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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 | $2,675 | $2,050 | $5,100 |
| El Cajon 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,873 | $2,800 | $9,900 |
| El Cajon 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,866 | $3,895 | $6,900 |
| El Cajon 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $17,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available El Cajon Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in El Cajon, CA is a Studio unit found at Vista Palms in the Mount Helix neighborhood priced from $1,295. Vista De Luna has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,470. Here is today’s list of the most affordable El Cajon apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Palms | $500 OFF the first month!~Vista Palms 0+1s | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Vista De Luna | $500 OFF the first month!! Limited time only!~U... | Studio,1BA | $1,470 |
| Vista Oaks | 0+1S | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA
As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the El Cajon area is the $2.06 price per square foot Sunset Model at Terre at Bradley in the in the Winter Gardens neighborhood starting from $2,269. The second greatest value El Cajon apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome Remodeled Model at Oro Park Apartments starting at $2,450 with a $2.40 price per square foot in the Granite Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Cajon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terre at Bradley | Sunset | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Oro Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome Remodeled | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.40 |
| 1314 Cuyamaca St, Unit 4 | 1314 Cuyamaca St | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 2133 Rancho Meadowcrest Rd, Unit A | 2133 Rancho Meadowcrest Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| The Courtyards | 2BD/ 1BA Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Village Green | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Mollison Garden Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Winter Gardens Manor | 9250 Winter Gardens Blvd #15 | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Crestwood | All 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Casa Tierra Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in El Cajon?
There are currently 1101 Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,295 to $7,370. There are also 100 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Cajon ranging from $850 to $17,500.
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 $17,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,418.
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 $3,825, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $9,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,560.
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