1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the East San Diego/El Cajon Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (21 Rentals)

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Dailey Court
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Dailey Court

5151 Dailey CtLa Mesa, CA 91942
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eaves La Mesa
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eaves La Mesa

5679 Amaya DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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679 Lemon Ave
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679 Lemon Ave

679 Lemon AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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807 W Palm Ave
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807 W Palm Ave

807 W Palm AveEl Cajon, CA 92020

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384 Millar Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

384 Millar Ave

384 Millar AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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735 El Cajon Blvd
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735 El Cajon Blvd

735 El Cajon BlvdEl Cajon, CA 92020
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5900 Severin Dr
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5900 Severin Dr

5900 Severin DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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449 El Cajon Blvd
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449 El Cajon Blvd

449 El Cajon BlvdEl Cajon, CA 92020

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572 Richfield Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

572 Richfield Ave

572 Richfield AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Westmont of La Mesa
1 Bedroom Apartments

Westmont of La Mesa

9000 Murray DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Vista Del Sol
1 Bedroom Apartments

Vista Del Sol

1280 W Main StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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620 Lemon Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

620 Lemon Ave

620 Lemon AveEl Cajon, CA 92020

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The Boulevard
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Boulevard

638 El Cajon BlvdEl Cajon, CA 92020

East San Diego/El Cajon, San Diego, CA Local Guide

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 Serena Vista Apartment Homes and is listed at 784 square feet priced from $2,182. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Serena Vista Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom784 Sq Ft$2,182
Colonnade at Fletcher HillsA2680 Sq Ft$2,238
Central ParkLuccia602 Sq Ft$2,392
eaves La Mesa602602 Sq Ft$2,355

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 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model starting from $2,182 at Serena Vista Apartment Homes. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in East San Diego/El Cajon is currently $2,566. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Serena Vista Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$2,182
Colonnade at Fletcher HillsA2$2,238
eaves La Mesa602$2,355
Central ParkLuccia$2,392

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East San Diego/El Cajon, San Diego, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California including East San Diego/El Cajon, San Diego, and the greater San Diego area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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 $2,566.

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 784 square feet unit starting from $2,182 at Serena Vista Apartment Homes.

What is the average size for East San Diego/El Cajon 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in East San Diego/El Cajon is currently 639 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.