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

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Merritt Manor
from $9251 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Merritt Manor

964-980 Merritt DrEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Magnolia Apartments
from $1,2202 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Apartments

732 Magnolia AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Villa Rimini
from $1,4952 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Rimini

725 Washington Heights RdEl Cajon, CA 92019
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Villas of Washington
from $1,5302 Bedroom Apartments

Villas of Washington

1121 E Washington AveEl Cajon, CA 92019
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La Hacienda Apartments
from $1,6952 Bedroom Apartments

La Hacienda Apartments

962 S Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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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 Majestic Apartments - *$500 Off* priced from $1,795. Terre at 1037 Peach fka Peach Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,796. Here are the most affordable Rancho San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Majestic Apartments - *$500 Off*One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,795
Terre at 1037 Peach fka Peach AvenueSol1BR,1BA$1,796
Village Green2 Bed2BR,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho San Diego, CA

As of January 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rancho San Diego area is the $2.72 price per square foot Townhome Model at Woodbridge Mount Helix "Immediate Move In" in the in the Rancho San Diego neighborhood starting from $3,265. The second greatest value Rancho San Diego apartment is the 2 Bedroom Remodel Model at Sommerset starting at $3,050 with a $3.03 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"Townhome3BR,2.5BA$2.72
Sommerset2 Bedroom Remodel2BR,2BA$3.03
Rancho Hillside2 bed 2 bath (2x2 B D)2BR,2BA$3.12
Henry Square2 bd 1.5 ba Townhomes2BR,1.5BA$2.56
The Courtyards2BD/ 1BA Upstairs2BR,1BA$2.33
Lexington ParkPlan B - Remodeled2BR,2BA$2.79
Villa ToscanaVilla Florentine1BR,1BA$2.51
Village Green2 Bed2BR,1BA$2.35
Mollison Garden Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$2.70
Palm Terrace2 bed/1 bath Remodeled2BR,1BA$3.06

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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 $1,795 at Majestic Apartments - *$500 Off*.

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 $1,995 at Village Green.

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 Sommerset and starts from $3,025.

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