1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA Under $1,500 (17 Rentals)

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Merritt Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Merritt Manor

964-980 Merritt DrEl Cajon, CA 92020
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1141 Persimmon Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1141 Persimmon Ave

1141 Persimmon AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
Senior Living
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Tierra Del Norte
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tierra Del Norte

984 Peach AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Cypress Park
1 Bedroom Apartments

Cypress Park

348 W Cypress AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Rockford Gardens
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Rockford Gardens

181 Ballantyne StEl Cajon, CA 92020

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Easter Manor Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Easter Manor Apartments

1113 Greenfield DrEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Roanoke
1 Bedroom Apartments

Roanoke

174 Roanoke RdEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Parkway Club
1 Bedroom Apartments

Parkway Club

316 Hart DrEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Cajon Senior Villas
1 Bedroom Apartments

Cajon Senior Villas

1219 Persimmon AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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9859 Dale Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

9859 Dale Ave

9859 Dale AveSpring Valley, CA 91977
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Rancho La Mesa
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Rancho La Mesa

5436 Vincetta CtLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Forester Square
1 Bedroom Apartments

Forester Square

9560 Via ZapadorSantee, CA 92071

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Laurel Park
1 Bedroom Apartments

Laurel Park

10122 Buena Vista AveSantee, CA 92071
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El Cajon, CA Local Guide

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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

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 $2,283.

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 $2,306 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 597 sq ft.

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