
Top Rated 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA (42 Rentals)


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Parkway Club

Colonnade at Fletcher Hills

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Terre at Graves

Alder Woods

Villa Monte Vina

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294 Chambers St

576 Richfield Ave

Pepper Creek

Slostice Senior Living

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Haven at La Mesa

Veranda La Mesa

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Navajo Bluffs

Central Park

Parc One

Santee Villas

Vela Apartments

La Mesa Gardens

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Summit Park Village

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Grossmont Village

5900 Severin Dr

8605 Mellmanor Dr

Shadow Point

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Grossmont Apartments

Dailey Court

Waterford Terrace Senior Living 55+

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Cajon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Cajon Studio Apartments | $1,726 | $1,200 | $2,406 |
| El Cajon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,099 | $1,500 | $3,429 |
| El Cajon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,505 | $1,900 | $3,500 |
| El Cajon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,090 | $2,495 | $5,748 |
| El Cajon 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,748 | $3,995 | $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 Cajon Senior Villas 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 $2,099.
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 $2,855 at Vela 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 516 sq ft.
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