Pet Friendly Homes for Rent in El Cajon, CA (68 Rentals)

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Homes for rent in El Cajon that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

property at 15935 Spring Oaks Rd

$3,400

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 10

15935 Spring Oaks Rd

El CajonCA92021
property at 1732 Sea Pines Rd

$4,500

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$4,500
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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 15

1732 Sea Pines Rd

El CajonCA92019
property at 606 S Sunshine Ave

$7,900

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$7,900
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4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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606 S Sunshine Ave

El CajonCA92020
property at 2003 Pierce Ct

$12,000

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$12,000
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$12,000

4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

2003 Pierce Ct

El CajonCA92019

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property at 9942 Buena Vista Ave

$3,300

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$3,300
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$3,300

2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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9942 Buena Vista Ave

SanteeCA92071
property at 80 Via Sovana

$3,999

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$3,999
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4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 27

80 Via Sovana

SanteeCA92071
property at 5760 Jackson Dr

$3,125

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$3,125
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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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5760 Jackson Dr

La MesaCA91942

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property at 4989 Randlett Dr

$8,400

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4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

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4989 Randlett Dr

La MesaCA91942

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Frequently Asked Questions about El Cajon

What type of rentals are currently available in El Cajon?

There are currently 1075 Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,350 to $23,013. There are also 111 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Cajon ranging from $950 to $12,000.

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 $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,131.

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 $10,246, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,695 to $5,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,474.

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