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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Prime location
  • Gated community
  • All new appliances
  • New plank flooring
  • 24/7 laundry on-site
  • New white kitchen cabinets

Location

449 El Cajon Blvd, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA|El Cajon
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Contact

Management

Valor Property Management

Leasing office

(619) 315-3304

Property Overview

Cajon Cottages in El Cajon offers a prime gated community with new appliances and plank flooring, contributing to a high overall appeal reflected in Zumper's expert rating of 9.2. With ratings of 10 for both price and amenities, this property ensures exceptional value and a premier living experience. Additionally, its excellent location, rated 9 out of 10, provides residents with easy access to essential amenities, while the property's transparency and detailed descriptions enhance its trustworthiness.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.2
Excellent
Cajon Cottages | Cozy Living in the Heart of El Cajon! 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.

Things you’ll love

  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Studio 0/1Studio1 bath$1,595 /mo2 units availableWelcome to your cozy new studio! Enjoy a bright open layout with modern finishes, efficient appliances, and access to a peaceful, well-kept community. With on-site laundry, assigned parking, and easy freeway access, you’ll love the balance of comfort and practicality that Cajon Cottages provides. Studio Features: • Open-concept living space • Stylish vinyl flooring • Modern kitchen with essential appliances • Ample natural light • Airy and efficient layout Community Amenities: • Central El Cajon location near shops, dining & transit • On-site laundry facility • Assigned parking available • Professionally managed community • Professionally managed and well-maintained grounds Live simply and comfortably at Cajon Cottages — your quiet retreat in the heart of El Cajon! Call or text Jazmin today to schedule your tour! (619) 315-3304 Proudly managed by Valor Property Management

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Amenities for Cajon Cottages | Cozy Living in the Heart of El Cajon!

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningWall Unit A/C

Appliances

Gas RangeRange
Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Services

Water, Sewer & Trash
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

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Questions about this property’s policies and fees?

Building details

Property details

Units11
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About Cajon Cottages | Cozy Living in the Heart of El Cajon!

HomeApartments in El CajonEl Cajon Cajon Cottages | Cozy Living in the Heart of El Cajon!

Welcome to Cajon Cottages, where charm meets convenience in a beautifully maintained community in El Cajon. These thoughtfully designed apartment homes offer a warm, inviting atmosphere with modern updates and functional layouts that make everyday living effortless. Located just minutes from shopping, dining, and local parks, Cajon Cottages provides easy access to major freeways while maintaining a peaceful neighborhood feel. Enjoy the comfort of a well-kept property managed with care and attention to detail. Community Highlights: • Convenient central El Cajon location • Assigned parking available • On-site laundry facility • Professionally managed and well-maintained grounds Discover the relaxed lifestyle you deserve at Cajon Cottages. ! charming place to call home in sunny San Diego County! Proudly managed by Valor Property Management


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
Excellent
Cajon Cottages | Cozy Living in the Heart of El Cajon! 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.
How we rated Cajon Cottages | Cozy Living in the Heart of El Cajon!
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.
Cajon Cottages | Cozy Living in the Heart of El Cajon! 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.
Cajon Cottages | Cozy Living in the Heart of El Cajon! 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—pets 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.
Cajon Cottages | Cozy Living in the Heart of El Cajon! 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·8A 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.
Anyone looking for quality at a great value will find Cajon Cottages | Cozy Living in the Heart of El Cajon! to be an attractive option. Renters can also rely on this rental to provide them with accurate information they need to find the living experience they desire.
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.

Cajon Cottages | Cozy Living in the Heart of El Cajon! is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 Cajon Cottages | Cozy Living in the Heart of El Cajon! compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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Rent trends in El Cajon

studio apartments at Cajon Cottages | Cozy Living in the Heart of El Cajon! cost about 3% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in El Cajon.

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
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A table of studio rental data trends in El Cajon
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,584
December 2023$1,556
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
A table of studio rental data trends in El Cajon
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,584
December 2023$1,556
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

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $63,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,595.
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Schools near Cajon Cottages | Cozy Living in the Heart of El Cajon!

Johnson Elementary School

500 w madison

el cajon, CA, 92020

K-5Public
C

Cajon Valley Home

2962 jamul dr

el cajon, CA, 92019

K-8Public
C+
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Getting around El Cajon near 449 El Cajon Blvd

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 449 El Cajon Blvd, El Cajon

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-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

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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