Cheap Homes for Rent in La Alameda Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA from $1,400 (1 Rental)

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La Alameda, El Cajon, CA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Alameda, CA

As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the La Alameda area is the $2.38 price per square foot One Bedroom Model at Casa Tierra Apartments in the in the Granite Hills neighborhood starting from $1,725. The second greatest value La Alameda apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Shady Terrace starting at $1,695 with a $2.42 price per square foot in the Granite Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for La Alameda apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Casa Tierra ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.38
Shady TerraceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.42
The Greentree Apartmentsdownstairs1BR,1BA$2.42
Anniversary ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.61
ALTASummit1BR,1BA$3.42
Villa Capri Apartment *$500 Off*One Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$2.76
Terre at SandalwoodLavendar1BR,1BA$2.82
Terre at MadisonLinden1BR,1BA$3.19
La Quinta Apartment1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.61
Royal Oakdale ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.06

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Frequently Asked Questions about La Alameda

What type of rentals are currently available in La Alameda?

There are currently 107 Apartments for Rent in La Alameda, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,619 to $3,400. There are also 8 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in La Alameda ranging from $1,495 to $4,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in La Alameda?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in La Alameda ranges from $1,495 to $4,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,679.

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