Gated Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA (61 Rentals)

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property at 1000 Estes St

$2,900

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$2,900
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1000 Estes St, Unit #22

1000 Estes St
El CajonCA92020
property at 13746 Gateway View Dr

$3,800

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$3,800
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4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

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13746 Gateway View Dr

El CajonCA92021

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property at 550 Graves Ave

$2,250

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$2,250
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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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550 Graves Ave, Unit 10

550 Graves Ave
El CajonCA92020
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Tierra Del Norte
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tierra Del Norte

984 Peach AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Magnolia Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Apartments

732 Magnolia AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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209 Millar Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

209 Millar Ave

209 Millar AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Shady Lane Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Shady Lane Apartments

421 Shady LnEl Cajon, CA 92021
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309 Chambers St
2 Bedroom Apartments

309 Chambers St

309 Chambers StEl Cajon, CA 92020

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342 S Lincoln Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

342 S Lincoln Ave

342 S Lincoln AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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311 S 1st St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

311 S 1st St

311 S 1st StEl Cajon, CA 92019
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393 Shady Ln
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

393 Shady Ln

393 Shady LnEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Bradeley Condos
Studio Apartments

Bradeley Condos

745 E Bradley AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Duke & Duchess
Studio Apartments

Duke & Duchess

800 N Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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La Quinta Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

La Quinta Gardens

1386 E Madison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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101 Main St
2 Bedroom Apartments

101 Main St

101 Main StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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1028 Leslie Rd
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1028 Leslie Rd

1028 Leslie RdEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Casa Verde
2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Verde

1509 E Washington AveEl Cajon, CA 92019
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Parc One
$3,079 - $8,659
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Parc One

320 Town Center PkySantee, CA 92071
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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 Gated El Cajon Apartments

What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in El Cajon?

Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in El Cajon is at Persimmon Terrace Senior Apartments listed at $1,350.

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

The average rent for a Gated Apartment in El Cajon is $2,650.

What is the largest Gated El Cajon Apartment for rent?

Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in El Cajon is a 1,265 square feet unit starting from $2,404 at The District Apartments.

What is the average size for El Cajon Gated Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Gated rental in El Cajon is currently at 717 sq ft.

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