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Highlights

  • Easy freeway access for commuters
  • Fully equipped gourmet kitchens
  • Spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans
  • Close to shopping and entertainment
  • Modern vinyl flooring
  • Bright, open living spaces

Location

1096 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA|El Cajon
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Management

Hoban Management, Inc.

Leasing office

(619) 627-2600

Property Overview

Colonial Gardens offers a strong overall value, with an 8.6 Zumper Expert Rating, competitive pricing, and a 75th-percentile value-for-money standing. It features spacious one- and two-bedroom layouts, gourmet kitchens, modern vinyl flooring, and bright open living spaces, plus easy freeway access and convenience to shopping and entertainment.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Colonial Gardens is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Colonial 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.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive
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Floor plans

1x1 Upstairs1 bed1 bath640 sqft$1,675–$1,695 /mo2 units availableExperience comfortable and convenient living at Colonial Gardens, where comfort, convenience, and location come together. Nestled in the heart of El Cajon, our community places you just minutes from commuter-friendly freeways, great dining, shopping, and local nightlife—everything you need is close to home. 1-Bedroom Upstairs Features: -Spacious one-bedroom floor plan -Fully equipped gourmet kitchen -Stylish vinyl flooring -Air conditioning for year-round comfort -Bright, open living and bedroom spaces **Note: Photos of similar units. May not represent the precise available unit configuration Community & Location Highlights: -Prime El Cajon location -Minutes from restaurants, bars, and nightlife -Close to shopping and entertainment -Easy access to major freeways -Short drive to beaches and outdoor activities *Lease Required *Security Deposit: $700.00 OAC **Move In Specials Available** Schedule a tour today and make this 1-bedroom your new home! Please call Madison at (619)-627-2600, or visit our website: www thecolonialgardensapts com Proudly Managed by Hoban Management DRE #02099899
1x1 Cottage1 bed1 bath640 sqft$1,725 /mo1 unit availableExperience comfortable and convenient living at Colonial Gardens, where comfort, convenience, and location come together. Nestled in the heart of El Cajon, our community places you just minutes from commuter-friendly freeways, great dining, shopping, and local nightlife—everything you need is close to home. 1-Bedroom Downstairs Cottage Features: -Spacious one-bedroom floor plan -Fully equipped gourmet kitchen -Stylish vinyl flooring -Air conditioning for year-round comfort -Bright, open living and bedroom spaces **Note: Photos of similar units. May not represent the precise available unit configuration Community & Location Highlights: -Prime El Cajon location -Minutes from restaurants, bars, and nightlife -Close to shopping and entertainment -Easy access to major freeways -Short drive to beaches and outdoor activities *Lease Required *Security Deposit: $700.00 OAC Schedule a tour today and make this 1-bedroom your new home! Please call Madison at (619)-627-2600, or visit our website: www thecolonialgardensapts com Proudly Managed by Hoban Management DRE #02099899

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Amenities for Colonial Gardens

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningWall Heater

Appliances

Electric StoveRange
RefrigeratorWall Air Conditioner
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Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About Colonial Gardens

HomeApartments in El CajonEl Cajon Colonial Gardens

Welcome to Colonial Gardens, where comfort meets convenience in the heart of El Cajon. Perfectly located near commuter-friendly freeways, popular shopping, great dining, and exciting nightlife, our community puts you close to everything you love—day or night. Apartment Features: -Spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans -Fully equipped gourmet kitchens -Modern vinyl flooring -Air conditioning for year-round comfort -Bright, open living spaces Community & Location Highlights: -Centrally located in El Cajon -Minutes from local restaurants, bars, and nightlife -Close to shopping and entertainment -Easy freeway access for commuters -Short drive to beaches, parks, and outdoor activities Whether you’re heading out for a night on the town or enjoying a relaxing evening at home, Colonial Gardens is the perfect place to land. ✨ Schedule your tour today and see why Colonial Gardens is the place to be! ✨ Please call Lisa 619-627-2600 **** Proudly Managed by Hoban Management 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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Colonial Gardens is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Colonial 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.
How we rated Colonial Gardens
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.
Colonial 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.
Colonial Gardens goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including air conditioning. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Colonial 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.
Colonial 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·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 Colonial Gardens 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.

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 Colonial Gardens compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Rent trends in El Cajon

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 5% lower than 1-bedrooms in El Cajon.

Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in El Cajon
MonthMedian Rent
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
June 2026$1,532
July 2026$1,490
August 2026$1,473
September 2026$1,531
A table of studio rental data trends in El Cajon
MonthMedian Rent
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
June 2026$1,532
July 2026$1,490
August 2026$1,473
September 2026$1,531

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Can I afford to live at 1096 N Mollison Ave?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$68,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $68,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,700.
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Schools near Colonial Gardens

Magnolia Elementary School

650 greenfield dr

el cajon, CA, 92021

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 1096 N Mollison Ave

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

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1096 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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