Studio Apartments for Rent in the East San Diego/El Cajon Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (7 Rentals)

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East San Diego/El Cajon?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East San Diego/El Cajon Studio Apartments | $2,084 | $1,295 | $3,255 |
East San Diego/El Cajon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,661 | $1,785 | $4,938 |
East San Diego/El Cajon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,026 | $2,190 | $5,316 |
East San Diego/El Cajon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,298 | $2,842 | $5,235 |
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Largest Available East San Diego/El Cajon Studio Apartments
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Vista Palms | $500 OFF!~Vista Palms 0+1 | 350 Sq Ft | $1,325 |
Cheapest Available East San Diego/El Cajon Studio Apartments
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Vista Palms | $500 OFF the first month!~Vista Palms 0+1s | $1,295 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio East San Diego/El Cajon Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in East San Diego/El Cajon with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in East San Diego/El Cajon is at Vista Palms listed at $1,295.
How much is the average rent for a Studio East San Diego/El Cajon Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in East San Diego/El Cajon is $2,084.
What is the largest available Studio East San Diego/El Cajon Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in East San Diego/El Cajon is a 350 square feet unit starting from $1,325 at Vista Palms.
What is the average size for East San Diego/El Cajon Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in East San Diego/El Cajon is currently 434 sq ft.
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