The Arches Apartments

301 Shady Ln, El Cajon, CA 92021

Last Updated: 1 Day Ago
Monthly Rent
$1,750 - $2,895
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Bedrooms
1 - 3
Bathrooms
1 - 2
Sq. Ft.
616 - 1,100 sq ft

Rent Specials

Fall Special, $500 off move in for select 2-bedrooms units! Restrictions Apply.

Pricing and Floor Plans

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One Bedroom One Bath

$1,750 - $2,025
1 Bed, 1 Bath
616 Sq. Ft.
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4 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
002
$1,750
616
Now
068
$1,750
616
Now
005
$2,025
616
Oct. 5
065
$2,025
616
Oct. 28

Two Bedroom One Bath

$1,895 - $2,025
2 Beds, 1 Bath
825 Sq. Ft.
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5 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
051
$1,895
825
Now
027
$1,895
825
Now
028
$1,995
825
Now

Three Bedroom Two Bath

$2,670 - $2,895
3 Beds, 2 Baths
1,100 Sq. Ft.
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3 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
010
$2,670
1,100
Now
092
$2,895
1,100
Oct. 5
055
$2,895
1,100
Oct. 5
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 3 - 15 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 1969
  • 93 units2 stories

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Basics

  • Deposit
    Varies by unit

Due at Application

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $35
  • Holding Deposit
    $400
  • Application Fee
    $50

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Property Highlights

  • 1, 2, 3 Bedroom Apartment Homes
  • AC
  • Assigned Parking
  • Available Flex Payment Option
  • BBQ and Picnic Areas
  • Blinds
  • Cats Welcome
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Dishwasher
  • Freeway Access
  • Fully Equipped Kitchens
  • Gated Community
  • Hard Surface CounterTops
  • Landscaped Courtyard
  • Laundry Facility
  • Lush Landscaping
  • Minutes to schools and shopping
  • On-Site Parking
  • Pool and Spa
  • Professional Managed

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable Ready
  • Carpet
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Dining Room
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Microwave

Community Features

  • Courtyard
  • Gated
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Picnic Area
  • Pool
  • Public Transportation
  • Spa
  • Walk-Up

Map of The Arches Apartments

Area Scores

Walkability

Moderately walkable

Transit

Some public transit

Driveability

Exceptionally drivable

Bikeability

Somewhat bikeable

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Soundscore

Active

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Transit

Airport

San Diego International

26 min Drive

SAN

Moving to El Cajon, El Cajon, CA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate The Arches Apartments proximity to Main Street Center, El Cajon Shopping Center, and El Cajon Town & Country. Main Street Center is 0.3 miles away, and El Cajon Shopping Center is within a 6 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 40, The Arches Apartments has some public transit, including 10 transit stops within 27.2 miles. Transit options include El Cajon Station and El Cajon Transit Center.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near The Arches Apartments are plentiful. Discover 4 parks within 4.6 miles, including Hollenbeck Canyon Wildlife Area, Woodhaven County Park, and Cottonwood County Park.

Airports

Living in El Cajon provides easy access to San Diego International, located just 27 minutes from The Arches Apartments.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 1 out of 10

Lexington Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

Not rated

Childrens Creative and Perf Ec School

Grades PK-5

Private

GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10

Cajon Valley Middle

Grades 6-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10

Lemon Grove Academy For The Sciences And Humanities

Grades 6-8

Public

Not rated

Holy Trinity Elementary School

Grades K-8

Private

GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10

El Cajon Valley High

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

El Cerrito Baptist Academy

Grades 1-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Cuyamaca College Drive: 10 min (5 mi)
Grossmont College Drive: 14 min (6.2 mi)
San Diego State University Drive: 20 min (11.1 mi)

About The Arches Apartments

Welcome to The Arches Apartments, a residential community featuring one, two, and three bedroom apartments in Eastern San Diego. Spacious layouts and amenities welcome you home, along with exceptional service and an ideal location within walking… distance to shopping, dining and entertainment options. Are you looking for a new apartment home? Contact our friendly, professional management team to schedule a tour today.

The Arches Apartments is an apartment community in El Cajon, CA

Contact

Property Address:
301 Shady Ln,
El Cajon, CA 92021
Phone Number: (855) 758-1930
More Information:
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Office Hours
  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed

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