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Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA under $1300

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Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA under $1300. 19 Rentals Available
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    1360 Melody Lane, El Cajon, CA 92019
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    10112 Ashwood Street, Lakeside, CA 92040
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  • a house with a swimming pool in front of some apartments
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    11085 Woodside Avenue, Santee, CA 92071
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  • A living room with a blue couch and two turtle paintings on the wall.
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    1217 Sangamon Ave, Spring Valley, CA 91977
    1 BED $1,100
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    8885 Orville Street, Spring Valley, CA 91977
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  • A living room with a beige couch and a black ottoman.
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    6684 Reservoir Ln, San Diego, CA 92115
    1 BED $1,150
  • a row of apartment buildings on a city street
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    5252 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115
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  • a garden with palm trees and purple flowers in front of buildings
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    10210 San Diego Mission Rd, San Diego, CA 92108
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  • a playground in front of a building with trees
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    4071 39Th Street, San Diego, CA 92105
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  • A black and white logo for The Certified Group of Companies, Inc.
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    730 S. 47Th Street, San Diego, CA 92113
    1 BED $1,050
    2 BEDS $1,205
  • a dining room in an apartment with a table and chairs
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    4330 30Th Street, San Diego, CA 92104
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    2 BEDS $1,090
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    4035 Park Haven Court, San Diego, CA 92113
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  • a swimming pool with a house in the background
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    1545 Q Avenue, National City, CA 91950
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  • a playground with a swing set and other toys in front of a house
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    1436 S. 40Th Street, San Diego, CA 92113
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    1668 National Avenue #100, San Diego, CA 92113
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  • a living room with orange chairs and a gray couch
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    1825 Hancock Street, San Diego, CA 92110
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  • a living room with blue couches and chairs and a large window
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    3350 Rosecrans St, San Diego, CA 92110
    STUDIO $1,118+
  • an apartment building with a balcony and a yard
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    140 Averil Rd, San Ysidro, CA 92173
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Frequently asked questions

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

Prices and availability in El Cajon, CA were last updated on 25 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in El Cajon, CA?

The best apartments in El Cajon, CA are: Ivanhoe Village Apartments, Sunset Gardens, Greenfield Apartments, Parkway Club and 275-99 S Mollison Ave..

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

In El Cajon 59% of the housing is rented out compared to 41% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 17% of El Cajon’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 65% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 14% are single-family rentals.

Apartments in El Cajon, CA under $1,300

Balancing snug and cheap is no joke when it comes to renting a place to live. “Are there any apartments near me under $1,300?” 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 18 apartments for rent in El Cajon, CA on which you’ll spend less than $1,300. 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 $1,300

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 $1,300. The average rental size in El Cajon, CA is 860 Sqft, but the $1,300 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.

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