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Park Pointe
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Park Pointe

2450 Hilton Head PlEl Cajon, CA 92019
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Terre at Bostonia
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$2,252 - $3,907
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$1,800 - $3,907
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Terre at Bostonia

1294 N Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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590 Durham St

El CajonCA92019

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El Cajon, CA Local Guide

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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 $3,004. Veranda La Mesa in the Fletcher Hills neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,200 square feet and currently listed start at $3,153. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in El Cajon:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The District ApartmentsELEMENT1,265 Sq Ft$3,004
Veranda La Mesa12001,200 Sq Ft$3,153
Terre at Wells2X1 * PF1,187 Sq FtCall for Rates
Colonnade at Fletcher HillsB31,148 Sq Ft$2,617
Sunset Gardens2 BEDROOM 1140 SQUARE FEET1,140 Sq Ft$2,650
La Roca Plaza2x1.5 Townhome1,125 Sq Ft$2,495
Woodbridge Mount Helix - $1200 Move In Bonus!Two Bedroom Two Bathroom1,107 Sq Ft$2,805
Terre at BradleySunset1,100 Sq Ft$2,190
Arbors ApartmentsSycamore1,070 Sq Ft$2,695
Villa Knolls Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath1,053 Sq Ft$2,550

Cheapest Available El Cajon 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 23, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in El Cajon, CA is the Apartments Model starting from $1,975 at 5121 Dailey Ct in the Mount Helix neighborhood. The second most affordable El Cajon 2 Bedroom is the 2 Bedrooms/ 1 Bath Model at Coleen Court Apartments starting at $1,995 in the Granite Hills neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in El Cajon is currently $2,518. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in El Cajon:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
5121 Dailey CtApartments$1,975
Coleen Court Apartments2 Bedrooms/ 1 Bath$1,995
Garden Park2x2R$1,995
Oak Valley Apartments2/1 Upstairs with Balcony$1,995
Terre at 989 PeachCasita$2,009
Greentree Apartments2/1 Down$2,025
Terre at 1019 PeachHacienda$2,031
Mollison Garden Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$2,095
Ranchouse Apartments *$500 Off*Two Bedroom$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 5121 Dailey Ct listed at $1,975.

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 $2,518.

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 $3,004 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 947 sq ft.

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