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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
$2,395
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1d ago
1037 E Lexington Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,150–$2,300
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1d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$2,895–$2,995
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708 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$1,934–$5,096
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1d ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,853–$7,853
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1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,054–$7,144
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1d ago
Apartment for rent in El Cajon
Swimming pool | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$1,883
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1d ago
Apartment for rent in El Cajon
14519 Rios Canyon Rd #D, El Cajon, CA 92021
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Ceiling fan
2 beds
1 bath
$2,495
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Available Aug 8
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,095
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2d ago
1162 Hacienda Dr, El Cajon, CA 92020
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2 beds
2 baths
$4,000
House for rent
Available Nov 17
2d ago
Condo for rent in El Cajon
514 Shady Ln #A, El Cajon, CA 92021
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Central heat
2 beds
2 baths
$2,395
Condo for rent
Available Jul 20
2d ago
Apartment for rent in El Cajon
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
$1,650
Price drop
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,900
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2d ago
1039 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,975–$2,625
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2d ago
948 S Sunshine Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Controlled access
2 beds
1 bath
$2,100
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2d ago
1535 Granite Hills Dr, El Cajon, CA 92019
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Dishwasher
2 beds
2 baths
$2,400
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2d ago
863 S Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,095
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3d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,525
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3d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,425
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3d ago
1250 El Cajon Blvd, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
Studio
1 bath
$1,395–$1,445
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3d ago
House for rent in El Cajon
2 beds
1 bath
$1,995
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3d ago
411 S Johnson Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Controlled access
2 beds
2 baths
$2,195
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,100
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3d ago
2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,095–$2,145
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3d ago
431 Van Houten Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher
3 beds
2 baths
$3,495
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3d ago
180 N 1st St, El Cajon, CA 92021
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,645–$2,125
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3d ago
166 S Lincoln Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,695–$1,995
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3d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,750–$2,095
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,495
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3d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,050
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3d ago
758 S Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
2 beds
1 bath
$1,995–$2,195
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3d ago
299 Wisconsin Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
2 beds
2 baths
$2,200
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3d ago
1286 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
On-site laundry | Balcony | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,195
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4d ago
Condo for rent in El Cajon
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,100
Condo for rent
Available Aug 15
4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,075
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4d ago
257 Jamacha Rd, El Cajon, CA 92019
2 beds
1 bath
$2,150
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4d ago
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1054 S Magnolia Ave #1, El Cajon, CA 92020
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
2 beds
2 baths
$2,195
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4d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,950
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,725–$1,795
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4d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,545–$1,725
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4d ago
740 Washington Heights Rd, El Cajon, CA 92019
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Swimming pool
2 beds
2 baths
$2,095–$2,195
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4d ago
1371 E Lexington Ave, El Cajon, CA 92019
Air conditioning | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
2 beds
1 bath
$1,995
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4d ago
642 S Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Swimming pool
3 beds
2 baths
$2,599
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4d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,295
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4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,195
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,923–$5,670
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4d ago
151 Ballantyne St, El Cajon, CA 92020
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$1,725
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4d ago
725 Washington Heights Rd, El Cajon, CA 92019
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$2,150–$2,295
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4d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,025
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4d ago
340 Wells Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
2 beds
2 baths
$2,775
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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.
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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