
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bostonia Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA from $1,000 (29 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Bostonia area of El Cajon.


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563 Broadway, Unit 70

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Bostonia, El Cajon, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bostonia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bostonia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,958 | $1,350 | $3,841 |
| Bostonia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,341 | $1,835 | $2,650 |
| Bostonia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,584 | $2,700 | $4,989 |
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Cheapest Available Bostonia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bostonia area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Persimmon Terrace Senior Apartments priced from $1,350. Mountain View Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,730. Here are the most affordable Bostonia apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Persimmon Terrace Senior Apartments | upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Mountain View Villas | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,730 |
| Hunter's Run Apartments | 1 Bedroom, (A Plan) Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Parkway Club | A2: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,816 |
| Haven at The Hills | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Renovated Units | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Greenfield Estates | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Cabo Verde Apartments | 2BD2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2,200 |
| Warren Bostonia Townhomes | Three Bedroom Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $2,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bostonia, CA
As of August 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bostonia area is the $2.56 price per square foot 523 Hart Dr Model at 523 Hart Dr, Unit 5 in the in the Bostonia neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Bostonia apartment is the Three Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Warren Bostonia Townhomes starting at $2,900 with a $2.64 price per square foot in the Bostonia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bostonia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 523 Hart Dr, Unit 5 | 523 Hart Dr | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.56 |
| Warren Bostonia Townhomes | Three Bedroom Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Cabo Verde Apartments | 3BD2BD | 3BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| Greenfield Estates | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Haven at The Hills | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Renovated Units | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Parkway Club | A2: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| Hunter's Run Apartments | 1 Bedroom, (G Plan) Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Persimmon Terrace Senior Apartments | upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Mountain View Villas | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bostonia Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bostonia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bostonia Apartment is $1,350 at Persimmon Terrace Senior Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bostonia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bostonia is starting from $1,835 at Mountain View Villas.
What is the most affordable Bostonia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bostonia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cabo Verde Apartments and starts from $2,700.
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