
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA Under $1,700 (43 Rentals)


Terre at 989 Peach

Persimmon Terrace Senior Apartments

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Royal Oakdale Apartments

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Greentree Apartments

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La Quinta Apartment

840-840 S Orange Ave

530 Graves Ave

563 Broadway

571 Tilling Way

169 E Main St

Tierra Del Norte
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Merritt Manor

Persimmon Villas Senior Apartments

Colonial Gardens Apartments

Key Largo Apartments

Rockford Gardens

Fletcher Hills Apartments

Easter Manor Apartments

Cajon Senior Villas
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Evergreen Gardens

Sun Valley Gardens

Westwood

Shady Terrace

Broadway Square Apartments

Park West Apartments
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Palm Towers

Lincoln Palms

The Village at Rancho San Diego

9145 Gorge Ave

10423 Madrid Way

9859 Dale Ave

Rancho La Mesa

Forester Square
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Casa De Oro Senior Apartments

Laurel Park

Rockcrest Villas Senior Apartments
El Cajon, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Cajon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Cajon Studio Apartments | $1,680 | $1,425 | $2,143 |
| El Cajon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,198 | $1,350 | $4,789 |
| El Cajon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,533 | $1,895 | $9,602 |
| El Cajon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,233 | $2,495 | $8,811 |
| El Cajon 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,749 | $6,452 | $10,000+ |
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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 $2,198.
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 $2,412 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 570 sq ft.
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