New 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA (11 Rentals)

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120 Ballantyne St
Built in 20191 Bedroom Apartments

120 Ballantyne St

120 Ballantyne StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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PEPPER CREEK
Built in 20261 Bedroom Apartments

PEPPER CREEK

1475 Graves AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Cornerstone Place
Built in 20201 Bedroom Apartments

Cornerstone Place

230 S Sunshine AveEl Cajon, CA 92020

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Lantern Crest Ridge II
Built in 20231 Bedroom Apartments

Lantern Crest Ridge II

11000 Sunset TrlSantee, CA 92071
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5101 Garfield St
Built in 20261 Bedroom Apartments

5101 Garfield St

5101 Garfield StLa Mesa, CA 91941
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5900 Severin Dr
Built in 20211 Bedroom Apartments

5900 Severin Dr

5900 Severin DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Village Run Townhomes
Built in 20221 Bedroom Apartments

Village Run Townhomes

9918-9950 Buena Vista AvenueSantee, CA 92071

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Westmont of La Mesa
Built in 20191 Bedroom Apartments

Westmont of La Mesa

9000 Murray DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
Senior Living
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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 Persimmon Terrace Senior Apartments listed at $1,350.

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 $2,247.

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 1,006 square feet unit starting from $2,980 at Vela Santee Apartments.

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 602 sq ft.

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