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Short Term Rentals in El Cajon, CA

Short Term Rentals in El Cajon, CA. 106 Rentals Available
106 Rentals Available

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  • 5 units available
    1 bd $1,829+
    2 bd $2,416+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    708 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • 1 bd $1,986+
    2 bd $2,688+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    3.5 (3)
    848 N Mollison Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92021
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials
    3 bd $3,230+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    5.0 (1)
    1365 Broadway, El Cajon, CA 92021
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
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  • Rent specials 35 units available
    1 bd $2,519+
    2 bd $3,262+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    8727 Fletcher Parkway, La Mesa, CA 91942
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • 18 units available
    1 bd $2,553+
    2 bd $3,306+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (19)
    8727 Fletcher Parkway, La Mesa, CA 91942
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • 4 units available
    1 bd $2,095+
    2 bd $2,750
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (18)
    5560 Shasta Lane, La Mesa, CA 91942
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • Rent specials
    1 bd $2,420+
    2 bd $2,675+
    Base rent
    100 Citronica Lane, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • New units available
    Studio $2,544+
    1 bd $2,729+
    2 bd $3,549+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (4)
    4855 Ariva Way, San Diego, CA 92123
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials
    Studio $2,580+
    1 bd $2,664+
    2 bd $3,524+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    8725 Ariva Court, San Diego, CA 92123
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials New units available
    Studio $2,580+
    1 bd $2,664+
    2 bd $3,524+
    Total monthly cost
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    4.0 (26)
    8725 Ariva Court, San Diego, CA 92123
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials New units available
    Studio $2,620+
    1 bd $2,680+
    2 bd $3,650+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (53)
    4890 Sunroad Centrum Lane, San Diego, CA 92123
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • New units available
    Studio $1,719+
    1 bd $2,191+
    2 bd $2,666+
    Base rent
    3.5 (64)
    67 East Flower Street, Chula Vista, CA 91910
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $2,270
    2 bd $2,545
    Base rent
    4.5 (8)
    7980 Linda Vista Road, San Diego, CA 92111
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • Only 3 units left
    1 bd $2,250
    2 bd $2,760+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (22)
    11355 Zapata Ave., San Diego, CA 92126
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • Rent specials New units available
    1 bd $1,950+
    2 bd $2,220+
    Base rent
    4.5 (77)
    535 Woodlawn Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91910
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials New units available
    2 bd $2,750
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (1)
    2015 Hancock Street, San Diego, CA 92110
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials
    1 bd $2,328
    2 bd $2,856+
    3 bd $4,007+
    Base rent
    4.0 (44)
    3889 Midway Drive, San Diego, CA 92110
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • New units available 19 units available
    1 bd $2,300
    2 bd $3,335+
    Total monthly cost
    4.5 (38)
    7568 Charmant Drive, San Diego, CA 92122
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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    4.5 (5)
    8465 Regents Road, San Diego, CA 92122
    Pet friendly • Parking • Fitness center
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Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a short-term rental in El Cajon, CA?

The price range for a short-term rental in El Cajon, CA is between $1,759 and $3,725.

How many short-term rentals are available in El Cajon, CA on RentCafe?

There are 5 short-term rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in El Cajon, CA were last updated on 25 Jun 2026.

What is the average size of a short-term rental in El Cajon, CA?

The average El Cajon, CA short-term rental size is 878 sq. ft..

What are the advantages of renting a short-term rental in El Cajon, CA?

Short-term rentals offer flexibility and are ideal for temporary stays or transitional periods.

What are the downsides of renting a short-term rental in El Cajon, CA?

Short-term rentals typically cost more per month and may have limited availability.

Renting a short-term apartment in El Cajon, CA

If you’re in El Cajon, CA for a limited amount of time, you are a digital nomad, or simply want a change of scenery, RentCafe is here to help you find the short-term rental suitable for your needs. Maybe you just want to test a new area in El Cajon before actually settling in, or maybe you find yourself in-between homes on your way to getting your hands on your dream home. For all those reasons and many more, short-term apartments are the way to go. Short-term rentals usually come furnished and are equipped with essentials that most renters would need on the regular. Plus, some include the cost of utilities in the rent price, so you wouldn’t have as many bills and paperwork to deal with. Renting in El Cajon, CA is an experience. So, if you want to make your renting experience here short and sweet, we got your back!

There’s more to the world

Short-term apartments are not just for renters in between homes or people on prolonged visits to a certain area. They are perfect for those who aren’t looking to put down roots too soon and settling down is not currently in the plans. For those not looking for a long-term apartment just yet, the experience of living in other areas can be life changing. If you’re the type of person who goes wherever life takes them, we are here to help you find a short-term lease!