
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the East San Diego/El Cajon Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (30 Rentals)


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Central Park

Volterra Apartments

Colonnade at Fletcher Hills

eaves La Mesa

5679 Amaya Dr

9175 Campina Dr
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6081 Horton Dr

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576 Richfield Ave

679 Lemon Ave

572 Richfield Ave

807 W Palm Ave
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560 Richfield Ave

Brierwood Apartments

Grossmont Village

5900 Severin Dr

449 El Cajon Blvd

Grossmont Village

5101 Garfield St
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209 Millar Ave

5141-5147 Dailey Ct

Dailey Court

Westmont of La Mesa

Franklin Ave Apartments
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735 El Cajon Blvd

384 Millar Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East San Diego/El Cajon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East San Diego/El Cajon Studio Apartments | $1,395 | $1,395 | $1,395 |
East San Diego/El Cajon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,456 | $1,995 | $3,460 |
| East San Diego/El Cajon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,861 | $1,900 | $3,800 |
| East San Diego/El Cajon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,290 | $3,290 | $3,290 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East San Diego/El Cajon Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Largest Available East San Diego/El Cajon 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the East San Diego/El Cajon area of San Diego, CA is found at Colonnade at Fletcher Hills and is listed at 718 square feet . Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonnade at Fletcher Hills | A2: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 718 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Volterra Apartments | 1 x 1 Cortona A - Renovated | 704 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
| eaves La Mesa | 602 | 602 Sq Ft | $2,265 |
Cheapest Available East San Diego/El Cajon 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit East San Diego/El Cajon of San Diego, CA is the 1 x 1 Cortona A - Renovated Model starting from $1,995 at Volterra Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in East San Diego/El Cajon is currently $2,456. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Volterra Apartments | 1 x 1 Cortona A - Renovated | $1,995 |
| Colonnade at Fletcher Hills | A2: 1 Bed 1 Bath | $2,212 |
| eaves La Mesa | 602 | $2,265 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom East San Diego/El Cajon Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom East San Diego/El Cajon Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in East San Diego/El Cajon is $2,456.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom East San Diego/El Cajon Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in East San Diego/El Cajon is a 718 square feet unit at Colonnade at Fletcher Hills.
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