
Apartments for Rent with Specials in El Cajon, CA Under $2,000 (28 Rentals)
Apartments in El Cajon with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.


Parkway Club

Hunter's Run Apartments

Terre at Lexi

Terre at 1037

ALTA
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Anniversary Apartments

Villa Capri Apartment *$500 Off*

Terre at Madison

Terre at 1019 Peach

Horizon

Legacy Residential *$600 Off*

Parkwood Gardens *$500 Off*
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Terre at Mollison

Ranchouse Apartments *$500 Off*

Terre at E Park

Royal Oakdale Apartments
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Terre at S Lincoln

Shady Terrace

Terre at S Anza

La Quinta Apartment

Oakdale Apartments

Sunset Trails

Veranda La Mesa
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Navajo Bluffs

The Sycamore

The Village at Rancho San Diego
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 | $1,907 | $1,425 | $4,162 |
El Cajon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,265 | $1,500 | $4,879 |
El Cajon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,617 | $1,975 | $5,576 |
El Cajon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,199 | $2,495 | $5,495 |
El Cajon 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,593 | $3,850 | $7,430 |
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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 The Village at Rancho San Diego listed at $1,550.
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 $2,581.
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 $2,495 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 738 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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