Homes for Rent in El Cajon, CA (112 Rentals)

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property at 1710 Lotus Ln

$7,950

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$7,950
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$7,950

6 Bedroom, 4 Bath Home for Rent

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1710 Lotus Ln

El CajonCA92021
property at 978 E Main St

$3,000

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$3,000
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$3,000

2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 15

978 E Main St, Unit F

978 E Main St
El CajonCA92021
property at 210 Chambers St

$2,500

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$2,500
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$2,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 15

210 Chambers St, Unit 12

210 Chambers St
El CajonCA92020
property at 1013 S Sunshine Ave

$4,000

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$4,000
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$4,000

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1013 S Sunshine Ave, Unit K

1013 S Sunshine Ave
El CajonCA92020
property at 1732 Sea Pines Rd

$4,500

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$4,500
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$4,500

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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1732 Sea Pines Rd

El CajonCA92019

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property at 606 S Sunshine Ave

$6,465

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$6,465
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$6,465

4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 24

606 S Sunshine Ave

El CajonCA92020
property at 1219 Denver Ln

$6,352

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$6,352
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$6,352

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 4

1219 Denver Ln

El CajonCA92021

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From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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San Diego's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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property at 792 Avocado Ave

$2,050 - $2,150

2 Bedroom Rentals

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792 Avocado Ave

El CajonCA92020

Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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The Student Renter's Ultimate Guide to Finding the Perfect San Diego Neighborhood to Rent

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about El Cajon

What type of rentals are currently available in El Cajon?

There are currently 1070 Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,350 to $12,867. There are also 111 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Cajon ranging from $950 to $7,950.

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 $950 to $7,950 with an average monthly rent of $3,228.

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 $2,486 to $11,477, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,695 to $5,495. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,355.

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