
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho San Diego Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA from $900 (9 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rancho San Diego?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Rancho San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,244 | $1,525 | $2,499 |
Rancho San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,590 | $1,975 | $2,978 |
Rancho San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,316 | $2,795 | $3,575 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Rancho San Diego Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA.
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Cheapest Available Rancho San Diego Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rancho San Diego area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at La Quinta Apartment priced from $1,525. The Courtyards *$500 Off * has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here are the most affordable Rancho San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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La Quinta Apartment | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
The Courtyards *$500 Off * | 2 BD/1 BA Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Mollison Garden Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho San Diego, CA
As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rancho San Diego area is the $2.98 price per square foot 3 Bed/2 Bath Remodeled Model at Woodbridge Mount Helix "Immediate Move In" in the in the Rancho San Diego neighborhood starting from $3,575. The second greatest value Rancho San Diego apartment is the 2 BD/1 BA Downstairs Model at The Courtyards *$500 Off * starting at $2,095 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the Rancho San Diego neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rancho San Diego apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Woodbridge Mount Helix "Immediate Move In" | 3 Bed/2 Bath Remodeled | 3BR,2BA | $2.98 |
The Courtyards *$500 Off * | 2 BD/1 BA Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
Lincoln Washington Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
Villa Toscana | Villa Florentine | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
Mollison Garden Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
Henry Square | 2 bd 1 bath 806sqft | 2BR,1BA | $3.10 |
Rancho Hillside Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
Park Pointe | One Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
La Quinta Apartment | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
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This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, and the greater San Diego area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Rancho San Diego Neighborhood in El Cajon, CA
Walk Score®
50 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
30 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rancho San Diego Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho San Diego Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho San Diego Apartment is $1,525 at La Quinta Apartment.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rancho San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rancho San Diego is starting from $2,095 at Mollison Garden Apartments.
What is the most affordable Rancho San Diego Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Rancho San Diego Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Pointe and starts from $3,292.
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