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Lexington Park
800 E Lexington AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Parkway Club
1237-1237 Graves AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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$2,996 - $3,106
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Park Pointe
2450 Hilton Head PlEl Cajon, CA 92019
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Forest Park at Fletcher Hills
1210-1250 Petree StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Warren Bostonia Townhomes
1234-1242 N 1st StEl Cajon, CA 92021
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$2,695 - $2,703
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Cajon Villa Apartments
933 Peach AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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1233 E Madison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Oak Valley Apartments
1037 E Lexington AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Terre at Lexi
1041 E Lexington AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Canyon Run Apartments
1365 BroadwayEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Terre at Madison
1241 E Madison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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989 Peach AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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233 N Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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504 E Lexington Ave
504 E Lexington AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
1000 Estes St, Unit #22
1000 Estes St
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1732 Sea Pines Rd
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1219 Denver Ln, Unit SI ID1465013P
1219 Denver LnEl Cajon, CA 92021
1491 Gustavo St, Unit A
1491 Gustavo St
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150 W Camden Ave
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13549 Hwy 8 Business
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Pacifica Sunrise Apartments/Condominiums
642 S Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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360 Millar Ave
360 Millar AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Magnolia Apartments
732 Magnolia AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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434 Avocado Ave
434 Avocado AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Parkway Club
316 Hart DrEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Paseo Del Sol Villas
1000 Estes StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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1116-1118 Persimmon Ave
1116-1118 Persimmon AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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1341 Marline Ave
1341 Marline AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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318 W Chase Ave
318 W Chase AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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1064 Aster Ave
1064 Aster AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Heritage Grove
978-990 E Main StEl Cajon, CA 92021
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1120-22 Peach Avenue
1120 Peach AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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1159-1161 Persimmon Ave
1159-1161 Persimmon AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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1163-1165 Persimmon Ave
1163-1165 Persimmon AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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15462 Olde Highway 80
15462 Olde Highway 80El Cajon, CA 92021
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502 Camden Yards Way
502 Camden Yards WayEl Cajon, CA 92020
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1331 Windmill Rd
1331 Windmill RdEl Cajon, CA 92019
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514 N 1st St
514 N 1st StEl Cajon, CA 92021
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810 Scranton St
810 Scranton StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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1004 Sumner Ave
1004 Sumner AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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1288 Persimmon Ave
1288 Persimmon AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Cajon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| El Cajon Studio Apartments | $1,676 | $525 | $2,268 |
| El Cajon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,183 | $1,350 | $4,054 |
| El Cajon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,593 | $1,895 | $8,593 |
El Cajon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,599 | $2,495 | $10,000+ |
| El Cajon 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,945 | $6,384 | $10,000+ |
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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 Greystone Ridge Townhomes in the Prospect Glen neighborhood and is 1,220 square feet priced from $2,700. Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC* has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,200 square feet and currently listed start at $2,795. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in El Cajon:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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| Greystone Ridge Townhomes | 3 BEDROOMS | 1,220 Sq Ft | $2,700 |
| Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC* | Staged Apartment | 1,200 Sq Ft | $2,795 |
| Woodbridge Mount Helix | Three Bedroom Two Upstairs | 1,200 Sq Ft | $3,265 |
| Casa De Helix - La Mesa | Extra Large 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 1,200 Sq Ft | $3,295 |
| Terre at E Bradley | Azure | 1,116 Sq Ft | $2,856 |
| Cajon Villa Apartments | 3x2 | 1,100 Sq Ft | $2,699 |
| Warren Bostonia Townhomes | Three Bedroom Two Bathroom | 1,100 Sq Ft | $3,100 |
| Park Pointe | Three Bedroom Renovated | 1,095 Sq Ft | $3,013 |
| Villa Morocco | 3X2 | 1,092 Sq Ft | $3,124 |
| Canyon Run Apartments | 3 Bed x 2 Bath | 1,000 Sq Ft | $3,230 |
Cheapest Available El Cajon 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 03, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in El Cajon, CA is the 3x2 Model starting from $2,699 at Cajon Villa Apartments in the El Cajon neighborhood. The second most affordable El Cajon 3 Bedroom is the 3 BEDROOMS Model at Greystone Ridge Townhomes starting at $2,700 in the Prospect Glen neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in El Cajon is currently $3,599. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in El Cajon:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Cajon Villa Apartments | 3x2 | $2,699 |
| Greystone Ridge Townhomes | 3 BEDROOMS | $2,700 |
| Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC* | Staged Apartment | $2,795 |
| Terre at E Bradley | Azure | $2,856 |
| Park Pointe | Three Bedroom Renovated | $3,013 |
| Warren Bostonia Townhomes | Three Bedroom Two Bathroom | $3,100 |
| Villa Morocco | 3X2 | $3,124 |
| Canyon Run Apartments | 3 Bed x 2 Bath | $3,230 |
| Woodbridge Mount Helix | Three Bedroom Two Upstairs | $3,265 |
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What is the Cheapest apartment in El Cajon with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in El Cajon is at Cajon Villa Apartments listed at $2,699.
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 $3,599.
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 1,220 square feet unit starting from $2,700 at Greystone Ridge Townhomes.
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 1,312 sq ft.
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