Rental GuideEl Cajon, CA

El Cajon rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$2,095

Year Over Year Change

$13

Rentals available, last 30 days

173

Rent ranges for El Cajon apartments

$4,501 - $6,000

$3,001 - $4,500

$1,501 - $3,000

$0 - $1,500

$4,501 - $6,000

$3,001 - $4,500

$1,501 - $3,000

83%

$0 - $1,500

83%

How has rent in El Cajon, CA changed in the last two years?

The average rent in El Cajon, CA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $2,095, which is a 0.59% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in El Cajon, CA is about $1,750. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in El Cajon, CA is $2,225, and studios are about $1,520 per month.

See more El Cajon, CA rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in El Cajon, CA?

schools

15,337

students

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Who lives in El Cajon, CA?

Gender

49% Male

51% Female

Age Range

0-19

27%

20-34

22%

35-44

13%

45-64

24%

65+

12%

Language

English

57%

Spanish

18%

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

18%

Education

No HS

14%

High School

54%

Bachelor's

23%

Master's

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in El Cajon, CA?

Families

45% Families

55% Single

Property

58% Renters

42% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

22%

25-50k

22%

50-75k

17%

75-100k

12%

100-150k

13%

150k+

11%

How do residents get around El Cajon, CA?

El Cajon locals spend about 26 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of El Cajon is through San Diego International Airport, 14.48 miles away.

Walking

7/10

Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Cycling

3/10

This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Driving

8/10

Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

3/10

There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Scores for El Cajon are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

Satisfaction survey results for El Cajon, CA

We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In El Cajon, 43% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is lower than the national average of 60%.

Top Three Reasons to Live in El Cajon

Public transportation

68%Satisfaction rating

Weather

57%Satisfaction rating

Parks & recreation

43%Satisfaction rating

Other Things to Consider

Quality schools

Affordable housing

Pet friendly

Nightlife