
Apartments for Rent in the Rancho San Diego Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA (174 Rentals)


Villa Toscana

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Park Pointe

Mollison Villas

Camden Park Apartments

Spacious 2 Bedroom Apartments at The Courtyards in El Cajon

Mollison Garden Apartments

683 S Lincoln

Henry Square- Luxury Townhomes

Montebello Villas
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La Quinta Apartment

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649 Crest Dr, Unit Guest House, Unit Guest House

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1010 S Magnolia Ave

11582 Fury Ln, Unit 118 Fury, Unit 118 Fury

910 S Lincoln Ave, Unit SI ID1496399P

2003 Pierce Ct, Unit SI ID1465018P

5048 Bluff Pl, Unit SI ID1465014P

1637 Grove Rd

1637 Grove Rd

12191 Cuyamaca College Dr E, Unit 212
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1078 Cosmo Ave

5048 Bluff Pl

1853 Penasco Rd

719 Mahogany Dr

725 Washington Heights Rd

12045 Calle de Medio

12049 Calle De Montana

11994 Calle Limonero

1668 Goldstone St

1536 Gustavo St
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12191 Cuyamaca College Dr E

1241 Pearlbush Ct

1217 Pearlbush Ct

851 Taft Ave

1000 Leslie Rd

12049 Calle De Montana, Unit 201, Unit 201

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The Village at Rancho San Diego

Pacifica Sunrise Apartments/Condominiums

11418 Via Rancho San Diego

Fieldstone Tristan

Kings Mark

912-930 Jamacha Rd

Villa Monte Vina

1464-1466 Granite Hills Dr

1593-1597 Washington Ave

Casa Verde

1331 Windmill Rd

1371 E Washington Ave

1357 E Washington Ave
Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rancho San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,302 | $1,495 | $4,789 |
| Rancho San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,550 | $1,895 | $5,494 |
| Rancho San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,662 | $3,129 | $9,109 |
| Rancho San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,257 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for San Diego, California. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Family-Friendly Rating
A family-friendly apartment community may be just the ticket if you have young ones when you rent. Rancho San Diego has come to be a top section of town for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. Family Friendly neighborhoods provide resources like parks, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, and access to the finest schools.
Outdoors Rating
We think living with nice outdoor spaces is very important. This area is known as providing really good access to the great outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rancho San Diego
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Rancho San Diego Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Rancho San Diego ranges from $1,495 to $4,789 with an average monthly rent of $2,302.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Rancho San Diego cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Rancho San Diego range from $1,895 to $5,494. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,550.
How expensive are Rancho San Diego Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 35 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Rancho San Diego on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,129 to $9,109 - averaging $3,662 for the location.
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