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1 bed
1 bath
$1,863–$2,056
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1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,832–$2,460
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1d ago
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2 beds
2 baths
$2,226–$2,725
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5d+ ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$2,195
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19h ago
314 Wisconsin Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695
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1d ago
743 S Magnolia Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$2,295–$2,500
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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
$2,475
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5d+ ago
1065 E Washington Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Dishwasher
3 beds
2 baths
$2,950
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Apartment for rent in El Cajon
4 beds
2 baths
$3,995
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House for rent in El Cajon
3 beds
2 baths
$3,500
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Air Conditioning
Swimming Pool
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in El Cajon
1004 Coleen Ct, El Cajon, CA 92021
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Ceiling fan
4 beds
2 baths
$3,800
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5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
3 baths
$3,300
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Available Dec 8
8h ago
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4 beds
2 baths
$7,263
$6,546
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1d ago
Verified
294 Ballantyne St, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,295
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5d+ ago
Verified
311 Linda Way, El Cajon, CA 92020
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
3 beds
1 bath
$2,790
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5h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,845
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13h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,695
Condo for rent
Available Nov 1
17h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,025
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19h ago
1072 E Madison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695
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19h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,295
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22h ago
151 Ballantyne Street, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695
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22h ago
945 Estes Street, El Cajon, CA 92020
On-site laundry | Balcony | Assigned parking
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,750–$2,200
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22h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695
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23h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,945
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23h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,695–$2,095
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1d ago
1037 E Lexington Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,695–$2,275
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1d ago
725 Washington Heights Rd, El Cajon, CA 92019
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$2,150–$2,350
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1d ago
943 E Madison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
2 beds
1 bath
$1,799
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1d ago
1286 N Cuyamaca St, El Cajon, CA 92020
Assigned parking | Ceiling fan | Fireplace
2 beds
1 bath
$2,495
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1d ago
200 Taft Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,292–$2,338
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1d ago
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2 beds
2 baths
$2,250
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,075
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1d ago
163 Ballantyne St, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,750
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1d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,145
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2d ago
658 S Johnson Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,195
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2d ago
633 S Johnson Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,400–$2,900
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695
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3d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,110–$2,492
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5d+ ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,045
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5d+ ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,600
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5d+ ago
588 S Anza St, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,675–$2,200
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5d+ ago
545 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Controlled access
2 beds
1 bath
$1,650
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5d+ ago
798 Mcclure Street, El Cajon, CA 92021
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695
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5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,045
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,795
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5d+ ago
1362 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 92021
Air conditioning | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695
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5d+ ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$2,900
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Available Sep 28
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in El Cajon
2 beds
1 bath
$2,100
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in El Cajon
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,200
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in El Cajon
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695
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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.
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in El Cajon, CA is approximately $1,810, while a 2-bedroom apartment averages around $2,194.
Rents in El Cajon, CA have experienced a modest increase in 2024, with an overall rise of 2.7%. While 3-bedroom apartments have seen a significant increase, 1-bedroom rents have slightly decreased.
The best time to look for an apartment in El Cajon is during the winter months, such as December and March, when demand is lower and prices may be about 5% less than in the summer.
Yes, approximately 42.79% of the apartment listings in El Cajon are pet-friendly.
About 14% of apartment listings in El Cajon include utilities in the rent.
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 2024 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.
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