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Highlights

  • Spacious studio
  • Gated community
  • Walk in closet
  • Refreshing pool
  • Faux wood blinds
  • Plank flooring

Location

390 S Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA|El Cajon
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Management

San Diego Apartment Brokers, Inc.

Leasing office

(619) 504-4257

Property Overview

El Dorado earns a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.5 out of 10, supported by excellent price and location scores, plus solid marks for amenities, quality, and trustworthiness. It stands out for value per square foot and features such as a spacious studio, gated community, walk-in closet, refreshing pool, faux wood blinds, and plank flooring.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, El Dorado is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, El Dorado 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

  • More space

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath500 sqft$1,595 /mo1 unit availableSpacious studio with utilities included. Our complex also features a refreshing pool and jacuzzi where you can relax and unwind after a long day. This studio is freshly painted, full size appliances , plank flooring, faux wood blinds, walk in closest , gated community, pool , jacuzzi , ac. Tenant is responsible for water, sewer and trash (RUBS) Application Requirements: -Good credit -Good rental history -Proof of incomes, 3x's the rent -All occupants over 18 years of age must apply; $35/pp application fee Please call 619-504-4257 for more information

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About El Dorado

HomeApartments in El CajonEl Cajon El Dorado

Spacious studio with utilities included. Our complex also features a refreshing pool and jacuzzi where you can relax and unwind after a long day. This studio is freshly painted, full size appliances , plank flooring, faux wood blinds, walk in closest , gated community, pool , jacuzzi , ac. Tenant is responsible for water, sewer and trash (RUBS) Application Requirements: -Good credit -Good rental history -Proof of incomes, 3x's the rent -All occupants over 18 years of age must apply; $35/pp application fee Please call 619-504-4257 for more information


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, El Dorado is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, El Dorado 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 El Dorado
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.
El Dorado 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·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, El Dorado 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·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
El Dorado 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 El Dorado 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.

El Dorado is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

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 El Dorado compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 94 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
Studio is 95 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in El Cajon

studio apartments at El Dorado cost about 3% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in El Cajon.

Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in El Cajon
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,565
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$1,532
October 2026$1,533
A table of studio rental data trends in El Cajon
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,565
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$1,532
October 2026$1,533

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 390 S Mollison Ave?

Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$63,800/yr

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 El Dorado

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 390 S Mollison Ave

Walking

7/10
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.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 390 S Mollison 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

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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