1287 White Oak Ct
El CajonCA92020
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho San Diego Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA from $925 (26 Rentals)
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La Quinta Apartment
1515 E Washington AveEl Cajon, CA 92019
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Mollison Garden Apartments
863 S Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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553 S Magnolia AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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$2,248 - $2,9151 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Villa Toscana
1451 Brabham StEl Cajon, CA 92019
801 S Orange Ave
El CajonCA92020
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$2,285 - $6,956
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Park Pointe
2450 Hilton Head PlEl Cajon, CA 92019
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$2,375 - $2,7791 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Rancho Hillside Apartments
12367 Calle AlbaraEl Cajon, CA 92019
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Merritt Manor
964-980 Merritt DrEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Magnolia Apartments
732 Magnolia AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Pacifica Sunrise Apartments/Condominiums
642 S Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Villa Rimini
725 Washington Heights RdEl Cajon, CA 92019
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Villas of Washington
1121 E Washington AveEl Cajon, CA 92019
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Trinity Apartments
800 E Chase AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
1084 Garden Glen Ln
El CajonCA92019
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Mollison Villas
758 S Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Renette New
127 W Renette AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Mollison Pines Apartments
902 S Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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1780 Jaime Lynn Ln
El CajonCA92019
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Magnolia
904 S Magnolia AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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La Hacienda Apartments
962 S Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Lone Palm Terrace
968-976 S Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Montebello Villas
1055 S Mollison AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Village Green 92
743 S Magnolia AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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1160 E Washington Ave
El CajonCA92019
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The Village at Rancho San Diego
10836 Calle VerdeLa Mesa, CA 91941
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Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, CA Local Guide
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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 | $2,347 | $1,525 | $3,588 |
| Rancho San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,684 | $2,075 | $5,193 |
| Rancho San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,759 | $3,018 | $7,866 |
| Rancho San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,251 | $6,314 | $8,188 |
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There are currently 26 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. Mollison Pines Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,000. 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 |
| Mollison Pines Apartments | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $2,000 |
| Mollison Garden Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $2,095 |
| Villa Toscana | Villa Florentine (1BD/1BA, W&D) | 1BR, 1BA | $2,248 |
| Park Pointe | One Bedroom Renovated | 1BR, 1BA | $2,285 |
| Village Green 92 | 2Bed,1Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $2,395 |
| Henry Square- 2 Bed Luxury Townhomes | 2 bd 1.5 ba Townhomes | 2BR, 1BA | $2,545 |
| Woodbridge Mount Helix | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $2,625 |
| Rancho Hillside Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath C | 2BR, 2BA | $2,705 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho San Diego, CA
As of September 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rancho San Diego area is the $3.08 price per square foot Townhome Model at Woodbridge Mount Helix in the Rancho San Diego neighborhood starting from $3,690. The second greatest value Rancho San Diego apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath B Model at Rancho Hillside Apartments in the Rancho San Diego neighborhood starting at $2,774 with a $2.90 price per square foot. 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 | Townhome | 3BR, 2.5BA | $3.08 |
| Rancho Hillside Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath B | 2BR, 2BA | $2.90 |
| Henry Square- 2 Bed Luxury Townhomes | 2 bd 1.5 ba Townhomes | 2BR, 1.5BA | $2.72 |
| Villa Toscana | Villa Florentine (1BD/1BA, W&D) - Remodeled | 1BR, 1BA | $3.16 |
| Village Green 92 | 2Bed,1Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $2.82 |
| Mollison Garden Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $2.46 |
| Mollison Pines Apartments | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $2.50 |
| 669 Dorothy St | 669 Dorothy St | 2BR, 1BA | $3.53 |
| Park Pointe | One Bedroom Renovated | 1BR, 1BA | $3.41 |
| 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.
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 $2,000 at Mollison Pines 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 $3,018.
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