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Built in 20262 Bedroom Apartments
101 Main St
101 Main StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Built in 20233 Bedroom Apartments
1118 N Anza St
1118 N Anza StEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Built in 2020Studio Apartments
888 Cherrywood Way
888 Cherrywood WayEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Built in 20191 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
120 Ballantyne St
120 Ballantyne StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Built in 20183 Bedroom Apartments
428-448 Emerald Ave
428-448 Emerald AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Built in 20163 Bedroom Apartments
502 Camden Yards Way
502 Camden Yards WayEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Built in 20261 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
PEPPER CREEK
1475 Graves AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Built in 20232 Bedroom Apartments
235 E Lexington Ave
235 E Lexington AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Built in 20201 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Cornerstone Place
230 S Sunshine AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Built in 20193 Bedroom Apartments
Peter Rios Estates
14261-14277 Rios Canyon RdEl Cajon, CA 92021
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$3,355Built in 20211 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 29
Haven at La Mesa
8585 La Mesa BlvdLa Mesa, CA 91942
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$2,575 - $5,597Built in 20211 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Vela Santee Apartments
7847 Mission Gorge RdSantee, CA 92071
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Built in 20232 to 4 Bedroom Apartments
Rancho Fanita Villas
8601-8652 Sunrise DrSantee, CA 92071
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Built in 2026Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
5101 Garfield St
5101 Garfield StLa Mesa, CA 91941
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Built in 20252 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Prospect Park
8542 Prospect AveSantee, CA 92071
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Built in 20231 Bedroom Apartments
Lantern Crest Ridge II
11000 Sunset TrlSantee, CA 92071
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Built in 20232 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
8921 Cottonwood Ave
8921 Cottonwood AveSantee, CA 92071
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Built in 20223 Bedroom Apartments
Carlton Oaks Townhomes
9301 E Heaney CirSantee, CA 92071
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Built in 20221 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Village Run Townhomes
9918-9950 Buena Vista AvenueSantee, CA 92071
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Built in 2021Studio Apartments
8935 N Magnolia Ave
8935 N Magnolia AveSantee, CA 92071
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Built in 20211 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
5900 Severin Dr
5900 Severin DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Built in 2021Studio Apartments
Riverview Santee Townhomes
315 Lagoon WaySantee, CA 92071
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Built in 2020Studio Apartments
Towne Villas
8735 AveSantee, CA 92071
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Built in 2020Studio Apartments
9204-9220 Mast Blvd
9204-9220 Mast BlvdSantee, CA 92071
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Built in 2020Studio Apartments
Riderwood Gardens
9805-10277 Caspi Gardens DrSantee, CA 92071
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Built in 2020Studio Apartments
The Lakes Town Center
10230 Palm Glen DrSantee, CA 92071
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Built in 2018Studio Apartments
3650 S Barcelona St
3650 S Barcelona StSpring Valley, CA 91977
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Built in 20261 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Textur
5220 Wilson StLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Built in 20191 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Westmont of La Mesa
9000 Murray DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New El Cajon Studio Apartments | $1,676 | $525 | $2,268 |
| New El Cajon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,183 | $1,350 | $4,054 |
| New El Cajon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,593 | $1,895 | $8,593 |
| New El Cajon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,599 | $2,495 | $10,000+ |
| New El Cajon 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,945 | $6,384 | $10,000+ |
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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 New El Cajon Apartments
What is the Cheapest New apartment in El Cajon?
Currently the most affordable New Apartment in El Cajon is at Vela Santee Apartments listed at $2,575.
How much is the average rent for a New El Cajon Apartment?
The average rent for a New Apartment in El Cajon is $3,728.
What is the largest New El Cajon Apartment for rent?
Today's New apartment with the most square footage in El Cajon is a 1,006 square feet unit starting from $2,575 at Vela Santee Apartments.
What is the average size for El Cajon New Apartments for rent?
The average size for a New rental in El Cajon is currently at 670 sq ft.
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