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Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA under $2200
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    2950 Fletcher Parkway, El Cajon, CA 92020
    1 BED $2,197+
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    848 N Mollison Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92021
    1 BED $2,063+
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    1240 Petree Street, El Cajon, CA 92020
    1 BED $2,023+
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    301 Shady Lane, El Cajon, CA 92021
    1 BED $1,885+
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    1237 Graves Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
    1 BED $1,998+
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    532 North 1St St, El Cajon, CA 92021
    2 BEDS $2,000
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    440 Chambers Street, El Cajon, CA 92020
    1 BED $1,984
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    299 Wisconsin Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92020
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    1011 Leslie Rd, El Cajon, CA 92020
    1 BED $1,850
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    1360 Melody Lane, El Cajon, CA 92019
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    12659 Laurel St, Lakeside, CA 92040
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    10112 Ashwood Street, Lakeside, CA 92040
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    10112 Ashwood Street, Lakeside, CA 92040
    STUDIO $1,550
    1 BED $1,605+
    2 BEDS $1,837+
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    10112 Ashwood Street, Lakeside, CA 92040
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    12571 Laurel St., Lakeside, CA 92040
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    2 BEDS $1,724
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    11085 Woodside Avenue, Santee, CA 92071
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    9525 Mission Gorge Rd., Santee, CA 92071
    1 BED $1,688
    2 BEDS $1,598+
    3 BEDS $2,195+
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    6575 Jaffe Ct, San Diego, CA 92119
    STUDIO $1,821+
    1 BED $2,195+
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    9705 Carlton Hills Blvd, Santee, CA 92071
    1 BED $1,912+
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    4341 Spring Street, La Mesa, CA 91941
    STUDIO $1,855+
    1 BED $1,874+
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    8181 Allison Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91942
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    8429 Broadway, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
    1 BED $1,475
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    5353 Baltimore Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
    STUDIO $2,138+
    1 BED $2,123+
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    9211 Amys Street, Spring Valley, CA 91977
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    7481 Mohawk St, La Mesa, CA 91942
    1 BED $1,999+
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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 28 Apr 2025.

What are the best apartments in El Cajon, CA?

The best apartments in El Cajon, CA are: Colonnade at Fletcher Hills, The Arches Apartments, Sunset Gardens, Canyon Run Apartments and Parkway Club.

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

In El Cajon, 59% of the residents are renting compared to 41% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 17% of El Cajon’s rentals, 65% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 14% are single-family rentals.

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Finding apartments for rent in El Cajon, CA for less than $2,400 has never been so easy! At RentCafe nice cheap apartments are just one click away. There are currently 113 available units in El Cajon, CA, renting for under $2,400. On average, $2,251 can get you 875 Sq.Ft. in this area. Be sure to search for the apartment that is best for you. Under “More”, check the amenities that you consider a must-have, and don’t forget to look at the pet policy. Fitness enthusiasts can even check the Fitness Center box. Whether you are looking for studio apartments, 1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments or 3 bedroom apartments, you are sure to find one that will make you want to move in right away.

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