Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA (36 Rentals)

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Rental terms in El Cajon as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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ALTA
Short Term Available
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ALTA

346 Jamacha RdEl Cajon, CA 92019
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Canyon Springs Townhome Apartments
Short Term Available
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Canyon Springs Townhome Apartments

2000 E Main StEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Terre at Sandalwood
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Terre at Sandalwood

708 N Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Terre at E Bradley
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Terre at E Bradley

360 E Bradley AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Terre at Mollison
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Terre at Mollison

233 N Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Horizon
Short Term Available
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Horizon

466 W Washington AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Terre at E Park fka Town Plaza
Short Term Available
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Terre at E Park fka Town Plaza

311 Ballantyne StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Terre at 1050 Peach fka Sierra Ridge
Short Term Available
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Terre at 1050 Peach fka Sierra Ridge

1050 Peach AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Terre at 1019 Peach
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Terre at 1019 Peach

1019 Peach AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Sunset Gardens
Short Term Available
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6 Months
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Sunset Gardens

848 N Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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The Woods
Short Term Available
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12 Months
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The Woods

480 Jamacha RdEl Cajon, CA 92019
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Canyon Run Apartments
Short Term Available
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12 Months
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Canyon Run Apartments

1365 BroadwayEl Cajon, CA 92021
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The District Apartments
Short Term Available
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6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11
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The District Apartments

8727 Fletcher PkyLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Serena Vista Apartment Homes
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Serena Vista Apartment Homes

5810 Amaya DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Navajo Bluffs
Short Term Available
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Navajo Bluffs

6575 Jaffe CtSan Diego, CA 92119
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Elan Avante
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Elan Avante

8515 Chloe AveLa Mesa, CA 91942
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5679 Amaya Dr

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Ikaria Apartments
Short Term Available
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12 Months
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Ikaria Apartments

8876 Olive LnSantee, CA 92071
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Shadow Point
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Shadow Point

9830 Dale AveSpring Valley, CA 91977

El Cajon, CA Local Guide

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El Cajon Overview

Playfully referred to as 'The Big Box', El Cajon is located in the heart of San Diego County, a growing popular hotspot in sunny California. From epic weather and cuisine, to an eclectic body population and sound economic base, this west coast city is in-demand for good cause.

Why live in El Cajon, CA?

Home to a wide array of popular universities as well as boasting plenty of that famous California sunshine to spare, El Cajon apartments are wildly popular among working-class families and on-the-go young professionals alike. From scenic mountains to the nearby coastline, this beautiful slice of the west coast has much to offer a variety of lifestyles, and its unsurprising that rentals remain in-demand consistently.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
El Cajon, CA

Ranked #104

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Remember the 3 Rules of Real Estate:
Location, Location, Location!

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Getting Around El Cajon, CA

Walk Score®

63 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

32 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term El Cajon Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in El Cajon?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in El Cajon is at 10350 Del Rio Rd, Unit Furnished 1 Bedroom listed at $1,800.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term El Cajon Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in El Cajon is $2,987.

What is the largest Short-term El Cajon Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in El Cajon is a 2,873 square feet unit starting from $6,130 at 4223 Woodland Dr.

What is the average size for El Cajon Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in El Cajon is currently at 986 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.