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21h ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,982–$2,161
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1h ago
Verified
2950 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, CA 92020
Swimming pool | Fitness center | Ceiling fan
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,603–$3,039
Apartment for rent
21h ago
Verified
1240 Petree St, El Cajon, CA 92020
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,847–$2,960
Price drop
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1d ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$2,195
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
2–3 beds
2 baths
$2,390–$3,295
Price drop
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11h ago
Townhouse for rent in El Cajon
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,650
House for rent
11h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,450–$2,600
Apartment for rent
1d 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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2d ago
570 S Lincoln Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Controlled access
2 beds
1 bath
$2,440
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in El Cajon
4 beds
3 baths
$5,850
House for rent
Swimming Pool
Outdoor Space
On-Site Laundry
Air Conditioning
11h ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,015–$2,435
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
3 beds
1.5 baths
$2,650
Condo for rent
Available Aug 6
23h ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,588
Apartment for rent
23h ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$8,166
$5,801
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$6,479
$5,240
Price drop
Apartment for rent
4d 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
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$6,265
Apartment for rent
1h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,650–$1,895
Apartment for rent
1h 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
8h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,999
Apartment for rent
11h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
Apartment for rent
15h ago
314 Wisconsin Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,725
Apartment for rent
1d ago
355 Orlando St, El Cajon, CA 92021
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$1,745–$1,800
Apartment for rent
2d ago
163 Ballantyne St, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695–$1,725
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
Apartment for rent
3d 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
3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,395
Apartment for rent
4d ago
303 E Madison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
2 beds
1 bath
$1,995
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
3 beds
2 baths
$2,720–$2,860
Apartment for rent
5d+ 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
Apartment for rent
5d+ 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
1h ago
945 Estes St, El Cajon, CA 92020
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$1,950
Apartment for rent
3h ago
320 Shady Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,699–$2,095
Apartment for rent
4h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,649–$2,100
Apartment for rent
6h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,045
Apartment for rent
7h ago
1037 E Lexington Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
2 beds
1 bath
$2,150–$2,275
Apartment for rent
8h ago
233 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,740–$5,394
Apartment for rent
8h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,742–$6,426
Apartment for rent
8h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,950–$6,390
Apartment for rent
8h ago
2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,394–$7,454
Apartment for rent
8h ago
House for rent in El Cajon
3 beds
2 baths
$3,450
House for rent
10h ago
110 W Renette Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695
Apartment for rent
10h ago
180 N 1st St, El Cajon, CA 92021
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,125
Apartment for rent
11h ago
166 S Lincoln Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,695–$1,950
Apartment for rent
11h ago
3 beds
1 bath
$3,295
House for rent
12h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,095
Apartment for rent
12h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695
Apartment for rent
12h ago
3 beds
1 bath
$2,700
Apartment for rent
15h ago
421 S Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
2 beds
1 bath
$1,900
Apartment for rent
16h ago
1043 S Sunshine Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$2,295
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As of today, El Cajon's median rent price is $2,100 per month, which is down 2%, or $45, compared to last year.
Median rent
$2,100
YoY change
−2%
−$45/mo
Rentals, last 30 days
198
| Size | Value | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| All bedrooms | $2,100 | −2% |
| 1 bedroom | $1,757 | −2% |
| 2 bedroom | $2,195 | 0% |
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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