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1055 S Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA|El Cajon
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Property Overview
Montebello Villas presents an appealing option for renters with a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.3, highlighting its excellent balance of price and value at a competitive rating of 9. The property enjoys an impressive array of amenities and a prime location, receiving ratings of 8 and 9 respectively, which enhance the overall living experience, while its trustworthiness rating of 8 underlines a commitment to transparency. Additionally, its proximity to public transport and nearby schools further enriches its appeal for prospective residents.
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
Elementary school nearby- More space
Floor plans
| 2/2 Larger Unit | 2 bed | 2 bath | 947 sqft | $2,225–$2,595 /mo | 2 units available | Please call Stephanie at (619) 884-4000 Bring your search for great apartment home living in El Cajon, California to an end, because you’ve found it at Montebello! Our community is just minutes from great schools, parks, fine shopping and dining. Montebello has a prime location for you and your family to enjoy the city life in El Cajon! At Montebello, finding the perfect apartment home to fit your needs has never been easier! Designed to enhance your way of living, our apartments feature an all electric kitchen, carpeted and hardwood floors, extra storage, your own balcony or patio, and more! Our community allows our residents to maintain a lifestyle of comfort and convenience. The luxury doesn’t end when you leave your apartment home because Montebello features great community amenities suitable for any lifestyle. Unwind in the evening with a walk around our beautifully landscaped community or take a dip in our shimmering swimming pool. Come see why Montebello is the perfect place for you to call home. Community Amenities Access to Public Transportation, Assigned Parking, Beautiful Landscaping, Cable Available, Disability Access, Easy Access to Freeways, Easy Access to Shopping, Laundry Facility, On-call Maintenance, Shimmering Swimming Pool. Apartment Features Air Conditioning, All Electric Kitchen, Balcony or Patio, Cable Ready, Carpeted Floors, Ceiling Fans, Central Air and Heating, Dishwasher, Disability Access, Extra Storage, Hardwood Floors, Microwave, Mirrored Closet Doors, Refrigerator Unit Type: 2 Bed 2 Bath Large Security Deposit: $700.00 (OAC) For more information or to view the unit, please call Stephanie at (619) 884-4000 Proudly Managed by Hoban Management TheMontebelloVillas. com DRE#02099899 | |
| 2/2 | 2 bed | 2 bath | 882 sqft | $2,225–$2,595 /mo | 3 units available | Please call Stephanie at (619) 884-4000 Bring your search for great apartment home living in El Cajon, California to an end, because you’ve found it at Montebello! Our community is just minutes from great schools, parks, fine shopping and dining. Montebello has a prime location for you and your family to enjoy the city life in El Cajon! At Montebello, finding the perfect apartment home to fit your needs has never been easier! Designed to enhance your way of living, our apartments feature an all electric kitchen, carpeted and hardwood floors, extra storage, your own balcony or patio, and more! Our community allows our residents to maintain a lifestyle of comfort and convenience. The luxury doesn’t end when you leave your apartment home because Montebello features great community amenities suitable for any lifestyle. Unwind in the evening with a walk around our beautifully landscaped community or take a dip in our shimmering swimming pool. Come see why Montebello is the perfect place for you to call home. Community Amenities Access to Public Transportation, Assigned Parking, Beautiful Landscaping, Cable Available, Disability Access, Easy Access to Freeways, Easy Access to Shopping, Laundry Facility, On-call Maintenance, Shimmering Swimming Pool. Apartment Features Air Conditioning, All Electric Kitchen, Balcony or Patio, Cable Ready, Carpeted Floors, Ceiling Fans, Central Air and Heating, Dishwasher, Disability Access, Extra Storage, Hardwood Floors, Microwave, Mirrored Closet Doors, Refrigerator Unit Type: 2 Bed 2 Bath Security Deposit: $700.00 (OAC) For more information or to view the unit, please call Stephanie at (619) 884-4000 Proudly Managed by Hoban Management TheMontebelloVillas. com DRE#02099899 |
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About Montebello Villas
Please call Stephanie at (619) 884-4000 Bring your search for great apartment home living in El Cajon, California to an end, because you’ve found it at Montebello! Our community is just minutes from great schools, parks, fine shopping and dining. Montebello has a prime location for you and your family to enjoy the city life in El Cajon! At Montebello, finding the perfect apartment home to fit your needs has never been easier! Designed to enhance your way of living, our apartments feature an all electric kitchen, carpeted and hardwood floors, extra storage, your own balcony or patio, and more! Our community allows our residents to maintain a lifestyle of comfort and convenience. The luxury doesn’t end when you leave your apartment home because Montebello features great community amenities suitable for any lifestyle. Unwind in the evening with a walk around our beautifully landscaped community or take a dip in our shimmering swimming pool. Come see why Montebello is the perfect place for you to call home. Community Amenities Access to Public Transportation, Assigned Parking, Beautiful Landscaping, Cable Available, Disability Access, Easy Access to Freeways, Easy Access to Shopping, Laundry Facility, On-call Maintenance, Shimmering Swimming Pool. Apartment Features Air Conditioning, All Electric Kitchen, Balcony or Patio, Cable Ready, Carpeted Floors, Ceiling Fans, Central Air and Heating, Dishwasher, Disability Access, Extra Storage, Hardwood Floors, Microwave, Mirrored Closet Doors, Refrigerator Unit Type: 2 Bed 2 Bath Security Deposit: $700.00 (OAC) For more information or to view the unit, please call Stephanie at (619) 884-4000 Proudly Managed by Hoban Management TheMontebelloVillas. com DRE#02099899
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.
8.3
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Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Montebello Villas is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Montebello Villas 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·9A 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.
Montebello Villas stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Montebello Villas is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Montebello Villas 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Montebello Villas to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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 Montebello Villas compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 66 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in El Cajon
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Montebello Villas to be 1% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in El Cajon.
Median rents as of Feb 7 2026.
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| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,539 |
| January 2026 | $1,495 |
| February 2026 | $1,482 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,539 |
| January 2026 | $1,495 |
| February 2026 | $1,482 |
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Schools near Montebello Villas
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 1055 S Mollison Ave
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Transit
2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1055 S Mollison Ave, El Cajon
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
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
7/10
At least one high school within a 20-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
725 S Mollison Ave
Vons
1201 Avocado Ave
Miguel's Kettle Corn
150 S Anza St
Washington Market
121 W Washington Ave
Foodland Mercado #4
1099 E Main St
El Cajon Fashion
1175 Avocado Ave
Faiza Fashion
906 E Washington Ave
Shiny Dresses
333 S Anza St
Seasons Fashions
528 E Main St
New Bride Jewelry
490 E Main St
Starbucks
1201 Avocado Ave
Starbucks
450 E Chase Ave
Rob's Brewpoint
153 E Main St
Surje Coffee Co
124 E Main St
Dutch Bros Coffee
686 Jamacha Rd
Cigarettes & Cigars
1175 Avocado Ave
Sideways Bar
1078 Estes St
The Landing
1185 E Main St
El Cajon Cash & Carry
1198 E Main St
Downtown Cafe Bar & Grill
182 E Main 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
Cuyamaca Park
Park
El Cajon Valley Park
Wells Park
Mollison Market
725 S Mollison Ave
Ranch Liquor
1007 E Washington Ave
Subway
1175 Avocado Ave
Eat A Pita
1255 Avocado Ave
Pizza Hut
1255 Avocado Ave
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