
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA (646 Rentals)


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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 | $1,695 | $1,395 | $2,069 |
| El Cajon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,170 | $1,350 | $4,789 |
El Cajon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,536 | $1,900 | $9,384 |
| El Cajon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,385 | $2,495 | $10,000+ |
| El Cajon 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,101 | $6,465 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available El Cajon 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in El Cajon, CA is found at The District Apartments in the Lake Murray neighborhood and is 1,265 square feet priced from $3,462. Veranda La Mesa in the Fletcher Hills neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,150 square feet and currently listed start at $3,016. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in El Cajon:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The District Apartments | ELEMENT | 1,265 Sq Ft | $3,462 |
| Veranda La Mesa | 1150 | 1,150 Sq Ft | $3,016 |
| Colonnade at Fletcher Hills | B3 | 1,148 Sq Ft | $2,848 |
| Sunset Gardens | 2 BEDROOM 1140 SQ FT | 1,140 Sq Ft | $2,650 |
| Woodbridge Mount Helix - $1200 Move In Bonus! | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 1,107 Sq Ft | $2,805 |
| Arbors Apartments | Sycamore | 1,070 Sq Ft | $2,895 |
| Camerons Mobile Estates | Rent a Home | 1,060 Sq Ft | $2,750 |
| Villa Knolls Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 1,053 Sq Ft | $2,550 |
| Ivanhoe Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 1,040 Sq Ft | $2,982 |
| Forest Park at Fletcher Hills | 2D | 799 Sq Ft | $2,390 |
Cheapest Available El Cajon 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 07, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in El Cajon, CA is the Hacienda Model starting from $1,969 at Terre at 1019 Peach in the Outlying Poway Santee Ramona neighborhood. The second most affordable El Cajon 2 Bedroom is the Apartments Model at 5121 Dailey Ct starting at $1,975 in the Mount Helix neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in El Cajon is currently $2,536. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in El Cajon:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Terre at 1019 Peach | Hacienda | $1,969 |
| 5121 Dailey Ct | Apartments | $1,975 |
| Mollison Villas | 2/1 Remodeled Kitchen | $1,995 |
| Greentree Apartments | 2/1 Up | $1,995 |
| Terre at Bostonia | Luminous | $1,997 |
| Terre at 989 Peach | Casita | $2,022 |
| Four Winds Apartments | 2 BR / 1 BA | $2,095 |
| Ranchouse Apartments *$500 Off* | Two Bedroom | $2,095 |
| Mollison Garden Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $2,095 |
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom El Cajon Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in El Cajon with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in El Cajon is at Terre at 1019 Peach listed at $1,969.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom El Cajon Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in El Cajon is $2,536.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom El Cajon Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in El Cajon is a 1,265 square feet unit starting from $3,462 at The District Apartments.
What is the average size for El Cajon 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in El Cajon is currently 941 sq ft.
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