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Countryside Village

Countryside Village

El Cajon, California, 92021

2 Bedrooms$1,090 - $1,300

1 Bedroom$895 - $1,090

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Greenfield Estates

Greenfield Estates

El Cajon, California, 92021

2 BedroomsFrom $920

3 Bedrooms$1,380 - $1,450

Park West Apartments

Park West Apartments

El Cajon, California, 92020

2 Bedrooms$950

1 Bedroom$850

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La Alameda

La Alameda

El Cajon, California, 92019

2 Bedrooms$1,400

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El Cajon apartments are available in a wide variety of different neighborhoods and surrounding cities. You can easily find pet friendly apartments in El Cajon using our apartment finder or search for apartment amenities like a fitness center, swimming pool or off-street parking. Make sure that you check out our apartment guide to discover all that El Cajon has to offer during your rental apartment search.

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El Cajon Apartment Rental Market

  • Household Income
    Household IncomeCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than $10,00010.0%8.4% +1.6%
    $10,000 to $14,9997.4%5.6% +1.8%
    $15,000 to $19,9997.8%5.6% +2.2%
    $20,000 to $24,9997.8%5.8% +2.0%
    $25,000 to $29,9998.4%5.7% +2.7%
    $30,000 to $34,9997.9%5.7% +2.2%
    $35,000 to $39,9996.4%5.4% +1.0%
    $40,000 to $44,9996.5%5.2% +1.3%
    $45,000 to $49,9994.2%4.6% -0.4%
    $50,000 to $59,9999.1%8.6% +0.5%
    $60,000 to $74,9999.6%10.6% -1.0%
    $75,000 to $99,9997.7%11.5% -3.8%
    $100,000 to $124,9994.2%6.8% -2.6%
    $125,000 to $149,9991.4%3.6% -2.2%
    $150,000 to $199,9991.1%3.3% -2.2%
    $200,000 or more0.7%3.6% -2.9%
  • Cost of Living
    Share of Household Income Spent on RentCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 10.0%3.3%4.8% -1.5%
    10.0% to 14.9%9.0%9.8% -0.8%
    15.0% to 19.9%13.1%13.6% -0.5%
    20.0% to 24.9%14.0%13.1% +0.9%
    25.0% to 29.9%13.0%11.0% +2.0%
    30.0% to 34.9%8.4%8.2% +0.2%
    35.0% to 39.9%5.9%5.9% +0.0%
    40.0% to 49.9%8.7%8.0% +0.7%
    50.0% or more21.9%20.2% +1.7%
    Not computed2.7%5.4% -2.7%
  • Age Demographic of Renters
    Age Demographic of RentersCityStateCity Compared to State
    15 to 24 years13.2%9.6% +3.6%
    25 to 34 years27.3%29.3% -2.0%
    35 to 44 years26.5%25.8% +0.7%
    45 to 54 years15.0%16.5% -1.5%
    55 to 64 years7.7%8.0% -0.3%
    65 to 74 years5.2%5.3% -0.1%
    75 to 84 years3.7%4.0% -0.3%
    85 years and over1.4%1.6% -0.2%
  • Travel Time to Work
    Travel Time to WorkCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 30 minutes34.5%30.9% +3.6%
    30 to 44 minutes28.9%24.5% +4.4%
    45 to 59 minutes13.8%13.8% +0.0%
    60 or more minutes22.8%30.8% -8.0%

Source: 2000 Census

El Cajon, California

Named El Cajon, which is Spanish for box, this city in San Diego County is surrounded by mountains. It was a natural crossroads. At first, for gold mining operations and later for agricultural products. The valley has been famous for production of raisins, avocados and other fruits.

No Urban Sprawl

Because development was carefully regulated during the last half of the 1900s, El Cajon does not suffer from sprawl, and still retains some of the feel from its early days. Downtown remains an area of low rise buildings with a grassy median in the middle of the main street. When looking for your El Cajon apartment, you quickly realize that this city of just under 100,000 people is a great assortment of ethnicities and neighborhoods. Both older and newer complexes are found throughout the city and there will be many choices. Consider your commuting time as this is primarily a car oriented community.

Lake Murray

You'll find there are plenty of things to do in this city, too. For the outdoor enthusiast, there are a number of parks and golf courses, and within a short distance huge state parks providing space for camping. The Mission Trails Regional Park is huge and includes Lake Murray. To the west and within a short drive, you'll find wonderful desert parks too. The Boardwalk is a local favorite. Eat pizza, play arcade games and have an afternoon indoors.

Truck Stop Dining

Your El Cajon apartment won't be too far from some of the great restaurants you'll find around town. There are a number of national chains but plenty of locally owned cafes too. Kip's for sushi and Chinese is a local favorite. Crowded at lunch, it's worth the wait! Zizzo's for pizza and Italian food and you'll always find a warm welcome there.There are a number of very good Mexican restaurants sprinkled around town, and don't miss a breakfast or lunch at Perry's. Basically a truck stop, the food is cheap and good.If truckers swear by it, then it must be good.

Traveling Musicians

Nightlife in El Cajon consists mostly of local places with loads of personality, and while the town may seem quiet, there's a party every night of the week to be found. The Caddy Shack downtown is where local and traveling musicians gather for casual evenings of music. Dumont's is a sports bar early in the day but switches over to live music later at night. With friendly patrons, you might want to drop in as soon as you're settled into your El Cajon apartment.

Average Apartment Rent in El Cajon, California

# Bedrooms Oct Sep Aug 3 Month % change
Studio N/A N/A N/A 0%
1 Bed $875 $977 $909 -3.7%
2 Bed $1,130 $1,257 $1,109 1.9%
3 Bed $1,400 $1,634 N/A 0%

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El Cajon Apartment Rental Trends

Apartments in El Cajon have competitive rents so be sure to use our apartment finder to get the best deal. In August the average rent for a 1 Bedroom El Cajon apartment cost $909. If you need a roommate, try finding a 2 bedroom apartment rental. An average 2 bedroom El Cajon apartment was $1,109 in August. Start your apartment search by checking out some of the El Cajon rentals listed below.

Featured El Cajon Apartments for Rent

  • Heritage Apartments El Cajon, CA 92021

    The Heritage Apartments are fully upgraded with the finest amenities, you will feel as if it were built just for you. Beautiful spacious 2 bedrooms with lofts in select units, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, washer and dryer and custom lighting is just part of what you have to look forward to as a resident. The community is surrounded by lush landscape and a garden like courtyard, and sparkling pool. Close to schools, shopping, and public transportation. We also have professional Management that devote themselves to making sure your life in your new home is a comfortable one.

  • Pepper Creek El Cajon, CA 92021

    Pepper Creek was designed for those who believe affordable apartment homes can offer much more than shelter. Enjoy living in a good neighborhood, a selection of three well designed floor plans and an extra nice environment. All floor plans include a spacious kitchen with a stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, garbage disposal, ample cabinet and counter space. Some of our other amenities include a ceiling fan, air conditioning, linen closet and patio or balcony. The property also has lush landscaping with abundant trees, 2 modern laundry rooms, a swimming pool, a fitness center and assigned carport parking. Please Email for an Appointment.

  • Tierra Del Sol Apartments El Cajon, CA 92021

    Welcome to Tierra del Sol, where our experienced and dedicated staff is eager to welcome you into your new community and home. The area of El Cajon offers you not only great weather with nearly year-round sunshine, but a great location just 25 minutes to the beach and downtown San Diego, with countless opportunities for good times. February is Museum Month in El Cajon - all entry fees are half price. Car enthusiasts will enjoy the Cajon Classic Cruise and 50's car show, while music lovers can rock out to Concerts on the Green all summer. The La Mesa Oktoberfest transforms the town into a block party that lasts all night. For a weekend adventure, check out Santee Lake to go fishing and camping. If you feel like testing your luck with the cards or dice, the casinos are just ten minutes away. There will be plenty of room in your closets to store the goodies collected from these places in addition to your belongings. Your home has wall to wall closets with mirrored doors, plus plenty of pantry space. With a linen closet to boot, the storage space will be hard to beat! Tierra del Sol is also close to grocery stores, the Parkway Plaza, and several restaurants. Let the sweet scent of roses from the beautiful rose garden greet you when you arrive home.

  • El Cajon rental El Cajon, CA 92021

    First floor unit, close to pool, upgraded throughout, features tile floors in kitchen and bathroom, carpet in living room, hallway and bedroom, crown moulding throughout, maple cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless appliances including refrigerator, electric stove/oven, built-in microwave and dishwasher, and white stackable washer/dryer in kitchen, maple cabinetry with spacious granite top vanity and glass tub/shower enclosure in bathroom. Amenities include pool/ barbeque/patio area and gym. Close to shopping, restaurants and 8 freeway. www.UtopiaManagement.com

  • $795 One bedroom in El Cajon El Cajon, CA 92020

    Deposit 800Property DetailsMOVEIN SPECIAL FIRST MONTHS RENT FREE. Spacious upper unit in a courtyard setting. Nice quiet complex. Centrally located near freeways, shopping centers, schools, bus trolly lines. Unit includes refrigerator, stove, air conditioner, pool and onsite laundry facility. Unit features new custom paint throughout, new travertine flooring and new plush carpet. Avaliable now. Call onsite manager LawrenceRefrigerator, Stove, AirConditioner, Pool, Laundry Facility, Second FloorParking Assigned Listing ID 1417403

  • El Cajon Upstairs Unit El Cajon, CA 92020

    Dining Room, Balcony, Water & Trash Paid. Pool. Close to everything

  • Nicely Upgraded Condo w/ 1/2 Off 1st Mos Rent!!! El Cajon, CA 92021

    MOVE-IN SPECIAL: 1/2 OFF FIRST MONTHS RENT!!! First floor unit, close to pool, upgraded throughout, features tile floors in kitchen and bathroom, carpet in living room, hallway and bedroom, crown molding throughout, maple cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless appliances including refrigerator, electric stove/oven, built-in microwave and dishwasher, and white stackable washer/dryer in kitchen, maple cabinetry with spacious granite top vanity and glass tub/shower enclosure in bathroom. Amenities include pool/ barbeque/patio area and gym. Close to shopping, restaurants and 8 freeway. Cats only with extra pet deposit and rent. Water and trash included in rent.

  • El Cajon rental El Cajon, CA 92019

    MOVE-IN SPECIAL: 1/2 OFF FIRST MONTHS RENT! Extra-large 'Granite Hills' first floor end unit condo in Mountain View Village Community , features air-conditioning, 897 square feet of living area to enjoy; spacious dining room/living room with fireplace, large patio, extra-large bedroom with walk-in closet and bathroom, kitchen appliances include refrigerator, electric glass top stove/oven and dishwasher, and hookups for full-size washer/dryer. Neutral paint, carpet and tile throughout. Complex offers 2 pools, 2 spas and barbeque area (pool and barbeque can be reserved for family parties). Walk to lots of shopping, post office, bus line restaurants and more. Very few 1 bedrooms this large. Better hurry! www.UtopiaManagement.com

  • Sunterra Condo with 1/2 Off 1st Months Rent! El Cajon, CA 92020

    MOVE-IN SPECIAL: 1/2 OFF FIRST MONTHS RENT!!! Second floor air-conditioned remodeled condo in 'Sunterra' overlooking pool, features neutral carpet, tile, paint, granite countertops and light wood cabinetry in kitchen, all white appliances including refrigerator, electric stove/oven, built-in microwave and dishwasher. Spacious living room, dining room with pass-through from kitchen to dining room. Large walk-in hall closet and full bathroom with tub/shower combo. Master bedroom has large walk-in closet, and large second bedroom has mirrored closet doors. New windows throughout, recessed lighting and all modern fixtures. Complex amenities offer 2 pools, spa, tot-lot area and 2 laundry facilities. Walk to Parkway Plaza mall, restaurants and shopping. Close to downtown El Cajon shopping and business district, and quick easy freeway access. Max 2 cats only.

  • El Cajon rental El Cajon, CA 92020

    MOVE-IN SPECIAL: 1/2 OFF FIRST MONTHS RENT!!! Second floor air-conditioned remodeled condo in 'Sunterra' overlooking pool, features neutral carpet, tile, paint, granite countertops and light wood cabinetry in kitchen, all white appliances including refrigerator, electric stove/oven, built-in microwave and dishwasher. Spacious living room, dining room with pass-through from kitchen to dining room. Large walk-in hall closet and full bathroom with tub/shower combo. Master bedroom has large walk-in closet, and large second bedroom has mirrored closet doors. New windows throughout, recessed lighting and all modern fixtures. Complex amenities offer 2 pools, spa, tot-lot area and 2 laundry facilities. Walk to Parkway Plaza mall, restaurants and shopping. Close to downtown El Cajon shopping and business district, and quick easy freeway access. www.UtopiaManagement.com

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