Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the East San Diego/El Cajon Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (10 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the East San Diego/El Cajon area of San Diego that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!
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East San Diego/El Cajon, San Diego, CA Local Guide

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 | $1,407 | $1,395 | $1,445 |
| East San Diego/El Cajon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,309 | $2,087 | $2,676 |
| East San Diego/El Cajon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,886 | $2,395 | $3,530 |
| East San Diego/El Cajon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,170 | $2,995 | $3,365 |
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There are currently 10 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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Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in East San Diego/El Cajon
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the East San Diego/El Cajon of East San Diego/El Cajon is the Vista Palms 0+1s Model at Vista Palms, which is a Studio unit starting from $1,395. The second cheapest East San Diego/El Cajon Pet Friendly apartment is the A2 1 Bed unit at Colonnade at Fletcher Hills starting at $2,086. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly East San Diego/El Cajon apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Vista Palms | Vista Palms 0+1s | $1,395 |
| Colonnade at Fletcher Hills | A2 | $2,086 |
| eaves La Mesa | 691 | $2,320 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast San Diego/El Cajon, San Diego, CA
Ranked #87
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East San Diego/El Cajon, San Diego, CA
Northmont Elementary
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Family-Friendly Rating
Renting with children? this part of town is a leading area for families, with a score of 2.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and great learning and education resources.
Outdoors Rating
Are you somebody that needs to live with access to the great outdoors? East San Diego/El Cajon is a highly-rated neighborhood for having nice outdoor spaces, with a score of 2.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 2.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about East San Diego/El Cajon
What is the current price range for One Bedroom East San Diego/El Cajon Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in East San Diego/El Cajon ranges from $2,087 to $2,676 with an average monthly rent of $2,309.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in East San Diego/El Cajon cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in East San Diego/El Cajon range from $2,395 to $3,530. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,886.
How expensive are East San Diego/El Cajon Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 8 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in East San Diego/El Cajon on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,995 to $3,365 - averaging $3,170 for the location.
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