City Guide
El Cajon, CA
Overview
El Cajon, CA is well known for its grapes, citrus, and tomato agriculture. The city is home to around 102,000 residents, so living in El Cajon will give you the feeling of a city without nearly as many people. One fun fact about the city is that El Cajon is Spanish for "the box" and it got its name because its valley is box-shaped and surrounded by mountains on all sides. Another cool fact is that it's home to Sky Combat Ace and a unique flight experience where visitors get the chance to enjoy "thrilling aerobatic flights."
What’s it like to live in El Cajon, CA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in El Cajon, CA you'll find that the median sale price is
$755,534
and homes stay on the market for 22 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in El Cajon are $799,500
and $424,000
, respectively. El Cajon area townhouses have a median sale price of $455,000
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in El Cajon, CAExplore our El Cajon housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how El Cajon home prices compare to other markets. Explore our El Cajon rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how El Cajon rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in El Cajon, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around El Cajon
| Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fletcher Hills | $922,500 | 79 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Mount Helix | $1,162,000 | 74 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Cajon Heights | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Grossmont | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Sky Ranch | $640,000 | 81 / 100 | 13 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
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El Cajon Migration & Relocation Trends
In Aug '24 - Oct '24, 28% of El Cajon homebuyers searched to move out of El Cajon, while 72% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into El Cajon from outside metros.
- Los Angeles homebuyers searched to move into El Cajon more than any other metro followed by San Francisco and Washington.
Where are people moving to El Cajon from?
- 72% of El Cajon homebuyers searched to stay within the El Cajon metropolitan area.
- Las Vegas was the most popular destination among El Cajon homebuyers followed by Portland and Nashville.
Where are people from El Cajon moving to?
Number of People Moving to El Cajon
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most
People are moving to El Cajon from
| Inbound | Net inflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Aug '24 - Oct '24 | ||
| 1 | 7,951 | ||
| 2 | 2,431 | ||
| 3 | 333 | ||
| 4 | 156 | ||
| 5 | 74 | ||
| 6 | 36 | ||
| 7 | 26 | ||
| 8 | 22 | ||
| 9 | 16 | ||
| 10 | 12 | ||
People are leaving El Cajon for
| Outbound | Net outflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Aug '24 - Oct '24 | ||
| 1 | 453 | ||
| 2 | 430 | ||
| 3 | 360 | ||
| 4 | 335 | ||
| 5 | 334 | ||
| 6 | 207 | ||
| 7 | 203 | ||
| 8 | 187 | ||
| 9 | 184 | ||
| 10 | 178 | ||
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in El Cajon, CA ?
There are many cool and unique activities to do in El Cajon, CA from enjoying local art, dining at some of the best restaurants in town, or spending time at a park. San Diego Aero-Space Museum, Olaf Wieghorst Museum, and Heritage Of The Americas Museum, are just three of the 10 museums that you can explore. Performing arts venues like Sycuan Showcase Theater and Christian Community Theater are popular amongst locals. Parks are also plentiful in El Cajon, where you can find green spaces like Hilton Head County Park, Kennedy Park & Community Center, and Wells Park. There are a variety of delicious eateries and restaurants that appeal to every palette in El Cajon. Don't miss out on local favorites like Nicolosi's Italian Restaurant, Por Favor Mexican Restaurant & Cantina, and Pancho's Mexican Restaurant.
Explore some of the best things to do in El Cajon
What's the best way to get around El Cajon, CA ?
The best way to get around El Cajon is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, El Cajon has a walk score of 61, meaning this area is somewhat walkable. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. El Cajon has a transit score of 37, with a few nearby public transportation options. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 92020. You can also get around El Cajon by bike. With a bike score of 45, there is a minimal amount of infrastructure for biking.
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
Some Transit
Transit Score®
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
El Cajon Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
El Cajon has 2 heavy rail stations; Arnele Avenue Trolley Station, Gillespie Field Trolley Station. This allows you to use heavy rail to commute in and out of the city from the surrounding area and even travel to other cities.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 11 car rental locations.
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