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Luxury Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA

216 Rentals Available
Luxury Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA. 216 Rentals Available
  • an open living room with a ping pong table and a dining room with chairs
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    2675 Fletcher Parkway, El Cajon, CA 92020
    1 BED $2,060+
    2 BEDS $2,647+
    3 BEDS $3,885+
  • A modern living room with a pool table and a television.
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    2450 Hilton Head Place, El Cajon, CA 92019
    1 BED $2,235+
    2 BEDS $2,379+
    3 BEDS $2,824+
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    1365 Broadway, El Cajon, CA 92021
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
    3 BEDS $3,050+
  • the living room of an apartment with a couch and a table
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    2950 Fletcher Parkway, El Cajon, CA 92020
    1 BED $2,128+
    2 BEDS $2,669+
  • a kitchen with a stove and a microwave and a refrigerator
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    14261-77 Rios Canyon Rd, El Cajon, CA 92021
    3 BEDS $3,100+
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  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    1240 Petree Street, El Cajon, CA 92020
    1 BED $1,986+
    2 BEDS $2,390+
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a white kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
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    301 Shady Lane, El Cajon, CA 92021
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,900+
    3 BEDS $2,795
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    3 days ago

    1237 Graves Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
    1 BED $1,974+
    2 BEDS $2,125+
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a couch a table and a television
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    848 N Mollison Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92021
    1 BED $1,953+
    2 BEDS $2,608+
  • an empty kitchen with granite counter tops and wooden cabinets
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    569 Greenfield Dr., El Cajon, CA 92021

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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
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    1 BED $1,605+
    2 BEDS $1,837+
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  • A sign for Carlton Ridge Apartments is surrounded by red flowers.
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    9637 -4, Santee, CA 92071
    3 BEDS $2,995+
  • A living room with a white chair, a grey couch, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
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    320 Town Center Pkwy, Santee, CA 92071
    1 BED $2,346+
    2 BEDS $2,654+
    3 BEDS $3,097+
  • 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 living room with couches and a table
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    5810 Amaya Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942
    1 BED $2,210+
    2 BEDS $2,631+
  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a white counter top
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    5636 Amaya Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
    1 BED $2,275+
    2 BEDS $2,515+
  • a living room and kitchen in an apartment with white couches and a table
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    The Sophia, Spring Valley, CA 91977
    1 BED $2,395
    2 BEDS $2,795
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  • A living room with a glass coffee table and a couch with a floral pattern.
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    6575 Jaffe Ct, San Diego, CA 92119
    STUDIO $2,056+
    1 BED $2,289+
    2 BEDS $3,231+
  • a kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
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    9705 Carlton Hills Blvd, Santee, CA 92071
    1 BED $1,995+
    2 BEDS $2,299+
  • a living room with a couch and chairs
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    8585 La Mesa Blvd., La Mesa, CA 91942
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    1 BED $2,440
    2 BEDS $3,030+
  • Lakeview 88 - Bedroom with a large bed and a ceiling fan
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    2758 Lake Pointe Drive, Spring Valley, CA 91977
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $3,048+
    3 BEDS $3,402+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a sink and a counter
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    4265 Palm Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91941
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    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $2,783+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stainless steel refrigerator
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    4341 Spring St., La Mesa, CA 91941
    1 BED $2,076+
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
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  • a living room with a couch and a table in front of a kitchen
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    4949 Baltimore Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942
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    1 BED $3,017+
    2 BEDS $2,995+
  • a living room and dining room with a table and chairs
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    5353 Baltimore Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
    STUDIO $1,948+
    1 BED $2,302+
    2 BEDS $2,648+
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El Cajon, CA rent trends

Rental prices in El Cajon, CA have decreased by 0.27% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,230 to $2,224.

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The average rent in the U.S. is $1,743 per month. The average rent in El Cajon, CA is $2,224 per month.

Average rent in El Cajon, CA

$2,224/mo El Cajon, CA average rental price, October 2025
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Apartment rentals in El Cajon, CA have an average monthly rent of $2,224.

    What's the typical rent budget in El Cajon, CA?

    47% of apartments in El Cajon, CA cost between $2,001-$2,500. Rentals priced between $2,501-$3,000 represent 19% of apartments. Approximately 29% of El Cajon’s apartments are in the $1,501-$2,000 price range. 2% of rental apartments are priced in the $1,001-$1,500 range. A share of 3% of apartment rentals in El Cajon are in the > $3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in El Cajon, CA (47%) fall between $2,001-$2,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the price of a luxury apartment in El Cajon, CA?

    The price range is between $1,963 and $5,000.

    How many luxury rentals are available in El Cajon, CA on RentCafe?

    There are 103 luxury rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in El Cajon, CA were last updated on 27 Nov 2025.

    What is the average size of a luxury apartment in El Cajon, CA?

    The average El Cajon, CA luxury apartment size is 911 sq. ft.

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

    Renting a luxury apartment in El Cajon, CA comes with many amenities, more space and central locations.

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

    Luxury apartments tend to be more expensive and have higher utility bills.

    Look for luxury apartments near me

    Looking for a top of the line, luxury apartment near you to move in to? Are you interested in having all new appliances, on site amenities, a gym, a pool, and private parking? Take a look at our high-end listings and search for the apartment that provides all that you need to feel at home using filters for top community and apartment amenities. On RentCafe you can find the luxury apartment you are looking for whether it's near you, in a specific neighborhood or ZIP code, or in the best area in town.

    RentCafe can help you find the best luxury apartment for you by allowing you to compare location, size and price. May it be near where you live now or anywhere in the U.S. that you want to move to, let's help you choose the perfect apartment.

    Renting a luxury apartment in El Cajon, CA

    If renting a life of luxury in El Cajon, CA is what you’re after, we have great news: you have 216 upscale apartments are to choose from in 25 exquisite buildings. Whether you’re single, a couple, or a family, these Class A rental communities offer high-end apartments of all sizes, from luxury studio apartments, large apartments and luxury townhomes catering to the most discerning tastes. We’ll help you find only the best apartments in El Cajon, CA located in some of the most sought-after locations, from the heart of downtown, to trendy new neighborhoods or prestigious historical ones, listed for up to $6,016, so you can browse only El Cajon, CA’s crème de la crème in rentals. Sort the results by price, number of bedrooms, or property name. You may also filter by property type, beds, baths, and pick your must-have community amenities. Into sustainable living? Many new apartment communities also offer eco-friendly amenities, such as bike racks, electric car charging stations and organic roof-top gardens. Green apartment buildings are the future of rentals and are becoming more common among high-end apartment properties.

    High rise apartments come with extra perks

    High rise apartments offer great views and much more. Browse our luxury apartment listings and see all the amenities you have access to when you live in an upscale high rise apartment complex. Some of the most popular are roof-top heated pools, concierge services, 24-hour state-of-the-art fitness centers, gourmet outdoor kitchens, entertainment and media rooms, and on-site spa services. Properties also wow their residents with modern, furnished, professionally-designed apartment homes that boast top-quality finishes, like designer lighting, floor-to-ceiling windows, top-quality appliances, all carefully chosen to enhance your apartment living experience and to provide the elegance and comfort you expect. The best part is that you don’t have to spend a fortune to experience luxury living. Cheap luxury apartments are also available and they offer access to all the amenities of a high-end apartment community, with monthly rents starting at $1,605.

    Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!