
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the La Alameda Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA from $1,200 (21 Rentals)
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Ranchouse Apartments *$500 Off*

Greentree Apartments

Anniversary Apartments *First Month Free*

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Terre at Madison

Casa Tierra

ALTA

Melody Lane Apartments

1160 E Lexington Ave

Villa Rimini

Villas of Washington
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Orlando Woods Apartments

Shady Terrace

Villa Capri Apartment *1 Month Free*

The Arches Apartments

1137 E Lexington Ave

253 Orlando St
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La Alameda, El Cajon, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in La Alameda?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Alameda Studio Apartments | $1,545 | $1,545 | $1,545 |
| La Alameda 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,847 | $1,525 | $2,528 |
| La Alameda 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,296 | $1,995 | $2,592 |
| La Alameda 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,373 | $2,495 | $7,741 |
| La Alameda 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,000 | $9,000 | $9,000 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the La Alameda Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA.
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Cheapest Available La Alameda Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the La Alameda area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at La Quinta Apartment priced from $1,525. Orlando Woods Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,625. Here are the most affordable La Alameda apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Quinta Apartment | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Orlando Woods Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
| Ranchouse Apartments *$500 Off* | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Greentree Apartments | 1/1 Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Anniversary Apartments *First Month Free* | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Alameda, CA
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Alameda area is the $2.42 price per square foot 1/1 Patio Model at Greentree Apartments in the in the La Alameda neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value La Alameda apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Anniversary Apartments *First Month Free* starting at $1,695 with a $2.42 price per square foot in the Granite Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for La Alameda apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greentree Apartments | 1/1 Patio | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Anniversary Apartments *First Month Free* | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| ALTA | Summit | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| Jamacha Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Terre at Madison | Linden | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| Orlando Woods Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.61 |
| La Quinta Apartment | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States including La Alameda, El Cajon, and the greater San Diego area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, multifamily communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap La Alameda Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom La Alameda Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom La Alameda Apartment is $1,525 at La Quinta Apartment.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom La Alameda Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in La Alameda is starting from $1,995 at Greentree Apartments.
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