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3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA

35 Rentals Available
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA. 35 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
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a large living room with a fireplace and tables and chairs
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    2450 Hilton Head Place, El Cajon, CA 92019
    3 BEDS $3,157+
  • 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 $2,502
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    1240 Petree Street, El Cajon, CA 92020
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room and dining room with a table and chairs
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    1170 Sumner Ave., El Cajon, CA 92021
    3 BEDS $3,150
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  • a living room with a couch and a table
    Today

    1237 Graves Ave, El Cajon, CA 92021
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a black refrigerator
    Today

    1365 Broadway, El Cajon, CA 92021
    3 BEDS $3,305+
  • a white kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
    Today

    301 Shady Lane, El Cajon, CA 92021
    3 BEDS $3,045+
  • a kitchen with wooden floors and wooden cabinets
    Today

    299 Wisconsin Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92020
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • an empty bathroom with a toilet sink and shower
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    569 Greenfield Dr., El Cajon, CA 92021
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a view of a kitchen with white cabinets and white appliances
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    431 Van Houten Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020
    3 BEDS $2,750
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  • an image of the green sign in front of a building
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    1415 E LEXINGTON AVE, EL CAJON, CA 92019
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • an exterior view of a building with trees and a sidewalk
    Today

    1360 Melody Lane, El Cajon, CA 92019
    Income Restricted
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing

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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
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • an empty kitchen with a stove and a sink
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    10112 Ashwood Street, Lakeside, CA 92040
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a kitchen with a white refrigerator and a sink
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    10112 Ashwood Street, Lakeside, CA 92040
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
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    10112 Ashwood St., Lakeside, CA 92040
    3 BEDS $2,495
  • a house with a swimming pool in front of some apartments
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    11085 Woodside Avenue, Santee, CA 92071
    Income Restricted
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a sign for the carriage ridge apartments in front of red flowers
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    9637 -4, Santee, CA 92071
    3 BEDS $3,150
  • a living room with a table and chairs and a couch
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    320 Town Center Pkwy, Santee, CA 92071
    3 BEDS $3,835+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a fireplace
    Today

    6575 Jaffe Ct, San Diego, CA 92119
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • Lakeview 88 - Bedroom with a large bed and a ceiling fan
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    2758 Lake Pointe Drive, Spring Valley, CA 91977
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room and dining room with a wooden table
    Today

    4242 Spring St., La Mesa, CA 91941
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • 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
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a kitchen with white appliances and a white refrigerator
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    7914 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
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El Cajon, CA rent trends

Rental prices in El Cajon, CA have decreased by 2.32% over the past year. The average rent moved from $3,118 to $3,046.

Check out the average rent prices in El Cajon by neighborhood.

Compared to the average rent in the U.S. of $1,741, the rent in El Cajon, CA is $3,046 per month.

Average rent in El Cajon, CA

$3,046/mo El Cajon, CA average rental price, January 2026
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Apartments for rent in El Cajon, CA have an average price of $3,046 per month.

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

    About 40% of apartments in El Cajon, CA have rents ranging between > $3,000. Around 58% of El Cajon’s apartments are in the $2,501-$3,000 price range. 2% of apartments are priced $2,001-$2,500.

    The largest share of rentals in El Cajon, CA (58%) fall between $2,501-$3,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the price of a 3 bedroom apartment in El Cajon, CA?

    How many 3 bedroom apartments for rent are available in El Cajon, CA on RentCafe?

    There are 9 3 bedroom rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in El Cajon, CA were last updated on 25 Feb 2026.

    What is the average size of a 3 bedroom apartment in El Cajon, CA?

    The average El Cajon, CA 3 bedroom apartment size is 871 sq. ft.

    What are the advantages of renting a 3 bedroom apartment in El Cajon, CA?

    Renting a 3 bedroom apartment offers extra space compared to a 2 bedroom apartment, suited for a family or for sharing it with someone else.

    What are the downsides of renting a 3 bedroom apartment in El Cajon, CA?

    A 3 bedroom apartment is more expensive than smaller units and it usually comes with higher utility costs.