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193 W Park Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA|El Cajon
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Property Overview
Royal Gardens offers strong overall value with an 8.8/10 expert rating, highlighted by a perfect 10/10 price score and standout amenities and location (both 9/10) that support convenient, comfortable living. Its verified quality and solid trustworthiness ratings reflect transparent property information, while the lively, walkable neighborhood and on-site shared spaces like fitness centers or pools help foster an active social environment.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
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Floor plans
| 1/1 | 1 bed | 1 bath | $1,695 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for Royal Gardens
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Fully Gated Community | Swimming Pool |
Other
| Sparkling 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
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Applicants
One-time.
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 21 |
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About Royal Gardens
Royal Gardens cost $1,695 per month. A couple amenities for this apartment building include but are not limited to: on-site laundry and swimming pool. Located at 193 W Park Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA, Royal Gardens has 1 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 1 bedroom in El Cajon, renting an apartment at Royal Gardens is 4% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around El Cajon include but are not limited to: 9830 Dale Ave, 7707 Mission Gorge Rd, 8563 Lake Murray Blvd, 4463 48th St
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
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Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Royal Gardens is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Royal Gardens 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.
Royal Gardens 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.
Royal Gardens goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Royal Gardens 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.
Royal Gardens 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 Royal Gardens to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
Royal Gardens provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
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Rent trends in El Cajon
1-bedroom apartments at Royal Gardens cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 1-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 193 W Park Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$67,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,695.
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Schools near Royal Gardens
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 193 W Park Ave
Walking
7/10
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
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 193 W Park Ave, El Cajon
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute 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
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
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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Downtown Grind
200 Civic Center Way
Babylon International Market
524 E Main St
Rema Halal Food
277 El Cajon Blvd
King Price Market
575 E Main St
Washington Market
121 W Washington Ave
Ross Dress For Less
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Glamour Girls Boutique
124 E Main St
Nikki's Tailoring
100 Wells Ave
Sara Fashion
168 E Main St
S D Unique Boutique LLC
162 E Main St
Surje Coffee Co
124 E Main St
Rob's Brewpoint
153 E Main St
Surf City Squeeze
415 Fletcher Pkwy
Jamba
417 Parkway Plz
Dunkin'
350 Fletcher Pkwy
El Cajon Grand Cocktail Lounge
315 W Main St
Downtown Cafe Bar & Grill
182 E Main St
Fuerte's NY Pizzeria
937 Parkway Plz
Queens Delivery Hookah
Applebee's Grill + Bar
107 Fletcher Pkwy
Probody Warehouse Inc
301 W Main St
Good Old Days Spices LLC
435 W Main St
Nutrimart Parkway Plaza
415 Parkway Plz
Big Bear Produce
502 E Main St
Alattar Famous Spices
549 Raleigh Ave
Red Cross Park
Ronald Reagan Community Center
Park
El Cajon Valley Park
Bill Beck City Park
Panda Express
190 N Magnolia Ave
Busy B Thai Cafe
330 N Magnolia Ave
Urbn El Cajon
110 N Magnolia Ave
New York Giant Pizza
356 N Magnolia Ave
Rubio's Coastal Grill
399 N Magnolia Ave
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