3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA (222 Rentals)

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Parkway Club
$2,897 - $3,135
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3 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 10

Parkway Club

1237-1237 Graves AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Park Pointe
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$3,577 - $3,622
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$2,384 - $5,307
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$2,401 - $5,324
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Park Pointe

2450 Hilton Head PlEl Cajon, CA 92019
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360 Millar Ave
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360 Millar Ave

360 Millar AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Magnolia Apartments
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Magnolia Apartments

732 Magnolia AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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434 Avocado Ave
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434 Avocado Ave

434 Avocado AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Parkway Club
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Parkway Club

316 Hart DrEl Cajon, CA 92021
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1331 Windmill Rd
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1331 Windmill Rd

1331 Windmill RdEl Cajon, CA 92019
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514 N 1st St
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514 N 1st St

514 N 1st StEl Cajon, CA 92021
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1341 Marline Ave
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1341 Marline Ave

1341 Marline AveEl Cajon, CA 92021

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318 W Chase Ave
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318 W Chase Ave

318 W Chase AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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1064 Aster Ave
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1064 Aster Ave

1064 Aster AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Heritage Grove
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Heritage Grove

978-990 E Main StEl Cajon, CA 92021
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810 Scranton St
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810 Scranton St

810 Scranton StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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1004 Sumner Ave
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1004 Sumner Ave

1004 Sumner AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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1207-9 Lyons Ln
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1207-9 Lyons Ln

1207-9 Lyons LnEl Cajon, CA 92021

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1004 Coleen Ct
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1004 Coleen Ct

1004 Coleen CtEl Cajon, CA 92021
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399 Compton St
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399 Compton St

399 Compton StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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1118 N Anza St
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1118 N Anza St

1118 N Anza StEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Villa Monte Vina
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Villa Monte Vina

12190-12191 E Cuyamaca College Dr DrEl Cajon, CA 92019
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429 Hart Dr
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429 Hart Dr

429 Hart DrEl Cajon, CA 92021

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El Cajon, CA Local Guide

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Largest Available El Cajon 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in El Cajon, CA is found at Villa Toscana in the Rancho San Diego neighborhood and is 1,315 square feet priced from $3,325. Greystone Ridge Townhomes in the Prospect Glen neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,220 square feet and currently listed start at $2,700. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in El Cajon:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Villa ToscanaVilla Tuscany (3BD/2BA)1,315 Sq Ft$3,325
Greystone Ridge Townhomes3 BEDROOMS1,220 Sq Ft$2,700
Woodbridge Mount Helix - Up To $3225 Off !Townhome1,200 Sq Ft$3,480
Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC*Renovated 3 Bed 2 Bath1,200 Sq Ft$2,995
Casa De Helix - La MesaExtra Large 3 Bedroom 2 Bath1,200 Sq Ft$3,295
Grossmont Bluffs3BR/2BA - Remodeled1,189 Sq Ft$3,400
Terre at E BradleyAzure1,116 Sq Ft$2,898
Park PointeThree Bedroom Renovated1,095 Sq Ft$3,516
Villa Morocco3X21,092 Sq Ft$3,120

Cheapest Available El Cajon 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of February 17, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in El Cajon, CA is the Three Bedroom Model starting from $2,495 at Ranchouse Apartments *$500 Off* in the Granite Hills neighborhood. The second most affordable El Cajon 3 Bedroom is the 3x2R Model at Garden Park starting at $2,495 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in El Cajon is currently $3,509. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in El Cajon:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Ranchouse Apartments *$500 Off*Three Bedroom$2,495
Garden Park3x2R$2,495
Town Center Apartments3 BR (Light Cabinets) Enclosed Patio$2,695
Greystone Ridge Townhomes3 BEDROOMS$2,700
Terre at E BradleyAzure$2,898
Canyon Run Apartments3 Bed x 2 Bath$2,975
Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC*Renovated 3 Bed 2 Bath$2,995
Villa Morocco3X2$3,120
Woodbridge Mount Helix - Up To $3225 Off !Three Bedroom Two Upstairs$3,215

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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 3 Bedroom El Cajon Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in El Cajon with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in El Cajon is at Ranchouse Apartments *$500 Off* listed at $2,495.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom El Cajon Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in El Cajon is $3,509.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom El Cajon Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in El Cajon is a 1,315 square feet unit starting from $3,325 at Villa Toscana.

What is the average size for El Cajon 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in El Cajon is currently 1,314 sq ft.

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