
Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA Under $2,000 (148 Rentals)


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Haven at The Hills

318 W Cypress Ave

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Terre at Madison

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The Madison

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Hunter's Run Apartments

Terre at 989 Peach

Terre at Lexi

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504 E Lexington Ave

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Terre at Mollison

Vista Pines

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Vista De Luna

Vista Oaks

Vista Palms

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455 Ballantyne St

279 S Mollison Ave

800 N Mollison Ave

840-840 S Orange Ave
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530 Graves Ave

198 Highline Trail

571 Tilling Way

1160 E Lexington Ave

336 Travelodge Dr

336 S Travelodge Dr

935 Avocado Ave

208 Van Houten Ave

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Cajon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Cajon Studio Apartments Under $2000 | $1,676 | $525 | $2,268 |
| El Cajon 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $2,183 | $1,350 | $4,054 |
| El Cajon 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $2,593 | $1,895 | $8,593 |
| El Cajon 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $3,599 | $2,495 | $10,000+ |
| El Cajon 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $9,945 | $6,384 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about El Cajon
How much are Studio apartments in El Cajon?
There are currently 226 Studio Apartments in El Cajon with rent ranges from $525 to $2,268 with an average price of $1,676.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom El Cajon Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in El Cajon ranges from $1,350 to $4,054 with an average monthly rent of $2,183.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in El Cajon cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in El Cajon range from $1,895 to $8,593. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,593.
How expensive are El Cajon Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 150 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in El Cajon on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,495 to $11,996 - averaging $3,599 for the location.
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