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Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA under $1200

Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA under $1200. 16 Rentals Available
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    1360 Melody Lane, El Cajon, CA 92019
    In unit laundry • Dishwasher • Air conditioner
  • 1 bd $1,200
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    11442 Via Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, CA 92019
    Pool • Dishwasher • Patio/Balcony
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    8885 Orville Street, Spring Valley, CA 91977
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    4035 Park Haven Court, San Diego, CA 92113
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    1545 Q Avenue, National City, CA 91950
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    3.5 (3)
    1436 S. 40Th Street, San Diego, CA 92113
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    10112 Ashwood Street, Lakeside, CA 92040
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    11085 Woodside Avenue, Santee, CA 92071
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    4.0 (7)
    5252 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115
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    4.5 (1)
    10210 San Diego Mission Rd, San Diego, CA 92108
    In unit laundry • Public Transportation • Wheelchair Access
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    4.5 (7)
    4071 39Th Street, San Diego, CA 92105
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    730 S. 47Th Street, San Diego, CA 92113
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    1755 Logan Ave, San Diego, CA 92113
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    1668 National Avenue #100, San Diego, CA 92113
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    1825 Hancock Street, San Diego, CA 92110
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    140 Averil Rd, San Ysidro, CA 92173
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When were prices and availability in El Cajon, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in El Cajon, CA were last updated on 19 Jun 2026.

What are the best apartments in El Cajon, CA?
What type of rental buildings are in El Cajon, CA?

In El Cajon, 58% of the residents are renting compared to 42% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 18% of El Cajon's rentals, 64% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 14% are single-family rentals.

Apartments in El Cajon, CA under $1,200

Balancing snug and cheap is no joke when it comes to renting a place to live. “Are there any apartments near me under $1,200?” is a great question to start from. Knowing your budget means you’re one step ahead and on the right track. We’ve taken care of the rest and found 16 apartments for rent in El Cajon, CA on which you’ll spend less than $1,200. A small, cheap rental means you’ll have to budget your living space as well. The great news is that keeping it simple pays off in more than one way. The cost of utilities is likely to run low, and you get the added benefit of not having to spend too much time cleaning up the whole place. Smaller apartments are more likely to be closer to the city center, so there are potential cuts to your transportation costs too. And here’s one more very special secret to add to your book-of-perks: you’re less likely to overshop when you know your space is limited.

Rentals near you under $1,200

Our goal is to help you find cheap apartments that live up to your dreams without crushing your budget. It may be a long shot to go looking for 3 bedroom apartments or even 2 bedroom for less than $1,200. The average rental size in El Cajon, CA is 915 Sqft, but the $1,200 limit will probably narrow your search to places with a smaller square footage. Go through our listings and be on the look-out for a hassle-free studio or a 1 bedroom apartment. We trust you’ll turn it into a cozy home which is also budget-friendly to the core.