |
| Community Pool | Spa |
| 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
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 60 |
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About Amber Woods
Spacious 2 bedroom homes located in the heart of El Cajon. Just minutes from shopping, dining, and easy freeway access.
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, Amber Woods is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Amber Woods 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.
Amber Woods 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.
Amber Woods 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—cats 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.
Amber Woods 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 Amber Woods 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.
Amber Woods is great for:
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 Amber Woods compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 miles away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
- This property has recycling pickup
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building
- Pool
- Enhanced community features
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
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Rent trends in El Cajon
2-bedroom apartments at Amber Woods cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in El Cajon.
Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
El Cajon
El Cajon
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,595 |
| 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 | $1,473 |
| September 2026 | $1,532 |
| October 2026 | $1,535 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,595 |
| 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 | $1,473 |
| September 2026 | $1,532 |
| October 2026 | $1,535 |
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Can I afford to live at 420 Jamacha Rd?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$84,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $84,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,100.
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Schools near Amber Woods
Meridian Elementary School
651 s third st
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
Getting around El Cajon near 420 Jamacha Rd
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
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
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 420 Jamacha Rd, El Cajon
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-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
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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