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Rental GuideEl Cajon, CA

El Cajon rent data for:

As of today, you'll find 150 apartments for rent in El Cajon, with a median rent price of $2,045 per month. El Cajon has seen a 8%—or $191—decrease in median rent price compared to the previous year.

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$2,045

Year Over Year Change

-8%

$191

Rentals available, last 30 days

150

Rent ranges for El Cajon apartments
$4,501 - $6,000
1%
$3,001 - $4,500
7%
$1,501 - $3,000
85%
$0 - $1,500
7%

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 $2,045, which is a 8.14% decrease year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in El Cajon, CA is about $1,726. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in El Cajon, CA is $2,195, and studios are about $1,545 per month.

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

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

25

schools

15,337

students

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Blossom Valley Elementary School

9863 oakmont terr

el cajon, CA, 92021

K-5Public
B+

Empower

165 roanoke rd

el cajon, CA, 92020

K-8Public
B+

Fuerte Elementary School

11625 fuerte dr

el cajon, CA, 92020

K-5Public
B+

Rancho San Diego Elementary School

12151 calle albara

el cajon, CA, 92019

K-5Public
B+

Jamacha Elementary School

2962 jamul dr

el cajon, CA, 92019

K-5Public
B

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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

2%

Asia Pac

3%

Other

18%

Education

No HS

14%

High School

54%

Bachelor's

23%

Master's

5%

Prof Degree

1%

Doctorate

0%

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
43%
Affordable housing
32%
Pet friendly
32%
Nightlife
22%
Dating scene
22%
Job market
11%
Cost of living
0%

Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.

How we got this data

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The Timbers Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

2h ago

9.7

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The Timbers Apartments

1110 Petree St, El Cajon, CA 92020

Air conditioning | Dishwasher | Microwave

1–2 beds

1 bath

$1,746–$2,106

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The Madison - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

9.6

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The Madison

1360 E Madison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021

In-unit laundry | Microwave | Oven

1–2 beds

1 bath

$1,990–$2,460

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Lexington Park - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

9.6

Excellent

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Lexington Park

800 E Lexington Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020

In-unit laundry | Ceiling fan | Dishwasher

2 beds

2 baths

$2,425–$2,785

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