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Apartments for Rent in El Cajon City, CA under $2500

Apartments for Rent in El Cajon City, CA under $2500. 161 Rentals Available
161 Rentals Available

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  • Rent specials Rewards
    1 bd $1,675+
    2 bd $1,950+
    Total monthly cost
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    3.0 (2)
    301 Shady Lane, El Cajon, CA 92021
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Rent specials 22 units available
    1 bd $1,979+
    2 bd $2,393+
    Total monthly cost
    4.5 (7)
    1240 Petree Street, El Cajon, CA 92020
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials 4 units available
    1 bd $2,185+
    Total monthly cost
    3.0 (2)
    2950 Fletcher Parkway, El Cajon, CA 92020
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials 10 units available
    1 bd $1,587+
    2 bd $1,918+
    Base rent
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    989 Peach Ave / 984 Peach Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • 17 units available
    1 bd $1,805+
    2 bd $2,095+
    Base rent
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    422 Shady Lane, El Cajon, CA 92021
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • Rent specials Rewards
    1 bd $1,675+
    2 bd $1,950+
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    3.0 (2)
    301 Shady Lane, El Cajon, CA 92021
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 6 units available
    1 bd $1,965+
    2 bd $2,251+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    5.0 (1)
    466 W Washington Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • 7 units available
    1 bd $1,922+
    2 bd $2,204+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    104-189 Lexington Ave, El Cajon, CA 92019
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • 5 units available
    1 bd $1,816+
    2 bd $2,148+
    Base rent
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    1294 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon CA 92021, El Cajon, CA 92021
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • 6 units available
    1 bd $1,873+
    2 bd $2,138+
    Base rent
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    437 E Park, El Cajon, CA 92020
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • Rent specials 7 units available
    1 bd $1,678+
    2 bd $1,997+
    Base rent
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    1019 Peach Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • 4 units available
    2 bd $2,248+
    Base rent
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    346 Jamacha Rd, El Cajon, CA 92019
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • 10 units available
    1 bd $1,642+
    2 bd $2,079+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    233 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • Only 3 units left
    1 bd $1,871+
    Base rent
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    275 Ballantyne St, El Cajon, CA 92020
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • 5 units available
    1 bd $1,806+
    2 bd $2,012+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    708 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • Rent specials 4 units available
    1 bd $1,640+
    Base rent
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    1037 Peach Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • 5 units available
    1 bd $1,760+
    2 bd $2,361+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    415 S Lincoln Ave, Ca 92021, El Cajon, CA 92021
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • Rent specials Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $2,163+
    Base rent
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    1050 Peach Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Patio/Balcony
  • Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $2,334+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    304 N 1St St, El Cajon, CA 92021
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • 1 bd $1,986+
    Total monthly cost
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    3.5 (3)
    848 N Mollison Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92021
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Only 3 units left
    Studio $1,600
    1 bd $1,786+
    2 bd $1,924+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    989 PEACH AVENUE, EL CAJON, CA 92021
    Pet friendly • Parking • Pool
  • 5 units available
    2 bd $2,250
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (4)
    532 North 1St St, El Cajon, CA 92021
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  • 5 units available
    1 bd $1,984
    2 bd $2,332+
    Base rent
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    4.5 (14)
    440 Chambers Street, El Cajon, CA 92020
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  • 4 units available
    1 bd $1,880+
    2 bd $2,010
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (2)
    275-99 S Mollison Ave., El Cajon, CA 92020
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  • Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $1,825
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Durham Street, El Cajon, CA 92019
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Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in El Cajon City, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in El Cajon City, CA were last updated on 23 Jun 2026.

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

In El Cajon City, 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 City's rentals, 64% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 14% are single-family rentals.

Apartments in El Cajon City, CA under $2,500

Balancing snug and cheap is no joke when it comes to renting a place to live. “Are there any apartments near me under $2,500?” 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 161 apartments for rent in El Cajon City, CA on which you’ll spend less than $2,500. 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 $2,500

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 $2,500. The average rental size in El Cajon City, CA is 790 Sqft, but the $2,500 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.