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Short Term Rentals in El Cajon, CA

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  • 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 $2,707+
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    1365 Broadway, El Cajon, CA 92021
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    3 BEDS $3,195+
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a wooden floor.
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    708 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
    1 BED $1,832+
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    3917 Conrad Dr, Spring Valley, CA 91977
    1 BED $1,881
    2 BEDS $2,179+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    5560 Shasta Lane, La Mesa, CA 91942
    1 BED $2,095
    2 BEDS $2,750
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  • a living room with a wall of bookshelves and a pool table
    22
    Today

    2816 Cielo Circulo, Chula Vista, CA 91915
    1 BED $2,642+
    2 BEDS $3,231+
    3 BEDS $3,499+
  • 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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  • a living room with couches and chairs and a table
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    67 East Flower Street, Chula Vista, CA 91910
    STUDIO $2,256
    1 BED $2,261+
    2 BEDS $2,625+
  • the living room and dining area of a house with a tv on the ceiling
    41
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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 living room with a couch and a table
    22
    Today

    11355 Zapata Ave., San Diego, CA 92126
    1 BED $2,455+
    2 BEDS $2,710
  • A kitchen with dark wood cabinets and stainless steel appliances.
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    535 Woodlawn Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91910
    STUDIO $1,899
    1 BED $1,950+
    2 BEDS $2,220+
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  • a living room and dining room with a table and chairs
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    3889 Midway Drive, San Diego, CA 92110
    1 BED $2,328
    2 BEDS $2,698+
    3 BEDS $3,290+
  • a living room with furniture and a television
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    4 days ago

    8465 Regents Road, San Diego, CA 92122
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  • a living room with a couch and a glass coffee table
    43
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    7568 Charmant Drive, San Diego, CA 92122
    1 BED $2,180+
    2 BEDS $2,801
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Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a short-term rental in El Cajon, CA?

The price range of a short-term rental is between $1,836 and $3,302.

How many short-term rentals are available in El Cajon, CA on RentCafe?

There are 5 short term rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in El Cajon, CA were last updated on 17 Nov 2025.

What is the average size of a short-term rental in El Cajon, CA?

The average El Cajon, CA short-term rental size is 882 sq. ft.

Why rent a short-term rental in El Cajon, CA?

The best part about living in a short-term rental is the lease flexibility that allows you to choose for how long you’ll be renting.

What are the downsides of renting a short-term rental in El Cajon, CA?

Short-term rentals might be more expensive per month than long-term leases. Some short-term apartments are furnished and may include the cost of utilities as well.

Look for short term rentals near me

Looking for short-term apartments nearby? This option is ideal if you want to stay in the area, or you’re still looking for something more stable and don’t want to make any permanent decisions yet. Or, simply put, renting short-term fits your lifestyle better. With RentCafe you can now browse short-term apartments near you and compare price, size, location and real reviews from verified residents in your area to see which short-term apartment would suit you best.

You can browse available short-term listings and find your options in any location, whether you’re looking at a specific neighborhood, ZIP code, or city. Just choose the location you want, close to whatever is of interest for you, and we’ll take it from there!

Renting a short-term apartment in El Cajon, CA

If you’re in El Cajon, CA for a limited amount of time, you are a digital nomad, or simply want a change of scenery, RentCafe is here to help you find the short-term rental suitable for your needs. Maybe you just want to test a new area in El Cajon before actually settling in, or maybe you find yourself in-between homes on your way to getting your hands on your dream home. For all those reasons and many more, short-term apartments are the way to go. Short-term rentals usually come furnished and are equipped with essentials that most renters would need on the regular. Plus, some include the cost of utilities in the rent price, so you wouldn’t have as many bills and paperwork to deal with. Renting in El Cajon, CA is an experience. So, if you want to make your renting experience here short and sweet, we got your back!

There’s more to the world

Short-term apartments are not just for renters in between homes or people on prolonged visits to a certain area. They are perfect for those who aren’t looking to put down roots too soon and settling down is not currently in the plans. For those not looking for a long-term apartment just yet, the experience of living in other areas can be life changing. If you’re the type of person who goes wherever life takes them, we are here to help you find a short-term lease!

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