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Student Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA

159 Rentals
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  2. Building Photo - Park Pointe
    1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    |
    1 BED
    $2,352+
    2 BEDS
    $2,655+
    3 BEDS
    $3,001+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,347 - $6,737
    Required Monthly Fees$5
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,352 - $3,111

    Park Pointe

    2450 Hilton Head Pl, El Cajon, CA 92019
    (619) 832-0885
  4. $250 Off
    Price Drop. $250 Off
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    STUDIO
    $1,751+
    1 BED
    $2,408+
    2 BEDS
    $3,056+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,746 - $6,971
    Required Monthly Fees$5
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,751 - $3,117

    Navajo Bluffs

    6575 Jaffe Ct, San Diego, CA 92119
    (619) 536-1637
  11. Building Photo - 550 Graves Ave
    2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,250
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,250
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,250

    550 Graves Ave Unit 10

    550 Graves Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
  19. Building Photo - 321 W Park Ave
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $7,028
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$7,028
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$7,028

    321 W Park Ave Unit SI ID1475274P

    321 W Park Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
  20. Building Photo - 1676 Raynell Way
    4 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $8,922
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$8,922
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$8,922

    1676 Raynell Way Unit SI ID1465005P

    1676 Raynell Way, El Cajon, CA 92019
  25. Building Photo - 5679 Amaya Dr
    2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $4,090
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,090
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,090

    5679 Amaya Dr Unit SI FL1-ID1120A

    5679 Amaya Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
  26. Building Photo - 1013 S Sunshine Ave
    Rent Special
    Rent Special
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $4,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,000

    1013 S Sunshine Ave Unit K

    1013 S Sunshine Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
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  28. 3 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $2,900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,900

    1000 Estes St Unit #22

    1000 Estes St, El Cajon, CA 92020
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  29. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,375
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,375
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,375

    336 Travelodge Dr

    336 Travelodge Dr, El Cajon, CA 92020
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  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

    2027 Windmill View Rd

    2027 Windmill View Rd, El Cajon, CA 92020
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  31. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,895
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,895
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,895

    9175 Campina Dr Unit #12

    9175 Campina Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
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  32. 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
  33. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,250
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,250
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,250

    935 Avocado Ave

    935 Avocado Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
  34. 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

    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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  • Bostonia 625 Sq Ft $2,005/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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