Top Rated Studio Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA (29 Rentals)

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655 E Washington Ave
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655 E Washington Ave

655 E Washington AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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621 S Mollison Ave
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621 S Mollison Ave

621 S Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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324 S Lincoln Ave
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324 S Lincoln Ave

324 S Lincoln AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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285 E Madison Ave
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285 E Madison Ave

285 E Madison AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Centaur Villas
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Centaur Villas

1103-1111 Decker StEl Cajon, CA 92019
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385 Avocado Ave
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385 Avocado Ave

385 Avocado AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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1182 Via Loma Vis
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1182 Via Loma Vis

1182 Via Loma VisEl Cajon, CA 92019
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1178 Persimmon Ave
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1178 Persimmon Ave

1178 Persimmon AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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307 Millar Ave
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307 Millar Ave

307 Millar AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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150 W Chase Ave
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150 W Chase Ave

150 W Chase AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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1236 Persimmon Ave
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1236 Persimmon Ave

1236 Persimmon AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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200 S Orange Ave
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200 S Orange Ave

200 S Orange AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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1242 Persimmon Ave
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1242 Persimmon Ave

1242 Persimmon AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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Slostice Senior Living
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Slostice Senior Living

444 Prescott AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Penny Lane
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Penny Lane

1168-1170 Sumner AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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4350 Alta Mira Dr
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4350 Alta Mira Dr

4350 Alta Mira DrLa Mesa, CA 91941
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3629 S Barcelona St
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3629 S Barcelona St

3629 S Barcelona StSpring Valley, CA 91977
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El Cajon, CA Local Guide

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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
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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Studio El Cajon Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in El Cajon with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in El Cajon is at Vista Palms listed at $1,395.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in El Cajon is $1,696.

What is the largest available Studio El Cajon Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in El Cajon is a 500 square feet unit starting from $1,923 at Veranda La Mesa.

What is the average size for El Cajon Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in El Cajon is currently 398 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.