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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Ceiling fan
  • Dishwasher
  • Hardwood floors
  • Air conditioning
  • Walk-in closets
  • Accent walls

Location

810 S Magnolia Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA|El Cajon
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Management

5 Star Properties

Leasing office

(844) 311-7019 ext. 9554

Property Overview

South Magnolia Villas offers an overall excellent living experience, evidenced by a Zumper expert rating of 9 out of 10, reflecting its superb location and value. The property features outstanding amenities, including hardwood floors, walk-in closets, and air conditioning, resulting in a amenities rating of 10 out of 10. With a price rating of 9, it is competitively priced for its quality, further enhanced by an abundant photo selection and strong value per square foot, ensuring transparency and an appealing choice for potential renters.

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

9.0
Excellent
South Magnolia Villas 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 Amenities and Price, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available

Floor plans

South Magnolia Villas - E3 bed2 bath1,275 sqft$2,945 /mo1 unit availableFirst time on the market in years, rarely available condo in the heart of El Cajon, features include: New Hardwood Floors 2 dedicated parking spaces + guest spaces Washer and Dryer hook-ups Air conditioning High-end stove and fridge Dishwasher Private patio Custom paint Community yard PROPERTY AMENITIES 24-hour availability, Accent walls, Car wash area, Parking, Storage space UNIT AMENITIES Air conditioner, Cable, Ceiling fan, Climate control, Dishwasher, Disposal, Hardwood floors, Heat, Laundry hookup, Linen closet, Microwave, Mirrors, Pantry, Pet friendly, Private patio, Refrigerator, Storage space, Stove and oven, Walk-in closets, Window coverings

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Amenities for South Magnolia Villas

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningAircon
HeatHot Water
Trash IncludedUtilities/Sewer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Car Wash AreaStorage

Services

Availability 24 Hours
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 
Limit-1

Cat policy

Allowed 
Limit-1

Required one-time fees

Security Deposit$0
Building details

Property details

Units1
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About South Magnolia Villas

HomeApartments in El CajonEl Cajon South Magnolia Villas

First time on the market in years, rarely available condo in the heart of El Cajon, features include: New Hardwood Floors 2 dedicated parking spaces + guest spaces Washer and Dryer hook-ups Air conditioning High-end stove and fridge Dishwasher Private patio Custom paint Community yard PROPERTY AMENITIES 24-hour availability, Accent walls, Car wash area, Parking, Storage space UNIT AMENITIES Air conditioner, Cable, Ceiling fan, Climate control, Dishwasher, Disposal, Hardwood floors, Heat, Laundry hookup, Linen closet, Microwave, Mirrors, Pantry, Pet friendly, Private patio, Refrigerator, Storage space, Stove and oven, Walk-in closets, Window coverings


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.
9.0
/10
Excellent
South Magnolia Villas 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 Amenities and Price, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated South Magnolia Villas
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.
South Magnolia 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·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.
South Magnolia Villas 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.
South Magnolia 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·9A 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.
South Magnolia Villas has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.
South Magnolia Villas 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.

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 South Magnolia Villas compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 3-bedroom is 175 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away

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Rent trends in El Cajon

3-bedroom apartments at South Magnolia Villas cost about 1% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in El Cajon.

Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.
El Cajon
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A table of studio rental data trends in El Cajon
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,567
October 2023$1,562
November 2023$1,585
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$1,565
A table of studio rental data trends in El Cajon
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,567
October 2023$1,562
November 2023$1,585
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$1,565

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$117,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $117,800 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,945.
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Schools near South Magnolia Villas

Chase Avenue Elementary School

195 e chase ave

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 810 S Magnolia Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 810 S Magnolia Ave, El Cajon

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-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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