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Student Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA

147 Rentals
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  1. Building Photo - Park Pointe
    1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    |
    1 BED
    $2,301+
    2 BEDS
    $2,573+
    3 BEDS
    $3,156+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,294 - $3,315
    Required Monthly Fees$7
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,301 - $3,322

    Park Pointe

    2450 Hilton Head Pl, El Cajon, CA 92019
    (619) 832-0885
  3. Rent Special
    Rent Special
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    STUDIO
    $1,835+
    1 BED
    $2,382+
    2 BEDS
    $2,488+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,829 - $2,631
    Required Monthly Fees$6
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,835 - $2,637

    Navajo Bluffs

    6575 Jaffe Ct, San Diego, CA 92119
    (619) 536-1637
  13. Building Photo - 550 Graves Ave
    2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,225
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,225
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,225

    550 Graves Ave Unit 10

    550 Graves Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
  19. Building Photo - 5679 Amaya Dr
    2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,630
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,630
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,630

    5679 Amaya Dr Unit SI FL1-ID1120A

    5679 Amaya Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
  20. Building Photo - 5679 Amaya Dr
    2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,770
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,770
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,770

    5679 Amaya Dr Unit SI FL1-ID1081A

    5679 Amaya Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
  21. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $3,360
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,360
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,360

    5679 Amaya Dr Unit SI FL3-ID382A

    5679 Amaya Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
  22. Quiet, end unit - 12022 Calle De Montana
    2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,995
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,995
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,995

    12022 Calle De Montana Unit #289

    12022 Calle De Montana, El Cajon, CA 92019
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  23. Building Photo - 210 Chambers St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,500

    210 Chambers St Unit 12

    210 Chambers St, El Cajon, CA 92020
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  24. Building Photo - 602 E Chase Ave
    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,500

    602 E Chase Ave

    602 E Chase Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
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  25. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,500

    11402 Via Rancho San Diego Unit 3

    11402 Via Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, CA 92019
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  26. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $2,050
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,050
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,050

    8422 Highwood Dr Unit 8420

    8422 Highwood Dr, San Diego, CA 92119
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  27. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,395
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,395
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,395

    10913 Sunray Pl

    10913 Sunray Pl, La Mesa, CA 91941
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  28. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,300
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,300
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,300

    8731 Graves Ave Unit 29

    8731 Graves Ave, Santee, CA 92071
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  29. 3 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $3,290
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,290
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,290

    655 E Washington Ave Unit D

    655 E Washington Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
  30. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,100
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,100
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,100

    8661 Lake Murray Blvd Unit 5

    8661 Lake Murray Blvd, San Diego, CA 92119
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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.

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Grossmont Middle College High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
37 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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Granite Hills High School

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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Eje Middle Academy

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
254 Students
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Fuerte Elementary School

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 School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
766 Students
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Fletcher Hills Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
540 Students

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