
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho San Diego Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA from $900 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Rancho San Diego area of El Cajon.


La Quinta Apartment

728 S Magnolia Ave

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Spacious Remodeled Apartments With parking and Air conditioning

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rancho San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho San Diego Studio Apartments | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Rancho San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,299 | $1,525 | $2,540 |
| Rancho San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,533 | $1,925 | $4,504 |
| Rancho San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,534 | $3,165 | $3,685 |
| Rancho San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,056 | $4,796 | $9,378 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 11 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. Spacious Remodeled Apartments With parking and Air conditioning has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,845. Here are the most affordable Rancho San Diego 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 |
| Spacious Remodeled Apartments With parking and Air conditioning | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| Mollison Garden Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Montebello Villas | 2/2 Larger Unit | 2BR,2BA | $2,225 |
| Henry Square - Where Modern Comfort Meets Neighborhood Charm | 2 bd 1 bath 806sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2,245 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho San Diego, CA
As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rancho San Diego area is the $3.07 price per square foot Townhome Model at Woodbridge Mount Helix - Up To $3225 Off ! in the in the Rancho San Diego neighborhood starting from $3,685. The second greatest value Rancho San Diego apartment is the 2/2 Model at Montebello Villas starting at $2,225 with a $2.52 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodbridge Mount Helix - Up To $3225 Off ! | Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.07 |
| Montebello Villas | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| Villa Toscana | Villa Florentine (1BD/1BA) | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Spacious Remodeled Apartments With parking and Air conditioning | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Mollison Garden Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Village Green 92 | 2Bed,1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Henry Square - Where Modern Comfort Meets Neighborhood Charm | 2 bd 1 bath 806sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| 1010 S Magnolia Ave | 1010 S Magnolia Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| Rancho Hillside Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| 649 Crest Dr, Unit Guest House | 649 Crest Dr | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
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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 $1,845 at Spacious Remodeled Apartments With parking and Air conditioning.
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 Woodbridge Mount Helix - Up To $3225 Off ! and starts from $3,165.
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