Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho San Diego Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA from $900 (10 Rentals)

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Cheap Apartments in the Rancho San Diego area of El Cajon.

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Merritt Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Merritt Manor

964-980 Merritt DrEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Magnolia Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Apartments

732 Magnolia AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Villa Rimini
2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Rimini

725 Washington Heights RdEl Cajon, CA 92019
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Villas of Washington
2 Bedroom Apartments

Villas of Washington

1121 E Washington AveEl Cajon, CA 92019
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Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rancho San Diego Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rancho San Diego area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at La Quinta Apartment priced from $1,625. Terre at Lexi has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,711. Here are the most affordable Rancho San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
La Quinta Apartment1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,625
Terre at LexiBirch1BR,1BA$1,711
The Madison1BR/1BA - Remodeled1BR,1BA$1,905

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho San Diego, CA

As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rancho San Diego area is the $3.05 price per square foot Townhome Remodeled Model at Woodbridge Mount Helix "Immediate Move In" in the in the Rancho San Diego neighborhood starting from $3,665. The second greatest value Rancho San Diego apartment is the 2 Bedroom Remodel Model at Sommerset starting at $2,950 with a $2.93 price per square foot in the Rancho San Diego neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rancho San Diego apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Woodbridge Mount Helix "Immediate Move In"Townhome Remodeled3BR,2.5BA$3.05
Sommerset2 Bedroom Remodel2BR,2BA$2.93
The Courtyards2BD/ 1BA Upstairs2BR,1BA$2.25
Montebello VillasPlan A2BR,2BA$2.44
Lexington ParkPlan B - Remodeled2BR,2BA$2.90
Villa ToscanaVilla Florentine1BR,1BA$2.65
Mollison Garden Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$2.29
Village Green2 Bed2BR,1BA$2.35
Rancho Hillside Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath A1BR,1BA$3.32
Terre at LexiBirch1BR,1BA$2.45

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, CA

Ranked #3

Among neighborhoods in El Cajon, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, and the greater San Diego area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Rancho San Diego Neighborhood in El Cajon, CA

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

30 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rancho San Diego Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho San Diego Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho San Diego Apartment is $1,625 at La Quinta Apartment.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rancho San Diego Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rancho San Diego is starting from $1,950 at Mollison Garden Apartments.

What is the most affordable Rancho San Diego Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Rancho San Diego Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lexington Park and starts from $2,842.

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