Average Rent in El Cajon, CA

Current Versus Historical El Cajon, CA Rents

El Cajon rentals average $1,425 for a studio rental to $4,198 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,095, or roughly $3 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in April 2024, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $108 (7.35%) year-over-year from $1,474 to $1,583. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $69 (4.05%) year-over-year from $1,706 to $1,775. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $80 (3.78%) year-over-year from $2,115 to $2,195. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $132 (-4.14%) year-over-year from $3,182 to $3,050. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $398 (10.22%) year-over-year from $3,897 to $4,295. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 0.11% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 1.43% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.30% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.52% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.94% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Apr 2024 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$5.60	$1,583	$1,474 (7.35%)	$1,209 (30.94%)
1 BR	$2.63	$1,775	$1,706 (4.05%)	$1,358 (30.67%)
2 BR	$2.47	$2,195	$2,115 (3.78%)	$1,623 (35.22%)
3 BR	$2.45	$3,050	$3,182 (-4.14%)	$2,474 (23.27%)
4+ BR	$2.06	$4,295	$3,897 (10.22%)	$3,429 (25.25%)

Historical Rents in El Cajon, CA

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Top Cities Near El Cajon

There are a total of 2 cities nearby El Cajon. The average rent in El Cajon is currently $2,126 per month. Only one city nearby has an average rent lower than that. Our records show that El Cajon, CA, with an average rent of $2,095, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near El Cajon, CA is La Mesa, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $2,158 per month.

Let's compare El Cajon, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in El Cajon, CA is 11.75% more affordable than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 4.81% more affordable. Two bedrooms in El Cajon, CA are about 6.83% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 16.07% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 2 cities near El Cajon, CA in the following chart.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
El Cajon, CA	$1,425	$1,779	$2,195	$2,095
La Mesa, CA	$1,760	$1,950	$2,495	$2,158

Top Neighborhoods Near El Cajon

There are a total of 2 neighborhoods in or near El Cajon. We've included all of these top 2 neighborhoods in or near El Cajon, CA in the following chart.

The average rent for these 2 neighborhoods in or near El Cajon, CA is currently around $3,961 per month. Meaning, only two neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $3,961. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than El Cajon's average rent, which is only $2,095. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near El Cajon, North Park has the most affordable average rent at $2,473 per month. Whereas, at $5,450 average rent per month, College East is the most expensive neighborhood in or near El Cajon. View the following chart for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
North Park, San Diego, CA	$1,885	$2,150	$2,795	$2,473
College East, San Diego, CA	N/A	$1,950	$2,595	$5,450

Top Counties Near El Cajon

There are a total of 2 counties located by El Cajon, CA.

We've listed the top 0 counties in the chart below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All

Top Zipcodes Near El Cajon

There are a total of 5 zipcodes in or near El Cajon, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,195.

The following chart includes the top 5 zipcodes in El Cajon, CA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
92020, El Cajon, CA	$1,595	$1,808	$2,213	$2,095
92021, San Diego County, CA	$1,393	$1,710	$2,195	$2,195
92115, San Diego, CA	$1,795	$1,900	$2,595	$2,995
92116, San Diego, CA	$1,715	$2,095	$2,695	$2,195
92104, San Diego, CA	$1,938	$2,098	$2,795	$2,485

Frequently Asked Questions - El Cajon Average Rents

What is the average rent price in El Cajon, CA?

The average monthly rental price for El Cajon, CA apartments for rent is approximately $2,095. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do El Cajon, CA rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in El Cajon, CA.

How much is a studio apartment in El Cajon, CA?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,425 and an average price per square feet of $5.60. There are a total of 7 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in El Cajon.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in El Cajon, CA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,779 and an average price per square feet of $2.63. There are a total of 37 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in El Cajon.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in El Cajon, CA?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,195 and an average price per square feet of $2.47. There are a total of 65 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in El Cajon.

How have rent prices in El Cajon, CA changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in El Cajon, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.07%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.04%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.04%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.04% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in El Cajon, CA?

A reasonable rent price in El Cajon, CA is around $1,676/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.