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Cheap Homes for Rent in Rancho San Diego Neighborhood of El Cajon, CA from $2,200 (7 Rentals)
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595 S 2nd St
El CajonCA92020
11576 Fury Ln, Unit 145
11576 Fury Ln
El CajonCA92019
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11430 Via Rancho San Diego Via
El CajonCA92019
656 Prescott Ave
El CajonCA92020
1000 S Mollison Ave
El CajonCA92020
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12190 Cuyamaca College Dr E
El CajonCA92019
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Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Rancho San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho San Diego 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,515 | $2,290 | $2,675 |
| Rancho San Diego 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,250 | $2,695 | $3,600 |
| Rancho San Diego 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,307 | $3,595 | $5,795 |
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There are currently 7 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 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,850. 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 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Mollison Garden Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho San Diego, CA
As of September 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rancho San Diego area is the $3.06 price per square foot Townhome Model at Woodbridge Mount Helix "Immediate Move In" in the in the Rancho San Diego neighborhood starting from $3,670. The second greatest value Rancho San Diego apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Lincoln Washington Apartments starting at $2,455 with a $2.75 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 "Immediate Move In" | Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.06 |
| Lincoln Washington Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Montebello Villas | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.86 |
| Spacious Remodeled Apartments With parking | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.27 |
| Village Green | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Mollison Garden Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Henry Square | 2 bd 1 bath 806sqft | 2BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| Rancho Hillside Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Park Pointe | One Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.54 |
| La Quinta Apartment | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
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Best Local Schools in Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, CA
Vista Grande Elementary
Cajon Valley Union School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (615)
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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 150 Apartments for Rent in Rancho San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,525 to $30,000. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rancho San Diego ranging from $2,290 to $5,795.
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 $2,290 to $5,795 with an average monthly rent of $3,105.
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 $3,100 to $3,670, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,695 to $3,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,813.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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