
3 Bedroom Homes for Rent in El Cajon, CA (35 Rentals)


748 S Anza St, Unit B

738 S Anza St

309 Graves Ct

1132 Old Mountain View Rd

145 W Washington Ave

11436 Via Rancho San Diego

251 Indiana Ave
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1319 Peach Ave

1307 S Orange Ave

446 Hart Dr

635 W Renette Ave

1415 Granite Hills Dr

1511 Sunrise Shadow Ct

11946 Via Zapata

2027 Old Bend Rd
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1145 Merritt Ln

790 Anastasia Ct

532 Canyon Rim Dr

8743 Navajo Rd, Unit 3

3447 Sweetwater Springs Blvd

4150 Merritt Blvd

10170 Palm Glen Dr

11959 Sapota Dr
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6050 Henderson Dr

9471 Pennywood Rd

9610 W Hartland Cir

9227 Heatherdale St

10736 Itzamna Rd

5715 Baltimore Dr

8624 Warmwell Dr

1705 Montilla St
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9686 Wayfarer Dr

8622 Warmwell Dr

8810 Mariposa St
El Cajon, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in El Cajon?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
El Cajon 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,685 | $2,095 | $5,100 |
El Cajon 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,871 | $2,700 | $9,900 |
El Cajon 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,850 | $3,895 | $6,900 |
El Cajon 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about El Cajon
What type of rentals are currently available in El Cajon?
There are currently 1104 Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,295 to $7,490. There are also 97 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Cajon ranging from $850 to $15,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in El Cajon?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in El Cajon ranges from $850 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,994.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in El Cajon?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in El Cajon range from $2,495 to $3,836, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,700 to $9,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,480.
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