Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA Under $1,700 (1 Rental)
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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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 Studio Apartments | $1,983 | $1,295 | $4,002 |
El Cajon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,316 | $1,495 | $5,023 |
El Cajon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,633 | $1,500 | $5,407 |
El Cajon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,090 | $2,495 | $3,901 |
El Cajon 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,620 | $5,800 | $7,440 |
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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 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 Navajo Bluffs listed at $1,899.
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 $2,549.
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 1,250 square feet unit starting from $2,071 at Villas.
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 763 sq ft.
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