978 E Main St, Unit F
978 E Main St
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1169 E Lexington Ave
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11402 Via Rancho San Diego, Unit 3
11402 Via Rancho San Diego
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991 N Mollison Ave, Unit 03
991 N Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92021
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$7,866
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Base Rent$7,866
Total Monthly Price$7,866
719 Mahogany Dr, Unit SI ID1546076P
719 Mahogany DrEl Cajon, CA 92019
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$3,588
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1078 Cosmo Ave, Unit SI ID1506191P
1078 Cosmo AveEl Cajon, CA 92019
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$3,969
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8120 Melrose Ln, Unit SI ID1499145P
8120 Melrose LnEl Cajon, CA 92021
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$7,153
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321 W Park Ave, Unit SI ID1475274P
321 W Park AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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$5,248
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Base Rent$5,248
Total Monthly Price$5,248
606 S Sunshine Ave, Unit SI ID1465022P
606 S Sunshine AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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$8,773
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Base Rent$8,773
Total Monthly Price$8,773
2003 Pierce Ct, Unit SI ID1465018P
2003 Pierce CtEl Cajon, CA 92019
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530 Graves Ave
530 Graves AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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840-840 S Orange Ave
840-840 S Orange AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
469 Taft Ave
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477 Taft Ave
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475 Taft Ave
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1489 Naranca Ave
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1031 Leslie Rd
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150 W Camden Ave
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198 Highline Trail
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571 Tilling Way
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1386 E Madison Ave
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1248 Bostonia St
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565 Pepper Dr
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1806 Wight Way
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1084 Garden Glen Ln
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1350 Young St
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12190 Cuyamaca College Dr E
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1921 Shire Dr
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805 N 3rd St
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910 S Lincoln Ave
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1523 Woodpine Dr
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251 Indiana Ave
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892 Pebble Pl
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545 Oakdale Ln
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902 Taft Ave
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800 N Mollison Ave
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8645 Via Del Luz
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1160 E Washington Ave
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1237 Lyons Ln
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1801 Carob Tree Ln
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745 E Bradley Ave
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1031 S Mollison Ave
El CajonCA92020
1341 Greenfield Dr
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748 Lincoln Pl
El CajonCA92020
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How much does it cost to rent a home in El Cajon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Cajon 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,731 | $1,995 | $4,100 |
| El Cajon 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,581 | $1,300 | $5,000 |
| El Cajon 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,833 | $3,500 | $9,500 |
| El Cajon 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,600 | $5,400 | $5,900 |
| El Cajon 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
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Best Local Schools in El Cajon, CA
Johnson Elementary School
Cajon Valley Union School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (766)
7 out of 10
Valhalla High School
Grossmont Union High School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1728)
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Frequently Asked Questions about El Cajon
What type of rentals are currently available in El Cajon?
There are currently 1081 Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,395 to $12,476. There are also 134 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Cajon ranging from $1,300 to $9,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in El Cajon?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in El Cajon ranges from $1,300 to $9,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,385.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in El Cajon?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in El Cajon range from $2,495 to $12,476, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,750.
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