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Featured Rentals

Hand-picked options with great value, amenities, and location.

4 days on market
4 beds bed, 3 baths bath property at 1421 Blue Lilac, Alpine, CA 91901
$1,100,000

1421 Blue Lilac, Alpine, CA 91901

4 beds
3 baths
2,146 sqft

generations realty

1421 Blue Lilac, Alpine, Ca 91901
4 days on market
2 beds bed, 2 baths bath property at 3505 Alpine Blvd #15, Alpine, CA 91901
$159,900

3505 Alpine Blvd #15, Alpine, CA 91901

2 beds
2 baths
840 sqft

woodson realty

3505 Alpine Blvd #15, Alpine, Ca 91901
4 days on market
4 beds bed, 3 baths bath property at 1945 Boulders Ln, Alpine, CA 91901
$989,000

1945 Boulders Ln, Alpine, CA 91901

4 beds
3 baths
2,000 sqft

exp realty of california, inc.

1945 Boulders Ln, Alpine, Ca 91901
4 days on market
5 beds bed, 3.5 baths bath property at 1106 Alpine Oaks Dr., Alpine, CA 91901
$1,815,000

1106 Alpine Oaks Dr., Alpine, CA 91901

5 beds
3.5 baths
5,575 sqft

palisade realty inc

1106 Alpine Oaks Dr., Alpine, Ca 91901
5 days on market
4 beds bed, 2.5 baths bath property at 2858 Manzanita View Rd, Alpine, CA 91901
$795,000

2858 Manzanita View Rd, Alpine, CA 91901

4 beds
2.5 baths
2,160 sqft

berkshire hathaway homeservices california properties

2858 Manzanita View Rd, Alpine, Ca 91901
8 days on market
3 beds bed, 2 baths bath property at 2501 Columbine Drive, Alpine, CA 91901
$699,000

2501 Columbine Drive, Alpine, CA 91901

3 beds
2 baths
1,706 sqft

berkshire hathaway homeservices california properties

2501 Columbine Drive, Alpine, Ca 91901
11 days on market
3 beds bed, 2.5 baths bath property at 2167 Collomia Ct., Alpine, CA 91901
$1,498,000

2167 Collomia Ct., Alpine, CA 91901

3 beds
2.5 baths
3,028 sqft

redfin corporation

2167 Collomia Ct., Alpine, Ca 91901
11 days on market
5 beds bed, 3.5 baths bath property at 974 Bremen Way, Alpine, CA 91901
$1,275,000

974 Bremen Way, Alpine, CA 91901

5 beds
3.5 baths
3,518 sqft

steele canyon realty

974 Bremen Way, Alpine, Ca 91901
12 days on market
4 beds bed, 5 baths bath property at 2389 Victoria Circle, Alpine, CA 91901
$1,250,000

2389 Victoria Circle, Alpine, CA 91901

4 beds
5 baths
3,466 sqft

exp realty of california, inc.

2389 Victoria Circle, Alpine, Ca 91901
13 days on market
— beds bed, — baths bath property at 196 Arnold Way, Alpine, CA 91901
$365,000

196 Arnold Way, Alpine, CA 91901

— beds
— baths
4.16 acres

keller williams realty

196 Arnold Way, Alpine, Ca 91901
17 days on market
— beds bed, — baths bath property at 2169 Corte Dorado Espuela 29, Alpine, CA 91901
$650,000

2169 Corte Dorado Espuela 29, Alpine, CA 91901

— beds
— baths
12.3 acres

mission realty group

2169 Corte Dorado Espuela 29, Alpine, Ca 91901
18 days on market
4 beds bed, 2.5 baths bath property at 2050 Via Del Torrie, Alpine, CA 91901
$1,148,000

2050 Via Del Torrie, Alpine, CA 91901

4 beds
2.5 baths
2,696 sqft

ahmad yousofi

2050 Via Del Torrie, Alpine, Ca 91901
19 days on market
2 beds bed, 1 baths bath property at 865 N Glen Oaks Dr, Alpine, CA 91901
$190,000

865 N Glen Oaks Dr, Alpine, CA 91901

2 beds
1 baths
768 sqft

berkshire hathaway homeservices california properties

865 N Glen Oaks Dr, Alpine, Ca 91901
4 beds bed, 3 baths bath property at 9086 Hunter Pass, Alpine, CA 91901
$1,469,000

9086 Hunter Pass, Alpine, CA 91901

4 beds
3 baths
3,021 sqft

berkshire hathaway homeservices california properties

9086 Hunter Pass, Alpine, Ca 91901
— beds bed, — baths bath property at 0 Apn#325-102-02, Alpine Forest, CA 93561
$8,000

0 Apn#325-102-02, Alpine Forest, CA 93561

— beds
— baths
4.05 acres

coldwell banker preferred realtors

0 Apn#325-102-02, Alpine Forest, Ca 93561
2 beds bed, 2 baths bath property at 2157 Arnold Way 624, Alpine, CA 91901
$420,000

2157 Arnold Way 624, Alpine, CA 91901

2 beds
2 baths
942 sqft

berkshire hathaway homeservices california properties

2157 Arnold Way 624, Alpine, Ca 91901
— beds bed, — baths bath property at 0 Casa De Roca Way, Alpine, CA 91901
$139,000

0 Casa De Roca Way, Alpine, CA 91901

— beds
— baths
0.66 acres

keller williams realty

0 Casa De Roca Way, Alpine, Ca 91901
16 beds bed, 11 baths bath property at 5553 Willows Rd, Alpine, CA 91901
$1,498,000

5553 Willows Rd, Alpine, CA 91901

16 beds
11 baths
— sqft

value t sales inc dba pacific preferred

5553 Willows Rd, Alpine, Ca 91901
5 beds bed, 1.5 baths bath property at 1311 Sunny Acres, Alpine, CA 91901
$695,000

1311 Sunny Acres, Alpine, CA 91901

5 beds
1.5 baths
1,400 sqft

century 21 affiliated

1311 Sunny Acres, Alpine, Ca 91901
3 beds bed, 2 baths bath property at 2368 Palo Danzante, Alpine, CA 91901
$1,445,000

2368 Palo Danzante, Alpine, CA 91901

3 beds
2 baths
2,470 sqft

kevin gioia, broker

2368 Palo Danzante, Alpine, Ca 91901
2 beds bed, 2 baths bath property at 2157 Arnold 201, Alpine, CA 91901
$440,000

2157 Arnold 201, Alpine, CA 91901

2 beds
2 baths
960 sqft

velocity realty

2157 Arnold 201, Alpine, Ca 91901
4 beds bed, 3 baths bath property at 3860 Carveacre Road, Alpine, CA 91901
$849,000

3860 Carveacre Road, Alpine, CA 91901

4 beds
3 baths
2,464 sqft

keller williams realty

3860 Carveacre Road, Alpine, Ca 91901
5 beds bed, 2.5 baths bath property at 2292 Marquand, Alpine, CA 91901
$965,000

2292 Marquand, Alpine, CA 91901

5 beds
2.5 baths
2,224 sqft

metro to mountain real estate

2292 Marquand, Alpine, Ca 91901
5 beds bed, 4 baths bath property at 22170 Japatul Valley Rd, Alpine, CA 91901
$899,900

22170 Japatul Valley Rd, Alpine, CA 91901

5 beds
4 baths
2,979 sqft

keller williams realty

22170 Japatul Valley Rd, Alpine, Ca 91901

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Find the Perfect Rental

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If you’re searching for east county san diego rental properties, you’re likely looking for a balance of affordability, space, and convenience. Located just outside San Diego in sunny California, east county san diego rental properties offer a wide range of options, from single-family homes with yards to modern townhomes and well-maintained apartments. Many renters consider east county san diego rental properties because they often provide more square footage and parking compared to coastal neighborhoods, while still offering reasonable access to major freeways and employment centers. Communities such as El Cajon, La Mesa, Santee, and Lakeside each contribute to the growing demand for east county san diego rental properties thanks to their unique character and amenities.

One of the main reasons east county san diego rental properties remain popular is the lifestyle flexibility they provide. Whether you’re relocating for work, transitioning between homes, or simply prefer renting, east county san diego rental properties allow you to stay close to parks, schools, shopping centers, and outdoor recreation. Many east county san diego rental properties are located in established neighborhoods with quieter streets and access to hiking trails and open space. At the same time, east county san diego rental properties often come with practical features such as garages, additional storage, and pet-friendly options, which are important considerations for many households.

As demand continues to shift across the county, east county san diego rental properties stand out for offering value and variety in a competitive Southern California market. From updated interiors to larger lots and community-oriented neighborhoods, east county san diego rental properties provide renters with choices that fit different budgets and lifestyles. Ultimately, east county san diego rental properties appeal to those who want room to breathe while staying connected to everything the greater San Diego area has to offer.

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