Cheap Homes for Rent in the Rancho San Diego Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA from $1,300 (4 Rentals)

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1287 White Oak Ct

El CajonCA92020

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Best Value Homes for Rent in Rancho San Diego, CA

As of September 18, 2026 the best value rental home in the Rancho San Diego area is the $3.38 price per square foot 1700 Circo del Cielo Dr Model at 1700 Circo del Cielo Dr in the El Cajon neighborhood starting from $8,200. The second greatest value Rancho San Diego rental home is the 1287 White Oak Ct Model at 1287 White Oak Ct in the El Cajon neighborhood starting at $1,300 with a $0.57 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rancho San Diego homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1700 Circo del Cielo Dr1700 Circo del Cielo Dr4BR, 2BA$3.38
1287 White Oak Ct1287 White Oak Ct3BR, 2.5BA$0.57
11402 Via Rancho San Diego, Unit 311402 Via Rancho San Diego3BR, 2BA$2.88
Unit 4Unit 43BR, 1.5BA$2.92

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rancho San Diego

What type of rentals are currently available in Rancho San Diego?

There are currently 154 Apartments for Rent in Rancho San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,525 to $8,188. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rancho San Diego ranging from $1,300 to $8,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rancho San Diego?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rancho San Diego ranges from $1,300 to $8,200 with an average monthly rent of $3,403.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Rancho San Diego?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Rancho San Diego range from $3,018 to $7,866, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $4,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,314.

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