
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Rancho San Diego Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA (33 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Rancho San Diego area of El Cajon that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


Villa Toscana

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Park Pointe

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Courtyards Apartments!

683 S Lincoln

Mollison Garden Apartments

La Quinta Apartment
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655 E Washington Ave, Unit D

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1671 Lisbon Ln, Unit A

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1010 S Magnolia Ave, Unit 1

1824 Shadow Knolls Pl, Unit ADU behind Mt Hel Mansion

1732 Sea Pines Rd

570 S Lincoln Ave, Unit 22

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1078 Cosmo Ave, Unit SI ID1506191P

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5048 Bluff Pl, Unit SI ID1465025P
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1676 Raynell Way, Unit SI ID1465005P

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5048 Bluff Pl, Unit SI ID1465014P

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1853 Penasco Rd, Unit SI ID1465021P

12191 Cuyamaca College Dr E, Unit 212

2003 Pierce Ct

Magnolia Apartments

Henry Square- Luxury Townhomes

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East Winds Apartments

855 Portland St

Magnolia Gardens

Willows

Holiday Apartments

Leslie Gardens

Woodbridge Mount Helix

The Village at Rancho San Diego
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4423 Avocado Blvd
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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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,377 | $1,525 | $2,911 |
| Rancho San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,721 | $1,995 | $8,211 |
| Rancho San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,171 | $3,014 | $3,685 |
| Rancho San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,063 | $8,848 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Rancho San Diego Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA.
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Most Pet Friendly Rancho San Diego Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Rancho San Diego area of San Diego, CA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Villa Toscana with prices starting from $2,450 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Montebello Villas scores the second highest with a 3.2 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $2,595. Here are the most Pet Friendly Rancho San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Toscana | 4/4 | Rancho San Diego | $2,450 |
| Montebello Villas | 3.2/4 | El Cajon | $2,595 |
| 683 S Lincoln | 3.2/4 | El Cajon | $2,300 |
| Rancho Hillside Apartments | 3/4 | Rancho San Diego | $2,810 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Rancho San Diego
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Rancho San Diego of Rancho San Diego is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at La Quinta Apartment, which is a 1 Bed unit starting from $1,525. The second cheapest Rancho San Diego Pet Friendly apartment is the 2/1 2 Beds unit at Courtyards Apartments! starting at $2,095. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Rancho San Diego apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| La Quinta Apartment | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,525 |
| Courtyards Apartments! | 2/1 | $2,095 |
| Mollison Garden Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $2,095 |
| Park Pointe | One Bedroom Renovated | $2,334 |
| Villa Toscana | Villa Florentine (1BD/1BA, W&D) | $2,450 |
| Woodbridge Mount Helix | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | $2,800 |
| Rancho Hillside Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath C | $2,810 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRancho San Diego, El Cajon, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have young ones? this submarket is now ranked as a favorite residential neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, pet amenities, playgrounds, trails and recreation, and more.
Outdoors Rating
Love nice outdoor spaces? this neighborhood has emerged as providing fantastic access to parks and green spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Have dogs or cats? This part of El Cajon has a reputation as one of our preferred neighborhoods for dog and cat owners, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Rancho San Diego Apartments
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Rancho San Diego Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Rancho San Diego is $3,906.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Rancho San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Rancho San Diego is a 2,497 square feet unit starting from $14,424 at 2003 Pierce Ct.
What is the average size for Rancho San Diego Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Rancho San Diego is currently at 973 sq ft.
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