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Largest Available El Cajon 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in El Cajon, CA is found at Villa Toscana in the Rancho San Diego neighborhood and is 866 square feet priced from $2,270. Navajo Bluffs in the Prospect Glen neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 800 square feet and currently listed start at $2,234. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in El Cajon:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Villa ToscanaVilla Florentine866 Sq Ft$2,270
Navajo Bluffs1B1800 Sq Ft$2,234
Casa De Helix La Mesa, Brand New Kitchen, w/dLarge 1 Bedroom800 Sq Ft$2,195
Winter Gardens Manor9250 Winter Gardens Blvd #15780 Sq Ft$1,695
River Trail Apartments1/1 Jr780 Sq Ft$1,950
VillasPalazzo760 Sq Ft$1,997
HorizonRise756 Sq Ft$1,957
Ivanhoe Village Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath750 Sq Ft$2,048
Sunset Gardens1 BEDROOM 740 SQUARE FEET740 Sq Ft$1,950

Cheapest Available El Cajon 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 04, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in El Cajon, CA is the One Bedroom - Downstairs Model starting from $1,500 at Anza Terrace - Seniors Only 55+ in the Bostonia neighborhood. The second most affordable El Cajon 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at La Quinta Apartment starting at $1,525 in the Rancho San Diego neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in El Cajon is currently $2,342. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in El Cajon:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Anza Terrace - Seniors Only 55+One Bedroom - Downstairs$1,500
La Quinta Apartment1 Bed 1 Bath$1,525
Royal Oakdale ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,525
Sun Valley Gardens1 bedroom/1 bath unit$1,625
Winter Gardens Manor9250 Winter Gardens Blvd #15$1,695
Crestwood ApartmentsUpstairs 1/1$1,695
Westwood Apartments1/1 A (Lobby)$1,695
Pepper Creek1 Bedroom - 520sqft$1,695
Terre at CopleyBreeze$1,703
Ranchouse Apartments *$500 Off*One Bedroom$1,725

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El Cajon Overview

Playfully referred to as 'The Big Box', El Cajon is located in the heart of San Diego County, a growing popular hotspot in sunny California. From epic weather and cuisine, to an eclectic body population and sound economic base, this west coast city is in-demand for good cause.

Why live in El Cajon, CA?

Home to a wide array of popular universities as well as boasting plenty of that famous California sunshine to spare, El Cajon apartments are wildly popular among working-class families and on-the-go young professionals alike. From scenic mountains to the nearby coastline, this beautiful slice of the west coast has much to offer a variety of lifestyles, and its unsurprising that rentals remain in-demand consistently.

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El Cajon, CA

Ranked #79

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around El Cajon, CA

Walk Score®

63 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

32 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom El Cajon Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in El Cajon with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in El Cajon is at Anza Terrace - Seniors Only 55+ listed at $1,500.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom El Cajon Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in El Cajon is $2,342.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom El Cajon Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in El Cajon is a 866 square feet unit starting from $2,270 at Villa Toscana.

What is the average size for El Cajon 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in El Cajon is currently 480 sq ft.

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