Average Rent in El Cajon, CA
14 apartment buildings, 45 units. Real asking prices, refreshed daily.
Avg Rent
$2,264/mo
market average
Cheapest
$1,647/mo
Terre at Mollison Apartments
Properties
14
tracked daily
Units
45
available now
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 14 properties in El Cajon, CA.
Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
El Cajon, CA Rent Prices
All 14 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Terre at Mollison Apartments
233 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA
Terre at Bostonia Apartments
1294 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA
The Arches Apartments
301 Shady Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA
Terre at Madison Apartments
422 Shady Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA
Parkway Club Apartments
1237 Graves Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA
Terre at E Park Apartments
437 E Park Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA
Bella Vista Apartments
545 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Terre at Mollison Apartments 233 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA | $1,647 | $1,840 | $2.18 | 3.3 (35) | 2 |
| 2 | Terre at Bostonia Apartments 1294 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA | $1,662 | $1,830 | $2.44 | 4.1 (47) | 2 |
| 3 | The Arches Apartments 301 Shady Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA | $1,675 | $1,958 | $2.72 | 4.7 (62) | 6 |
| 4 | Terre at Madison Apartments 422 Shady Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA | $1,803 | $2,181 | $2.42 | 4.6 (182) | 3 |
| 5 | Parkway Club Apartments 1237 Graves Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA | $1,884 | $2,136 | $2.91 | 4.5 (281) | 3 |
| 6 | Terre at E Park Apartments 437 E Park Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA | $1,927 | $2,089 | $3.22 | 3.5 (16) | 2 |
| 7 | Bella Vista Apartments 545 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA | $1,995 | $1,995 | $2.85 | 3.3 (40) | 1 |
Explore Each Property
Terre at Mollison Apartments
3.3 (35)233 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA
Terre at Bostonia Apartments
4.1 (47)1294 N Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA
The Arches Apartments
4.7 (62)301 Shady Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA
Terre at Madison Apartments
4.6 (182)422 Shady Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA
Parkway Club Apartments
4.5 (281)1237 Graves Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA
Terre at E Park Apartments
3.5 (16)437 E Park Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA
El Cajon, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in El Cajon, CA is $2,264 per month, based on 45 units across 14 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,647 at Terre at Mollison Apartments to $2,499 at Park Pointe Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $1,909/mo | $1,647/mo | 14 |
| 2 Bed | $2,368/mo | $1,937/mo | 28 |
| 3 Bed | $2,947/mo | $2,804/mo | 3 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in El Cajon, CA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$91,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,264/mo.
Comfortable income
$109,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,647/mo), you need to earn at least $66,000/year.
Cost of living in El Cajon, CA
We only have live rent data for El Cajon, CA so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,264 |
| Estimated total | $2,264/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures are refreshed annually.
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Nearby cities in California
How El Cajon, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs El Cajon, CA | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $2,913 | +29% | 36 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,778 | +23% | 29 |
| Riverside, CA | $2,512 | +11% | 24 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,193 | +41% | 23 |
| Sacramento, CA | $2,396 | +6% | 22 |
| Antioch, CA | $2,328 | +3% | 21 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in El Cajon, CA?
The average rent in El Cajon, CA is $2,264 per month, based on 45 units across 14 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in El Cajon, CA?
The lowest available rent in El Cajon, CA starts at $1,647 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in El Cajon, CA?
1-bedroom apartments in El Cajon, CA average $1,909/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,647/mo across 14 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in El Cajon, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in El Cajon, CA average $2,368/mo. Units start from $1,937/mo across 28 units currently listed.
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