Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA (31 Rentals)

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Rental terms in El Cajon as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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property at 1078 Cosmo Ave
$3,588

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Base Rent$3,588
Total Monthly Price$3,588
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Feb 28, 2027
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1078 Cosmo Ave

El CajonCA92019
property at 2003 Pierce Ct
$9,676

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Base Rent$9,676
Total Monthly Price$9,676
4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent
Available Sep 17
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2003 Pierce Ct

El CajonCA92019
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480 Jamacha Rd
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12 Months
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480 Jamacha Rd

480 Jamacha RdEl Cajon, CA 92019

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Sunset Trails
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$1,885 - $2,345Short Term Available
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1 Month, 13 Months
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Sunset Trails

8655 Graves AveSantee, CA 92071
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The District Apartments
$2,432 - $4,618

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Base Rent$2,432 - $4,618
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Short Term Available
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6 Months, 15 Months
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The District Apartments

8727 Fletcher PkyLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Navajo Bluffs
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$1,697 - $5,101

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Base Rent$1,697 - $5,101
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Short Term Available
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6 Months, 18 Months
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Navajo Bluffs

6575 Jaffe CtSan Diego, CA 92119
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property at 8781 Blue Boy Ln
$4,041

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Base Rent$4,041
Total Monthly Price$4,041
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Sep 30
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8781 Blue Boy Ln

SanteeCA92071
property at 5679 Amaya Dr
$3,780 - $3,790

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Base Rent$3,780
Total Monthly Price$3,780
2 Bedroom Rentals
Available Sep 19
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5679 Amaya Dr

La MesaCA91942

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Ikaria Apartments
Short Term Available
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12 Months
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Ikaria Apartments

8876 Olive LnSantee, CA 92071
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The Oaks Apartments
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12 Months
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The Oaks Apartments

9205 Carlton Oaks DrSantee, CA 92071
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Shadow Point
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Shadow Point

9830 Dale AveSpring Valley, CA 91977
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El Cajon, CA Local Guide

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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 Short-term El Cajon Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in El Cajon?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in El Cajon is at Vista De Luna listed at $1,470.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term El Cajon Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in El Cajon is $3,910.

What is the largest Short-term El Cajon Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in El Cajon is a 1,991 square feet unit starting from $5,243 at 4989 Randlett Dr.

What is the average size for El Cajon Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in El Cajon is currently at 892 sq ft.

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