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Average Rent Trends in El Cajon, CA

Rent in El Cajon, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in Jun 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Feb 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jul 2025$2,300
Aug 2025$2,258
Sep 2025$2,300
Oct 2025$2,300
Nov 2025$2,295
Dec 2025$2,223
Jan 2026$2,245
Feb 2026$2,200
Mar 2026$2,132
Apr 2026$2,134
May 2026$2,175
Jun 2026$2,195
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In June 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$1,773$2,225$3,400$5,000$2,195
Townhomes$1,950$2,699$3,550$3,900$3,200
Apartments and Condos$1,750$2,250$3,250$3,950$2,195
Houses$1,721$2,695$3,895$5,495$3,700
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in El Cajon, CA

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in El Cajon, CA?
    The average rent of an apartment in El Cajon, CA is $2,124 per month. This is about 9% higher than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a house in El Cajon, CA?
    The average rent of a house in El Cajon, CA is $3,700 per month. This is about 90% higher than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a townhome in El Cajon, CA?
    The average rent of a townhome in El Cajon, CA is $3,200 per month. This is about 64% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in El Cajon, CA?
    In the last year, the average rent in El Cajon, CA was lowest in Dec 2025 when it was $2,223 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in El Cajon, CA?
    In the last year, the average rent in El Cajon, CA was highest in Feb 2025 when it was $2,399 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in El Cajon, CA?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in El Cajon, CA is $1,773 per month. That is about $228 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in El Cajon, CA?
    There are 377 available rental listings in El Cajon, CA.
  • What are some neighborhoods in El Cajon, CA?
    Some neighborhoods in El Cajon, CA include: Rancho San Diego, Bostonia, Fletcher Hills, Granite Hills, Harbison Canyon.
  • What are some zip codes in El Cajon, CA?
    El Cajon, CA includes zip codes such as: 92021, 92020, 92019, 92090, 92022.
  • What are some cities near El Cajon, CA?
    Some nearby cities include: Santee, La Mesa, Lakeside, Spring Valley, Jamul. These cities may have more rental options to explore.