Apartments for Rent with Specials in El Cajon, CA (50 Rentals)

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Lexington Park
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$2,450 - $2,810Special Offer
Specials Unit 308 is beautifully remodeled and ready for move-in today! Move in and get $1,500 OFF! (Applied to 2nd month's rent).
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Lexington Park

800 E Lexington AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Hunter's Run Apartments
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$1,625 - $1,955Special Offer
Specials We’re currently offering limited-time reduced pricing on select units! This is a great opportunity to lock in a lower rate while av
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Hunter's Run Apartments

532 BroadwayEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Parkway Club
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$2,053 - $2,715Special Offer
Discounts Move-in immediately and get $500 OFF all floor plans for a limited time! Conditions apply, call for details.
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Parkway Club

1237-1237 Graves AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Park Pointe
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$2,388 - $5,345Special Offer
Specials Up to $1,500 Look and Lease Special! *Restrictions Apply, Call Today!
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Park Pointe

2450 Hilton Head PlEl Cajon, CA 92019
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Majestic Apartments - ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED
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$1,825 - $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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Mollison Villas
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$1,895 - $1,995Special Offer
Discounts $500 Off First Months Rent !! OAC !! Upstairs Unit !! Call Office For Details !!
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Mollison Villas

758 S Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Terre at Sandalwood
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$1,817 - $2,858Special Offer
1 Month Free $1,000 off or 1 month FREE! Hurry before they are gone! Terms and limitations apply. For a limited time only.
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Terre at Sandalwood

708 N Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Terre at Copley
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$1,696 - $2,607Special Offer
Discounts $500 off Look and Lease Special! *Terms and limitations apply. For a limited time only.
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Terre at Copley

275 Ballantyne StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Camden Park Apartments
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$2,300Special Offer
Specials Now Offering Up to $250.00 Off First Month's Rent on Select Units! - Limited Time Offer: Receive Up to $250.00 OFF the First Month'
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Camden Park Apartments

525 Camden AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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ALTA
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$2,023 - $2,527Special Offer
Discounts $1000 off first full month's rent! *Terms and limitations apply. For a limited time only.
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ALTA

346 Jamacha RdEl Cajon, CA 92019
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Garden Park
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$2,199 - $3,175Special Offer
1 Month Free Apply today & receive 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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Village Green
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$2,150 - $2,500Special Offer
Specials We are offering a $500 Deposit Move in Special, with up to 2 Free Applications! Contact us today to schedule a tour.
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Village Green

743 S Magnolia AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Courtyards
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$2,095Special Offer
Discounts $500 off first months rent on select unit. Call Manager for details
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Courtyards

553 S Magnolia AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Terre at Madison
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$1,741 - $3,000Special Offer
Specials $500 off first full month's rent! Terms and limitations apply. For a limited time only.
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Terre at Madison

1241 E Madison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Terre at Mollison
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$1,788 - $2,297Special Offer
Specials Buy One Get One Free on Application Fees! *Terms and limitations 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 S Lincoln
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$1,922 - $2,330Special Offer
Discounts $500 off first full month's rent + waived application fees! Terms and limitations apply. For a limited time only.
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Terre at S Lincoln

415 S Lincoln AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Terre at E Park
Rent Specials
$1,788 - $2,028Special Offer
Discounts *Up to $1,000 off first full month's rent! Terms and limitations apply. For a limited time only.
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Terre at E Park

311 Ballantyne StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Horizon
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$1,895 - $2,382Special Offer
Discounts $500 off first month & Waived Application Fees! *Terms and limitations apply. For a limited time only.
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Horizon

466 W Washington AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Crestwood Apartments
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$1,695Special Offer
Specials For #35, $500.00 off move in special and for #45 , $300.00 off Move in Special. Call office for details
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Crestwood Apartments

191 N Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Sunshine Manor Apartments
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$1,995Special Offer
Specials Newly renovated, large 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in the heart of El Cajon. Conveniently located near Parkway Plaza Mall and the 8
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Sunshine Manor Apartments

948 S Sunshine AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Sunset Trails
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$2,080 - $2,345Special Offer
Specials $199 Deposit On Approved Credit and $0 Application On Selected Apartments! *See manager for details.
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Sunset Trails

8655 Graves AveSantee, CA 92071
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Arbors Apartments
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$2,895 - $2,930Special Offer
Specials $199* Deposit On Approved Credit and $0* Application Fee on Select Apartments!* *Restrictions apply. Contact Rental Office for more
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Arbors Apartments

9700 Magnolia Park DrSantee, CA 92071
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Woodbridge Mount Helix "Immediate Move In"
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$2,795 - $3,670Special Offer
Specials *WASHER AND DRYER IN YOUR APARTMENT!* $1,200 MOVE IN BONUS ON SELECT APARTMENTS!* $0 Application Fee and $199 Deposit on Approved C
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Woodbridge Mount Helix "Immediate Move In"

10874-10910 Calle VerdeLa Mesa, CA 91941
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Veranda La Mesa
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$1,893 - $5,378Special Offer
Discounts Lease a newly renovated apartment home today and receive $1,500 OFF your first month's rent when you move in by September 30, 2025
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Veranda La Mesa

5353 Baltimore DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Mellmanor Apartments
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$2,095 - $2,795Special Offer
Specials Apply today & receive 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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Parc One
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$2,161 - $5,396Special Offer
Specials Up to 1 Month Free for Vacant Ready Units! *Base Rent. Minimum lease term applies. Other Cost and Fees Excluded, Restrictions Apply
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Parc One

320 Town Center PkySantee, CA 92071
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Villa Morocco
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$2,195 - $3,120Special Offer
Specials Apply today & receive up to one month FREE on select apartments!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!
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Villa Morocco

5545 Morro WayLa 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: 09-20-2025

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!

Park Pointe

Up to $1,500 Look and Lease Special! *Restrictions Apply, Call Today!Expires 09-20-2025

Parkway Club

Move-in immediately and get $500 OFF all floor plans for a limited time! Conditions apply, call for details.Expires 09-20-2025

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
El Cajon, CA

Ranked #86

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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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 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 Anza Terrace - Seniors Only 50+ listed at $1,500.

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 $2,713.

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 1,200 square feet unit starting from $2,795 at Woodbridge Mount Helix "Immediate Move In".

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 622 sq ft.

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