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1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,937–$2,136
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19h ago
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2950 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, CA 92020
Swimming pool | Fitness center | Ceiling fan
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,603–$3,021
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2d ago
Verified
2–3 beds
2 baths
$2,390–$3,295
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3d ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$2,195
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2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,450–$2,550
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3d ago
Townhouse for rent in El Cajon
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,650
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3d ago
633 S Johnson Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2–3 beds
1 bath
$2,340–$3,300
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4d ago
570 S Lincoln Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Controlled access
2 beds
1 bath
$2,440
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5d+ ago
House for rent in El Cajon
4 beds
3 baths
$5,850
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15h ago
Verified
1240 Petree St, El Cajon, CA 92020
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,957–$2,960
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Air Conditioning
Outdoor Space
Swimming Pool
On-Site Laundry
2d ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,015–$2,435
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
3 beds
1.5 baths
$2,650
Condo for rent
Available Aug 6
3h ago
Verified
294 Ballantyne St, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,895
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$6,278
$5,202
Price drop
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5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$6,265
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4h ago
303 E Madison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
2 beds
1 bath
$1,995
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1d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$2,720–$2,860
Apartment for rent
2d ago
234 W Park Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,525–$1,795
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2d ago
871 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,100
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,650–$1,895
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2d ago
563 Broadway, El Cajon, CA 92021
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695
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Available Jul 25
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,999
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
Apartment for rent
3d ago
314 Wisconsin Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,725
Apartment for rent
3d ago
355 Orlando St, El Cajon, CA 92021
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$1,745–$1,800
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4d ago
163 Ballantyne St, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,725
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
588 S Anza St, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,200
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,395
Apartment for rent
38m ago
215 S Lincoln Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
2 beds
2 baths
$2,295
Apartment for rent
1h ago
725 Washington Heights Rd, El Cajon, CA 92019
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$2,350
Apartment for rent
2h ago
1377 Oakdale Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
Garage parking | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,450
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2h ago
House for rent in El Cajon
3 beds
2 baths
$4,295
$3,900
Price drop
House for rent
3h ago
478 Van Houten Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,025–$2,250
Apartment for rent
5h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,810–$1,865
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10h ago
Apartment for rent in El Cajon
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
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Available Aug 5
19h ago
2–3 beds
2 baths
$2,795–$2,995
Apartment for rent
21h ago
233 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,773–$5,492
Price drop
Apartment for rent
21h ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,726–$7,320
Price drop
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23h ago
Apartment for rent in El Cajon
1 bed
1 bath
$2,050
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
1d ago
Apartment for rent in El Cajon
Swimming pool | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$1,807
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,950–$6,707
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Condo for rent in El Cajon
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,600
Condo for rent
Available Oct 23
1d ago
2265 Needham Rd, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Ceiling fan
2 beds
2 baths
$2,275
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Apartment for rent in El Cajon
2 beds
2 baths
$2,422
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1535 Granite Hills Dr, El Cajon, CA 92019
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Dishwasher
2 beds
2 baths
$2,400
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695
Apartment for rent
2d ago
863 S Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,095
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Condo for rent in El Cajon
2 beds
1 bath
$2,595
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As of today, El Cajon's median rent price is $2,100 per month, which is down 2%, or $50, compared to last year.
Median rent
$2,100
YoY change
−2%
−$50/mo
Rentals, last 30 days
193
| Size | Value | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| All bedrooms | $2,100 | −2% |
| 1 bedroom | $1,750 | −2% |
| 2 bedroom | $2,161 | −4% |
El Cajon, CA, offers a blend of urban amenities and suburban feel, drawing residents who appreciate the accessibility to shopping and dining options. Many locals enjoy the variety of outdoor activities available, particularly in nearby parks. The community frequently highlights the area's diverse population and vibrant cultural events. However, some residents express concerns about traffic congestion and the occasional noise from nearby highways, which can disrupt the otherwise laid-back atmosphere.
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in El Cajon average around $1,760/month and two-bedrooms approximately $2,210/month.
Winter months offer the best rental deals in El Cajon, with January seeing the lowest rents of the year. November and December also experience less demand, while July and August are the most competitive months with higher demand.
Based on our current listings data, El Cajon itself offers budget-friendly options with a median rent of approximately $2,090/month across the city.
In our current listings, utilities-included rentals are rare in El Cajon, showing up in just 0.13% of units. One-bedrooms lead at 0.16% while studios have the lowest rate at 0.08%.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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