1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the East San Diego/El Cajon Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (31 Rentals)

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Dailey Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Dailey Court

5151 Dailey CtLa Mesa, CA 91942
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eaves La Mesa
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eaves La Mesa

5679 Amaya DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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572 Richfield Ave
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572 Richfield Ave

572 Richfield AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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The Boulevard
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The Boulevard

638 El Cajon BlvdEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Vista Del Sol
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Vista Del Sol

1280 W Main StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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679 Lemon Ave
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679 Lemon Ave

679 Lemon AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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449 El Cajon Blvd
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449 El Cajon Blvd

449 El Cajon BlvdEl Cajon, CA 92020

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9175 Campina Dr
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9175 Campina Dr

9175 Campina DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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807 W Palm Ave
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807 W Palm Ave

807 W Palm AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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620 Lemon Ave
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620 Lemon Ave

620 Lemon AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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5900 Severin Dr
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5900 Severin Dr

5900 Severin DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Westmont of La Mesa
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Westmont of La Mesa

9000 Murray DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Foothill Manor
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Foothill Manor

8969 Grossmont BlvdLa Mesa, CA 91941
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384 Millar Ave
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384 Millar Ave

384 Millar AveEl Cajon, CA 92020

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735 El Cajon Blvd
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735 El Cajon Blvd

735 El Cajon BlvdEl Cajon, CA 92020

East San Diego/El Cajon, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Largest Available East San Diego/El Cajon 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the East San Diego/El Cajon area of San Diego, CA is found at Array La Mesa and is listed at 1,430 square feet priced from $4,054. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Array La MesaLive Work1,430 Sq Ft$4,054
Serena Vista Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom784 Sq Ft$2,144
The District ApartmentsENERGY726 Sq Ft$2,341
Colonnade at Fletcher HillsA1718 Sq Ft$2,189
Veranda La Mesa705705 Sq Ft$2,214
eaves La Mesa691691 Sq Ft$2,224
Forest Park at Fletcher Hills1C684 Sq Ft$2,224
The Timbers ApartmentsA3 - Downstairs656 Sq Ft$2,136
Parkway Club1 Bed • 1 Bath (B)650 Sq Ft$2,175
Central ParkLuccia602 Sq Ft$2,781

Cheapest Available East San Diego/El Cajon 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit East San Diego/El Cajon of San Diego, CA is the One Bedroom Model starting from $1,925 at Majestic Apartments - ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in East San Diego/El Cajon is currently $2,661. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Majestic Apartments - ALL UTILITIES INCLUDEDOne Bedroom$1,925
The Timbers ApartmentsD3 - Upstairs$1,959
Serena Vista Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$2,144
Parkway Club1 Bed • 1 Bath (A)$2,175
Colonnade at Fletcher HillsA1$2,189
Veranda La Mesa705$2,214
eaves La Mesa691$2,224
Forest Park at Fletcher Hills1C$2,224
The District ApartmentsENERGY$2,341
Array La MesaA2A$2,582

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East San Diego/El Cajon, San Diego, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California including East San Diego/El Cajon, San Diego, and the greater San Diego area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom East San Diego/El Cajon Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in East San Diego/El Cajon with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in East San Diego/El Cajon is at Majestic Apartments - ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED listed at $1,925.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom East San Diego/El Cajon Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in East San Diego/El Cajon is $2,661.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom East San Diego/El Cajon Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in East San Diego/El Cajon is a 1,430 square feet unit starting from $4,054 at Array La Mesa.

What is the average size for East San Diego/El Cajon 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in East San Diego/El Cajon is currently 696 sq ft.

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