Apartments for Rent with Specials in El Cajon, CA (58 Rentals)

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Majestic Apartments - ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED
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$1,795 - $2,225Special Offer
Discounts No security deposits required for active duty military. $500 off the 1st month's rent with a minimum stay of 6 months - 1 bedroom
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Majestic Apartments - ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED

505 W Madison AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Forest Park at Fletcher Hills
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$2,020 - $3,045
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$1,754 - $2,779
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$266
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$2,020 - $3,045
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Forest Park at Fletcher Hills

1210-1250 Petree StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Hunter's Run Apartments
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$1,595 - $2,295Special Offer
1 Month Free Move in by March 15th and receive 1 MONTH FREE on any unit available ‘Now’ with a 12-month lease. Units available after March 1
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Hunter's Run Apartments

532 BroadwayEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Park Pointe
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$2,376 - $5,393
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$2,359 - $5,376
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$17
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$2,376 - $5,393
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Park Pointe

2450 Hilton Head PlEl Cajon, CA 92019
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Haven at the Hills
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$1,950 - $2,150Special Offer
Specials Limited-Time Look & Lease Offer: Receive $2,925 off a 1-bedroom apartment or $3,225 off a 2-bedroom apartment when you Look & Lease
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Haven at the Hills

425 E Bradley AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Terre at Madison
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$1,777 - $2,389Special Offer
Specials One month free off your first full month's rent and waived application fees upon approval. Terms and conditions apply. For a limite
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Terre at Madison

1241 E Madison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Horizon
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$1,876Special Offer
1 Month Free 6 weeks free off your first month's rent and a portion of your second month. Waived application fees upon approval. Terms and c
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Horizon

466 W Washington AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Terre at 989 Peach
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$1,691 - $3,418Special Offer
1 Month Free 4 weeks free off your first full month's rent and waived application fees upon approval. Terms and conditions apply. For a limi
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Terre at 989 Peach

989 Peach AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Vista De Luna
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$1,495Special Offer
Discounts $750 OFF THE FIRST MONTH RENT. Call office for details. WE PAY FOR ELECTRICITY, HEATING, AC & PARKING
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Vista De Luna

588 N Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Terre at Copley
Rent Specials
$1,745 - $3,028Special Offer
1 Month Free 4 weeks free and waived application fees upon approval. Terms and conditions apply. For a limited time only.
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Terre at Copley

275 Ballantyne StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Colonnade at Fletcher Hills
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$2,212 - $3,122
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$1,962 - $2,872
Required Monthly Fees
$250
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$2,212 - $3,122
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Colonnade at Fletcher Hills

2700 Chatham StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Terre at Sandalwood
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$1,717 - $3,134Special Offer
1 Month Free 4 weeks free off your first full first month's rent. Waived application fees upon approval. Terms and conditions apply. For a l
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Terre at Sandalwood

708 N Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Garden Park
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$1,995 - $3,175Special Offer
1 Month Free Now offering up to one month FREE!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!
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Garden Park

360 N 1st StEl Cajon, CA 92021
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ALTA
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$2,023 - $4,667Special Offer
1 Month Free One month free off you first full month's rent and waived application fees upon approval. Terms and conditions apply. For a lim
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ALTA

346 Jamacha RdEl Cajon, CA 92019
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Jamacha Apartments
$1,700 - $2,200Special Offer
We are excited to offer a beautifully renovated one-bedroom apartment featuring: New windows Modern wood-style flooring Designer countertop
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Jamacha Apartments

437 Jamacha RdEl Cajon, CA 92019
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Parkwood Gardens
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$2,125 - $2,145Special Offer
Specials **NEW YEAR SPECIAL: HALF OFF RENT! (restrictions apply- see manager for details)**
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Parkwood Gardens

244 Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Terre at Mollison
Rent Specials
$1,670 - $2,263Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 month free off first full month's rent. Terms and conditions apply. For a limited time only.
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Terre at Mollison

233 N Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Terre at 1019 Peach
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$1,887 - $3,561Special Offer
1 Month Free 4 weeks free off your first full month's rent and waived application fees upon approval. Terms and conditions apply. For a limi
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Terre at 1019 Peach

1019 Peach AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Terre at S Lincoln
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$1,668 - $2,248Special Offer
1 Month Free 6 weeks free off your first full first month's rent and a portion of the following month. Waived application fees upon approval
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Terre at S Lincoln

415 S Lincoln AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Terre at E Park
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$1,664 - $3,061Special Offer
1 Month Free One month free off your first full month's rent and waived application fees upon approval. Terms and conditions apply. For a li
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Terre at E Park

311 Ballantyne StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Terre at Bostonia
Rent Specials
$1,786 - $3,473Special Offer
1 Month Free 4 weeks free off your first full month's rent. Also receive waived application fees upon approval. Terms and conditions apply.
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Terre at Bostonia

1294 N Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Terre at Graves
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$1,779 - $4,240Special Offer
1 Month Free 4 weeks free off your first full month's rent and waived application fees upon approval. Terms and conditions apply. For a limi
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Terre at Graves

1525 Graves AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Ranchouse Apartments *$500 Off*
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$1,695 - $2,495Special Offer
Discounts $500 off the 1st month's rent with a minimum stay of 6 months, valid for 1 bedroom units only. Zero dollar deposits for active dut
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Ranchouse Apartments *$500 Off*

1233 E Madison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Terre at Bradley
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$2,146 - $3,813Special Offer
1 Month Free First full month's rent free and waived application fees upon approval. Terms and conditions apply. For a limited time only.
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Terre at Bradley

325 E Bradley AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Arbors Apartments
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$2,695 - $3,350Special Offer
Specials $199 Deposit On Approved Credit!* USE CODE “SPECIAL2026" FOR $0 APPLICATION FEE!* *On select apartments. Restrictions apply, see ma
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Arbors Apartments

9700 Magnolia Park DrSantee, CA 92071
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Sunset Trails
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$1,895 - $2,345Special Offer
Specials USE CODE “SPECIAL2026" FOR $0 APPLICATION FEE!* $199 Deposit On Approved Credit!* *On select apartments. Restrictions apply, see ma
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Sunset Trails

8655 Graves AveSantee, CA 92071
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Haven at La Mesa
Rent Specials
$2,495 - $3,325Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive One Month Free! On select units. Contact the leasing center for details. * Restrictions apply*
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Haven at La Mesa

8585 La Mesa BlvdLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Woodbridge Mount Helix - Up To $3225 Off !
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$2,545 - $3,680Special Offer
Specials WASHER AND DRYER IN EACH APARTMENT! USE CODE “SPECIAL2026" FOR $0 APPLICATION FEE!* $199 Deposit On Approved Credit* 1-13 MONTH LEA
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Woodbridge Mount Helix - Up To $3225 Off !

10874-10910 Calle VerdeLa Mesa, CA 91941
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Villas
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$1,950 - $3,920Special Offer
Specials 6 weeks free off your first month's rent and a portion of the following month. Waived application fees upon approval. Terms and con
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Villas

3917 Conrad DrSpring Valley, CA 91977
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Villa Morocco
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$2,195 - $3,120
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$2,191 - $3,116
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$4
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$2,195 - $3,120
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Villa Morocco

5545 Morro WayLa Mesa, CA 91942
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The Fletcher
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$2,195 - $2,895Special Offer
1 Month Free Now offering up to one month FREE!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!
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The Fletcher

5360 Marengo AveLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Parc One
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$2,386 - $5,380
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$2,369 - $5,363
Required Monthly Fees
$17
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$2,386 - $5,380
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Parc One

320 Town Center PkySantee, CA 92071
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Santee Villas
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$2,209 - $3,978
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$2,192 - $3,961
Required Monthly Fees
$17
Total Monthly Price
$2,209 - $3,978
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Santee Villas

10445 Mast BlvdSantee, CA 92071
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Mellmanor Apartments
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$2,195 - $2,795Special Offer
Specials Now offering up to one month FREE on select apartments!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!
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Mellmanor Apartments

8750 Mellmanor DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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El Cajon, CA Local Guide

Top Apartments in El Cajon, CA with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 02-23-2026

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top El Cajon, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Terre at Graves

4 weeks free off your first full month's rent and waived application fees upon approval. Terms and conditions apply. For a limited time.Expires 02-24-2026

Park Pointe

Up to 1 Month Free off Base Rent!* *On select units. Base rent. Restrictions and Minimum Lease Terms Apply. Other Costs and Fees Excluded.Expires 02-24-2026

Terre at Bradley

First full month's rent free and waived application fees upon approval. Terms and conditions apply. For a limited time only.Expires 02-24-2026

Haven at the Hills

Limited-Time Look & Lease Offer: Receive $2,925 off a 1-bedroom apartment or $3,225 off a 2-bedroom apartment when you Look & Lease and move in by February 28. *Terms may apply. Please contact the office for details.Expires 02-24-2026

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in El Cajon, CA

Specials updated: 02-23-2026

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in El Cajon, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

Haven at the Hills

Limited-Time Look & Lease Offer: Receive $2,925 off a 1-bedroom apartment or $3,225 off a 2-bedroom apartment when you Look & Lease and move in by February 28. *Terms may apply. Please contact the office for details.Expires 02-24-2026

Terre at Graves

4 weeks free off your first full month's rent and waived application fees upon approval. Terms and conditions apply. For a limited time.Expires 02-24-2026

Park Pointe

Up to 1 Month Free off Base Rent!* *On select units. Base rent. Restrictions and Minimum Lease Terms Apply. Other Costs and Fees Excluded.Expires 02-24-2026

Terre at Bradley

First full month's rent free and waived application fees upon approval. Terms and conditions apply. For a limited time only.Expires 02-24-2026

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials El Cajon Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in El Cajon?

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

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

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in El Cajon is $2,604.

What is the largest Rent Specials El Cajon Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in El Cajon is a 1,250 square feet unit starting from $1,950 at Villas.

What is the average size for El Cajon Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in El Cajon is currently at 753 sq ft.

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