
Luxury Homes for Rent in El Cajon, CA (69 Rentals)
The most luxurious Homes in El Cajon with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


527 W Washington Ave

1251 Bates Ln

1637 Grove Rd

1013 S Sunshine Ave

568 Durham St

740 N Mollison Ave

1106 N 1st St

317 Richfield Ave

11582 Fury Ln, Unit 118 Fury, Unit 118 Fury
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12049 Calle De Montana, Unit 201, Unit 201

12049 Calle De Montana

12045 Calle de Medio

1536 Gustavo St

12191 Cuyamaca College Dr E, Unit 212

698 Raymond St

8120 Melrose Ln

696 Garfield Ave

10031 Valle Caballo Ln

1668 Goldstone St
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13746 Gateway View Dr

534 Jeffree St

1013 S Sunshine Ave, Unit K, Unit K

1330 Wendell Cutting Ct

910 S Lincoln Ave

2388 Windmill View Rd

606 S Sunshine Ave, Unit SI ID1465022P

1233 Pfeifer Ln

11994 Calle Limonero

321 W Park Ave, Unit SI ID1475274P
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1219 Denver Ln, Unit SI ID1465013P

1676 Raynell Way, Unit SI ID1465005P

5048 Bluff Pl, Unit SI ID1465014P

5048 Bluff Pl, Unit SI ID1465025P

2003 Pierce Ct, Unit SI ID1465018P

1853 Penasco Rd, Unit SI ID1465021P

8605 Arminda Cir

8737 Lake Murray Blvd, Unit 8737 #1, Unit 8737 #1

10170 Palm Glen Dr

9320 Earl St
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134 Via Sovana

5760 Jackson Dr

5679 Amaya Dr

5679 Amaya Dr

8735 Navajo Rd, Unit 2, Unit 2

9267 Fairlawn St

8266-8266 Linden Rd

85 Via Sovana

5021 Garfield St

130 Via Sovana Via
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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 | $2,597 | $1,895 | $4,000 |
| El Cajon 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,873 | $2,795 | $6,500 |
| El Cajon 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,856 | $3,800 | $5,700 |
| El Cajon 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,795 | $4,595 | $4,995 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about El Cajon
What type of rentals are currently available in El Cajon?
There are currently 1071 Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,350 to $16,073. There are also 106 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Cajon ranging from $1,200 to $6,500.
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 $1,200 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,298.
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 $10,795, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,795 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,367.
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