
3 Bedroom Homes for Rent in El Cajon, CA (43 Rentals)


1031 S Mollison Ave

11402 Via Rancho San Diego, Unit 3

3313 Dehesa Rd, Unit 81

738 S Anza St

1440 Oakdale Ave

13803 Pinkard Way
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11521 Fury Ln

1604 Poinciana Dr

314 Sun Ct

1243 Hardin Dr

1319 Peach Ave

1511 Sunrise Shadow Ct

790 Anastasia Ct

2027 Old Bend Rd
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405 Witherspoon Way

1522-30 Falda Del Cerro Ct

532 Canyon Rim Dr

4150 Merritt Blvd

8733 Lake Murray Blvd, Unit 8

3015 Cole Grade Dr
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1106 Calabria St, Unit 1106

9646 Caminito de Maria

8733 Lake Murray Blvd

8733 Lake Murray Blvd

4150 Merritt Blvd

6752 Maury Dr

8703 Lake Murray Blvd

11959 Sapota Dr

7887 Rancho Fanita Dr

10736 Itzamna Rd
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9227 Heatherdale St

8058 Tommy Dr

9745 Mast Blvd

12069 Winter Gardens Dr

10507 Don Pico Rd

9545 Gregory St

2008 Montilla St

4138 Citradora Dr
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1705 Montilla St

6040 Kelton Ave

8725 Washington Ave

1210 Merritt Dr
El Cajon, CA Local Guide

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 | $2,688 | $1,895 | $5,100 |
El Cajon 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,891 | $2,595 | $9,900 |
El Cajon 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,750 | $3,880 | $6,295 |
El Cajon 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,247 | $5,200 | $7,295 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about El Cajon
What type of rentals are currently available in El Cajon?
There are currently 1066 Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,425 to $30,000. There are also 110 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Cajon ranging from $1,595 to $9,900.
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 $1,595 to $9,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,593.
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 $5,695, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,595 to $9,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,880 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,900.
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