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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Exceptional service
- Spacious layouts
Location
150 S Mollison Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA|El Cajon
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Property Overview
Mollison Gardens delivers exceptional value with an overall Zumper rating of 9.5/10, highlighted by perfect scores for price, location, and quality, and a strong trustworthiness rating. Residents can expect spacious layouts, exceptional service, and a robust amenities offering, along with easy access to highly rated nearby middle and high schools.
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
High school nearby- Middle school nearby
- Laundry available on site
Floor plans
| Two Bedroom Patio | 2 bed | 1 bath | 768 sqft | $2,195 /mo | |||
| Two Bedroom + 1 Bath | 2 bed | 1 bath | 805 sqft | $2,195 /mo |
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Amenities for Mollison Gardens
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Swimming 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
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About Mollison Gardens
Welcome to Mollison Gardens, a residential community featuring one and two bedroom apartments in El Cajon, CA. Spacious layouts and amenities welcome you home, along with exceptional service and an ideal location within walking distance to shopping, dining and entertainment options. One look at our spacious floor plans and it's easy to see how Mollison Gardens is different from other apartments for rent in El Cajon, CA. With a variety of floor plans to choose from, we’re certain there’s one that’s just right for you. Browse our one and two bedroom floor plans.
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.
9.5
/10
ExcellentMollison Gardens 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 Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
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.
Mollison 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·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, Mollison Gardens 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·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Mollison Gardens offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
Mollison Gardens has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Mollison Gardens.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
Mollison Gardens has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.
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 Mollison Gardens compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.5 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
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Rent trends in El Cajon
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Mollison Gardens to be on par with the average for similarly sized apartments in El Cajon.
Median rents as of May 30 2026.
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| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,600 |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,600 |
| 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 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 150 S Mollison Avenue?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$87,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $87,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $2,195.
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Schools near Mollison Gardens
Empower
165 roanoke rd
el cajon, CA, 92020
K-8Public
B+
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+
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 150 S Mollison Avenue
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.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 150 S Mollison Avenue, El Cajon
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
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
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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King Price Market
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Foodland Mercado #4
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Mollison Market
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Quality Thrift
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McAlister Institute Thrift Store
993 E Main St
Shiny Dresses
333 S Anza St
Seasons Fashions
528 E Main St
Bb's California Cuts
490 E Main St
Rob's Brewpoint
153 E Main St
Surje Coffee Co
124 E Main St
Starbucks
691 N Mollison Ave
Starbucks
225 Jamacha Rd
Jamba
225 Jamacha Rd
Downtown Cafe Bar & Grill
182 E Main St
The Landing
1185 E Main St
El Cajon Cash & Carry
1198 E Main St
El Cajon Grand Cocktail Lounge
315 W Main St
Fuerte's NY Pizzeria
937 Parkway Plz
Harvest International
733 E Main St
Big Bear Produce
502 E Main St
Shakira Pastry
1183 E Main St
Probody Warehouse Inc
301 W Main St
East Mountain Produce
255 S 2nd St
Cajon Valley Park
Prescott Promenade Park
Wells Dog Park
Wells Park
Meadow
Mr. Shawarma
130 S Mollison Ave
Greek Chicken
955 E Main St
Victoria' Mexican Food
677 E Main St
Al Azayem Restaurant
550 E Main St
Yum Yummy Truck
1050 E Main St
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