
Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA (1,174 Rentals) Page 7 of 24


528 Emerald Ave

878 E Chase Ave

1006 E Madison Ave

448 Richfield Ave

1236 Persimmon Ave

1267 Greenfield Dr

1028 Leslie Rd

275-299 S Mollison Ave

960 E Chase Ave

1182 Sumner Ave

Mollison Villas

761 S Orange Ave

1016 Greenfield Dr

Acapulco Palms

811-829 S Anza St

Prescott Court

1016-1024 Leslie Rd

1154 Lexington Ave

1318-1322 Five D Dr

682 E Main St

Avenida Mollison

980 E Chase Ave

Casa Verde

Leyla Apartments

1491 Peach Ave

Valley Garden

994 Leslie Rd

1022 Broadway

656 Ballard St

321-331 Roanoke Rd

12029 Royal Rd

The Swallows

Lexington Manor Apartments

998 S Mollison Ave

620 Lemon Ave

236 Taft Ave

200 S Orange Ave

320 Avocado Ave

465-469 E Bradley Ave

1165 Decker St

227 Sunshine Ave

419 S Johnson Ave

1349 E Main St

621-637 Grape St

222 Lincoln Ave

267-269 E Camden Ave

653 Avocado Ave

1025 S Magnolia Ave

340 Avocado Ave
El Cajon, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Cajon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Cajon Studio Apartments | $1,767 | $1,395 | $2,225 |
| El Cajon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,247 | $1,350 | $4,964 |
| El Cajon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,667 | $1,900 | $6,993 |
| El Cajon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,458 | $2,473 | $10,000+ |
| El Cajon 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,383 | $5,828 | $10,000+ |
How much does it cost to rent a home in El Cajon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,558 | $1,995 | $3,500 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $3,686 | $2,695 | $4,650 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $4,898 | $3,650 | $9,500 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $5,950 | $5,900 | $6,000 |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $7,950 | $7,950 | $7,950 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about El Cajon
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in El Cajon, CA?
As of today, August 15, 2026, there are currently 1,174 available El Cajon apartments priced from $1,350 to $11,477, with an average monthly rent of $2,503.
What El Cajon neighborhoods have the most available apartments?
There are 7 neighborhoods in the El Cajon area with available listings as of today. The three neighborhoods with the most options are Balboa Park with 5,223 listings, Burlingame with 4,200 listings, and North Park with 2,708 listings.
How much are Studio apartments in El Cajon?
There are currently 340 Studio Apartments in El Cajon with rent ranges from $1,395 to $2,225 with an average price of $1,767.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom El Cajon Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in El Cajon ranges from $1,350 to $4,964 with an average monthly rent of $2,247.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in El Cajon cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in El Cajon range from $1,900 to $6,993. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,667.
How expensive are El Cajon Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 226 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in El Cajon on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,473 to $11,477 - averaging $3,458 for the location.
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