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Amenities for 601 Van Houten Ave, El Cajon
Features
| Central Air |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Roof Type: Composition |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Garage Parking |
| Outdoor Space | Three Parking Spaces |
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About 601 Van Houten Ave
Property Status: Active Move-in Ready, Completely Remodeled 3 Bed 2 Bath, UNFURNISHED, 1,080 Square Feet, New Kitchen & Baths, New Appliances, New Washer & Dryer, New Flooring, Private Yard, Pet upon Approval, 2 Car Garage with 2 Additional Parking Spaces. Office Phone: (619) 280-2888 Copyright © 2026 San Diego MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Source: San Diego MLS|MLS Listing No. 260025884
Address details
| Neighborhood | El Cajon |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 92020 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in El Cajon
3-bedroom apartments at 601 Van Houten Ave cost about 28% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in El Cajon.
Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
El Cajon
El Cajon
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $3,435 |
| December 2024 | $3,286 |
| January 2025 | $3,212 |
| February 2025 | $3,071 |
| March 2025 | $3,221 |
| April 2025 | $3,016 |
| May 2025 | $3,027 |
| June 2025 | $3,031 |
| July 2025 | $3,042 |
| August 2025 | $3,125 |
| September 2025 | $3,018 |
| October 2025 | $3,113 |
| November 2025 | $3,075 |
| December 2025 | $3,195 |
| January 2026 | $3,003 |
| February 2026 | $3,041 |
| March 2026 | $3,087 |
| April 2026 | $3,154 |
| May 2026 | $3,124 |
| June 2026 | $3,137 |
| July 2026 | $3,078 |
| August 2026 | $3,147 |
| September 2026 | $3,315 |
| October 2026 | $3,269 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $3,433 |
| December 2024 | $3,340 |
| January 2025 | $3,212 |
| February 2025 | $3,062 |
| March 2025 | $3,180 |
| April 2025 | $2,967 |
| May 2025 | $2,996 |
| June 2025 | $2,962 |
| July 2025 | $3,025 |
| August 2025 | $3,053 |
| September 2025 | $2,975 |
| October 2025 | $3,067 |
| November 2025 | $3,042 |
| December 2025 | $3,170 |
| January 2026 | $2,933 |
| February 2026 | $2,992 |
| March 2026 | $3,006 |
| April 2026 | $3,107 |
| May 2026 | $3,074 |
| June 2026 | $3,100 |
| July 2026 | $3,052 |
| August 2026 | $3,147 |
| September 2026 | $3,315 |
| October 2026 | $3,231 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 601 Van Houten Ave
Chase Avenue Elementary School
195 e chase ave
el cajon, CA, 92020
K-6Public
C
Empower
165 roanoke rd
el cajon, CA, 92020
K-8Public
B+
Cajon Valley Home
2962 jamul dr
el cajon, CA, 92019
K-8Public
C+
Lakeside Union Alternative Education
9308 winter gardens blvd
lakeside, CA, 92040
K-8Public
B
Lemon Grove Academy Elementary
7885 golden ave
lemon grove, CA, 91945
K-6Public
Getting around El Cajon near 601 Van Houten Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 601 Van Houten Ave, El Cajon
Groceries
7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
6/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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