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    620 67Th Street, Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92114
    1 BED $1,600
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  • an empty living room with a kitchen and a ceiling fan
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    10112 Ashwood Street, Lakeside, CA 92040
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    1 BED $1,605+
    2 BEDS $1,837+
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    8760 JAMACHA RD, SPRING VALLEY, CA 91977
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    2 BEDS $1,728+
  • a logo for walwood properties with a tree and buildings
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    4280-90 52ND ST., SAN DIEGO, CA 92115
    1 BED $1,750
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    4241 N. 51ST ST, SAN DIEGO, CA 92115
    1 BED $1,750
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  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a grey counter top.
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    3873-75 Van Dyke Avenue, San Diego, CA 92105
    1 BED $1,750+

Apartments Under $2,000

  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a tiled backsplash.
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    12730 Monte Vista Rd, Poway, CA 92064
    STUDIO $1,865
    1 BED $2,010+
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  • a living room with carpet and a door to a hallway
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    9525 Mission Gorge Rd., Santee, CA 92071
    1 BED $1,895
    2 BEDS $2,245+
    3 BEDS $2,895+
  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and wooden cabinets
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    4341 Spring Street, La Mesa, CA 91941
    STUDIO $1,940+
    1 BED $2,249+
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Apartments Under $2,200

  • a living room with couches and chairs and a table
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    67 East Flower Street, Chula Vista, CA 91910
    STUDIO $2,015
    1 BED $2,115+
    2 BEDS $2,579+

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  • a kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
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    12571 Laurel St., Lakeside, CA 92040
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    2 BEDS $2,095
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    4580 Zion Ave, San Diego, CA 92120
    1 BED $2,150+
    2 BEDS $2,695+
  • a living room with a couch and chairs and a table
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    4531 Logan Ave, San Diego, CA 92113
    2 BEDS $2,166
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Apartments Under $2,400

  • a living room with a couch and a television
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    220 47Th Street Apt. C, San Diego, CA 92102
    2 BEDS $2,276+
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  • the living room and dining area of a house with a tv on the ceiling
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    7980 Linda Vista Road, San Diego, CA 92111
    1 BED $2,345+
    2 BEDS $2,645
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  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a white fridge.
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    10845 Via Los Narcisos, San Diego, CA 92129
    2 BEDS $2,370+
    3 BEDS $2,945+
  • a living room and kitchen with white couches and a table
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    6975 Golfcrest Drive, San Diego, CA 92119
    1 BED $2,468+
    2 BEDS $2,694+

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    1415 E LEXINGTON AVE, EL CAJON, CA 92019
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  • a porch of a building with a staircase and a window
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    6670 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92115
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  • A white house with a blue door and a tree with purple flowers in front.
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    4240 46Th Street, San Diego, CA 92115
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Frequently asked questions

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in El Cajon, CA?

Cheap apartments in El Cajon, CA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in El Cajon, CA?

A cheap apartment in El Cajon, CA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

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