Apartments for Rent in the East San Diego/El Cajon Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (83 Rentals)

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5679 Amaya Dr

La MesaCA91942

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6093 Severin Dr

La MesaCA91942
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1009 Dennstedt Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

1009 Dennstedt Ct

1009 Dennstedt CtEl Cajon, CA 92020
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1031 Dennstedt Ct
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1031 Dennstedt Ct

1031 Dennstedt CtEl Cajon, CA 92020

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La Mesa Duplex
Studio Apartments

La Mesa Duplex

6030 Nancy DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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5900 Severin Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5900 Severin Dr

5900 Severin DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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9175 Campina Dr
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

9175 Campina Dr

9175 Campina DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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1105 Chase Ave
Studio Apartments

1105 Chase Ave

1105 Chase AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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735 El Cajon Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

735 El Cajon Blvd

735 El Cajon BlvdEl Cajon, CA 92020
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5679 Amaya Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5679 Amaya Dr

5679 Amaya DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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336 Front St
2 Bedroom Apartments

336 Front St

336 Front StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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628 Millar Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

628 Millar Ave

628 Millar AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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552 Millar Ave
Studio Apartments

552 Millar Ave

552 Millar AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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588 Millar Ave
Studio Apartments

588 Millar Ave

588 Millar AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Vista Del Sol
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vista Del Sol

1280 W Main StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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The Boulevard
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Boulevard

638 El Cajon BlvdEl Cajon, CA 92020
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384 Millar Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

384 Millar Ave

384 Millar AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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390 Millar Ave
Studio Apartments

390 Millar Ave

390 Millar AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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620 Lemon Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

620 Lemon Ave

620 Lemon AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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East San Diego/El Cajon, San Diego, CA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East San Diego/El Cajon, San Diego, CA

Ranked #40

Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have a family with younger kids? this residential neighborhood is a leading part of town for families, with a score of 3.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and having the best-rated education opportunities available.

Outdoors Rating

Are you somebody that needs to live with access to the great outdoors? East San Diego/El Cajon has come to be providing favorable access to parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 3.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

East San Diego/El Cajon is amongst the finest luxury submarkets in town, with a score of 3.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, proximity to great shopping areas, views, access to parks, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include wood-burning fireplaces, sports like tennis and raquetball, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

This area has a reputation as one of our preferred communities for renting with pets, with a score of 3.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about East San Diego/El Cajon

How much are Studio apartments in East San Diego/El Cajon?

There are currently 7 Studio Apartments in East San Diego/El Cajon with rent ranges from $1,295 to $3,408 with an average price of $1,722.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom East San Diego/El Cajon Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in East San Diego/El Cajon ranges from $1,874 to $4,938 with an average monthly rent of $2,759.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in East San Diego/El Cajon cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in East San Diego/El Cajon range from $2,193 to $5,416. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,983.

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