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Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA with Washer & Dryer

211 Rentals
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  2. Building Photo - Park Pointe
    1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    |
    1 BED
    $2,487+
    2 BEDS
    $2,645+
    3 BEDS
    $3,043+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,482 - $6,336
    Required Monthly Fees$5
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,487 - $3,239

    Park Pointe

    2450 Hilton Head Pl, El Cajon, CA 92019
    (619) 832-0885
  5. 1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    |
    1 BED
    $2,609+
    2 BEDS
    $3,290+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,600 - $4,944
    Required Monthly Fees$9
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,609 - $3,562

    The District Apartments

    8727 Fletcher Pky, La Mesa, CA 91942
    (619) 825-2084
  6. Building Photo - Central Park
    Rent Special
    Rent Special
    1 BED
    $2,302+
    2 BEDS
    $2,821+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,297 - $5,717
    Required Monthly Fees$5
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,302 - $3,161

    Central Park

    5636 Amaya Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
    (619) 825-2859
  12. 3 BEDS
    $3,100
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,095 - $3,495
    Required Monthly Fees$5
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$3,100 - $3,500

    Canyon Springs Townhome Apartments

    2000 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 92021
    (619) 486-3615
  23. Building Photo - 5048 Bluff Pl
    4 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $9,695
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$9,695
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$9,695

    5048 Bluff Pl Unit SI ID1465025P

    5048 Bluff Pl, El Cajon, CA 92020
  24. Building Photo - 1219 Denver Ln
    3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $8,751
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$8,751
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$8,751

    1219 Denver Ln Unit SI ID1465013P

    1219 Denver Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021
  33. Building Photo - 5679 Amaya Dr
    2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,710
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,710
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,710

    5679 Amaya Dr Unit SI FL1-ID1120A

    5679 Amaya Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
  37. Building Photo - 5679 Amaya Dr
    2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,680
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,680
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,680

    5679 Amaya Dr Unit SI FL3-ID1046A

    5679 Amaya Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
  38. Building Photo - 1671 Lisbon Ln
    Rent Special
    Rent Special
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,000

    1671 Lisbon Ln Unit A

    1671 Lisbon Ln, El Cajon, CA 92019
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  39. Living room - 649 Crest Dr
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,950
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,950
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,950

    649 Crest Dr Unit Guest House

    649 Crest Dr, El Cajon, CA 92019
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  40. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $4,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,500

    1732 Sea Pines Rd

    1732 Sea Pines Rd, El Cajon, CA 92019
  41. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $4,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,000

    646 S Sunshine Ave

    646 S Sunshine Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
  42. 4 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $7,900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$7,900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$7,900

    606 S Sunshine Ave

    606 S Sunshine Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
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El Cajon at a Glance

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El Cajon, CA Apartments for Rent

El Cajon takes its name from the Spanish phrase meaning "the box," a reference to the box-like shape of the valley that surrounds this San Diego County city. Located 17 miles east of downtown San Diego, El Cajon offers a suburban setting with easy access to metropolitan amenities. Those looking for apartments for rent in El Cajon will find a range of options, with average rental rates that provide more affordable alternatives to coastal San Diego communities while maintaining convenient access to the region's attractions and employment centers.

The city features several distinct neighborhoods, including Fletcher Hills and Rancho San Diego, both offering scenic valley views and proximity to shopping destinations like Parkway Plaza. Residents benefit from nearby educational institutions such as Grossmont College and Cuyamaca College, as well as outdoor spaces including the Water Conservation Garden and the Butterfly Garden at Cuyamaca College. Major highways provide straightforward commutes to downtown San Diego and other parts of the county, making El Cajon a practical choice for those working throughout the metropolitan area. The city also hosts cultural events like the Mother Goose Parade, a tradition since 1946, and is home to Taylor Guitars, a globally recognized guitar manufacturer.

Renting in El Cajon

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Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in El Cajon

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  • Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
  • Bostonia 624 Sq Ft $1,897/mo

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Grossmont Middle College High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
37 Students
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Valhalla High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,728 Students
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Valhalla High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,728 Students
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Granite Hills High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,331 Students
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Hillsdale Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,481 Students
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Hillsdale Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,481 Students
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Fuerte Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
686 Students
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Fletcher Hills Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
540 Students
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Johnson Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
766 Students
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Johnson Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
766 Students

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