
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA (194 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in El Cajon that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


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Terre at 1037
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Terre at E Bradley

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ALTA

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Villa Capri Apartment *$500 Off*
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The Courtyards *$500 Off *

Terre at Madison

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Terre at 1019 Peach

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Horizon

Terre at Graves

Greenfield Meadows

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Ranchouse Apartments *$500 Off*

Terre at E Park

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Henry Square

Shady Terrace

Artesia Condominiums
El Cajon, CA Local Guide

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 Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $1,979 | $1,395 | $4,043 |
El Cajon Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,261 | $1,500 | $4,769 |
El Cajon Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,614 | $1,975 | $5,576 |
El Cajon Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,109 | $2,495 | $4,328 |
El Cajon Pet Friendly 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,590 | $3,850 | $7,330 |
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Pet Friendliest El Cajon Apartments for Rent
The El Cajon Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is Villa Toscana in the Rancho San Diego neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 4 of 4. Casa De Helix La Mesa, Brand New Kitchen, w/d in the Casa de Oro Mount Helix neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 3.8 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly El Cajon apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
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Villa Toscana | 4/4 | Rancho San Diego | $2,281 |
Casa De Helix La Mesa, Brand New Kitchen, w/d | 3.8/4 | Casa de Oro Mount Helix | $2,050 |
Terre at E Bradley | 3.8/4 | Bostonia | $3,062 |
Anza Terrace - Seniors Only 55+ | 3.2/4 | Bostonia | $1,500 |
The Sophia at Mt. Helix | 3.2/4 | Casa de Oro Mount Helix | $1,976 |
Parkway Club | 3.2/4 | Bostonia | $1,970 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in El Cajon, CA
The lowest priced El Cajon apartment at a property that allows pets is the One Bed One Bath 1 Bed Model at Villa Capri Apartment *$500 Off* in the Granite Hills neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second cheapest El Cajon Pet Friendly apartment is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at Artesia Condominiums, which is a 1 Bed starting at $1,950 in the Fletcher Hills neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly El Cajon apartments.
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Villa Capri Apartment *$500 Off* | One Bed One Bath | $1,795 |
Artesia Condominiums | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,950 |
Casa De Helix La Mesa, Brand New Kitchen, w/d | Large 1 Bedroom | $2,050 |
The District Apartments | PRESERVE | $2,119 |
Montebello Villas | Plan B | $2,145 |
Bree Manor | Two Bed One Bath Upstairs | $2,200 |
Villa Toscana | Villa Florentine | $2,281 |
Town Center Apartments | 2 BR (Dark Cabinets) | $2,295 |
Henry Square | 2 bd 1 bath 806sqft | $2,495 |
Terre at E Bradley | Azure | $3,062 |
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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.
Pet Friendly LifestyleEl Cajon, CA
Ranked #103
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in El Cajon, CA
Fletcher Hills Elementary
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Getting Around El Cajon, CA
Walk Score®
63 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
46 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
32 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly El Cajon Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in El Cajon?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in El Cajon is at Anza Terrace - Seniors Only 55+ listed at $1,500.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly El Cajon Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in El Cajon is $3,547.
What is the largest Pet Friendly El Cajon Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in El Cajon is a 3,691 square feet unit starting from $30,000 at 1758 Dehesa Rd.
What is the average size for El Cajon Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in El Cajon is currently at 903 sq ft.
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