How much is the average rent in El Cajon, CA for 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments?

El Cajon's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,800 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $2,200 monthly. These figures reflect the current market conditions in San Diego County's rental landscape.

When is the best time to look for an apartment in El Cajon, CA?

January offers the lowest rental prices in El Cajon, with rents 4.6% lower than September's peak pricing. November and December also present favorable conditions with less competition between renters, while July and August see the highest demand relative to available inventory.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in El-Cajon, CA?

Yes, approximately 42.79% of the apartment listings in El Cajon are pet-friendly.

Are utilities usually included in rent in El Cajon, CA?

El Cajon rentals rarely include utilities as part of the monthly rent, with only about 0.12% of total listings offering this arrangement. This pattern remains consistent across apartment sizes, from studios at 0.06% to three-bedroom units at 0.10% inclusion rates.

Short Term Rentals in El Cajon, CA

25 rentals available

20h ago

9.6

Excellent

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10150 Sierra Madre Road

10150 Sierra Madre Rd, Casa de Oro-Mount Helix, CA 91977

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

4 beds

2 baths

$8,817

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Assigned Parking

Central Heat

Microwave

Smoking Allowed

2d ago

Verified

7578 Ohio Pl, La Mesa, CA 91942

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

1 bed

1 bath

$3,579

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Central Heat

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

Oven

2d ago

Verified

4349 Oxford St, La Mesa, CA 91942

Short term | Furnished | Air conditioning

1 bed

1 bath

$4,055

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Central Heat

On-Site Laundry

Oven

Wi-Fi

2d ago

Verified

1078 Cosmo Ave, El Cajon, CA 92019

Short term | Furnished | Air conditioning

1 bed

1 bath

$3,045

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Assigned Parking

Furnished

Microwave

Wi-Fi

2d ago

Verified

8120 Melrose Ln, Winter Gardens, CA 92021

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

1 bed

1 bath

$3,260

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Assigned Parking

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

Oven

2d ago

Verified

8781 Blue Boy Ln, Santee, CA 92071

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

1 bed

1 bath

$4,055

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Central Heat

Dishwasher

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

Wi-Fi

Nearby rental good for eco-living

$2,195

Bostonia

Nearby rental good for pet owners

$3,045

1078 Cosmo Ave

2d ago

Verified

910 S Lincoln Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020

Short term | Furnished | Air conditioning

1 bed

1 bath

$4,789

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Furnished

Microwave

Oven

Wi-Fi

2d ago

Verified

6090 Rock St, San Diego, CA 92115

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

3 beds

2 baths

$7,840

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

Oven

Smoking Allowed

Wi-Fi

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2d ago

Verified

606 S Sunshine Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

4 beds

2 baths

$7,237

$7,020

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Central Heat

Dishwasher

Fireplace

Oven

Wi-Fi

2d ago

Verified

2003 Pierce Ct, Rancho San Diego, CA 92019

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

4 beds

3.5 baths

$15,660

$14,906

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

Oven

Wi-Fi

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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.

$4,600

El Cajon

$2,550

Lemon Grove

$2,400

Lemon Grove

2d ago

8.4

Very good

Verified

5048 Bluff Place

5048 Bluff Pl, Casa de Oro-Mount Helix, CA 92020

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

2–4 beds

1–2 baths

$9,172–$9,633

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Central Heat

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

Oven

2d ago

Verified

1676 Raynell Way, El Cajon, CA 92019

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

4 beds

2 baths

$9,329

$9,067

Price drop

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Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Furnished

Garage Parking

Microwave

Wi-Fi

3d ago

Verified

5679 Amaya Dr #1120A, La Mesa, CA 91942

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

2 beds

2 baths

$3,700

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

Wi-Fi

3d ago

Verified

1219 Denver Ln, Bostonia, CA 92021

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

3 beds

2.5 baths

$8,786

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Central Heat

Dishwasher

Garage Parking

Oven

Wi-Fi

3d ago

Verified

4989 Randlett Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

4 beds

3 baths

$6,589

$6,430

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Central Heat

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

Wi-Fi

4d ago

Short Term house for rent in Lemon Grove

Charming 2 Bed/1 Bath Single Family Home in Lemon Grove, CA - Available 6/11 - $2700

3038 Washington St, Lemon Grove, CA 91945

Short term | In-unit laundry | Storage

2 beds

1 bath

$2,700

House for rent

Available Jun 11

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

Storage

4d ago

Short Term El Cajon apartment for rent in El Cajon

1054 S Magnolia Ave

1054 S Magnolia Ave #8, El Cajon, CA 92020

Short term | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

2 beds

2 baths

$2,195

$2,095

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 1

Top amenities

Dishwasher

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Short Term La Mesa condo for rent in La Mesa

1 Bed 1 Bath Close to Lake Murray

5700 Baltimore Dr #55, La Mesa, CA 91942

Short term | Swimming pool | Fitness center

Studio

0 baths

$1,950

Condo for rent

Available Jun 4

Top amenities

Swimming Pool

5d+ ago

Short Term Spring Valley apartment for rent in Spring Valley

$1800 Studio 1Bd 1Ba

3567 Hartzel Dr, Spring Valley, CA 91977

Short term | Furnished | Air conditioning

1 bed

1 bath

$1,800

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 1

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

5d+ ago

Short Term Spring Valley apartment for rent in Spring Valley

3535 Helix St, Spring Valley, CA 91977

Short term | Garage parking | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$2,350

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Garage Parking

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Verified

$2,195 - 2 BEDS 2 BATHS, WASHER & DRYER, UPSTAIRS, REMODELED IN GATED COMMUNITY IN EL CAJON

1261 Victor St #9, Bostonia, CA 92021

Short term | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

2 beds

2 baths

$2,195

Apartment for rent

Available May 1

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

In-Unit Laundry

1496 Oakdale Ave Apt 2 #Apt 2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Short Term El Cajon apartment for rent in El Cajon

Residential Lease, El Cajon, CA

1496 Oakdale Ave Apt 2 #Apt 2, El Cajon, CA 92021

Short term | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

2 beds

1 bath

$2,150

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

Oven

5d+ ago

Short Term condo for rent in Lemon Grove

8148 Longdale Drive, Lemon Grove, CA 91945

Short term | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

2 beds

1 bath

$2,595

Condo for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

Storage

5d+ ago

Short Term Bostonia condo for rent in Bostonia

Condominium - El Cajon, CA

745 E Bradley Ave, Bostonia, CA 92021

Short term | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$2,100

Condo for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Ceiling Fan

On-Site Laundry

Storage

3D tour

5d+ ago

Short Term house for rent in El Cajon

Single Family Residence - El Cajon, CA

13561 Paseo Del Mar, El Cajon, CA 92021

Short term | Air conditioning | Swimming pool

4 beds

3 baths

$4,600

House for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

On-Site Management

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