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Featured Rentals

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2 days on market
3 beds bed, 2 baths bath property at 1434 Marshall Rd 20, Alpine, CA 91901
$615,000

1434 Marshall Rd 20, Alpine, CA 91901

3 beds
2 baths
1,450 sqft

redfin corporation

1434 Marshall Rd 20, Alpine, Ca 91901
2 days on market
4 beds bed, 3.5 baths bath property at 8842 Summerhill Pt, Alpine, CA 91901
$1,250,000

8842 Summerhill Pt, Alpine, CA 91901

4 beds
3.5 baths
3,242 sqft

real broker

8842 Summerhill Pt, Alpine, Ca 91901
4 days on market
4 beds bed, 2 baths bath property at 1989 Brady Jane, Alpine, CA 91901
$1,175,000

1989 Brady Jane, Alpine, CA 91901

4 beds
2 baths
2,338 sqft

keller williams realty

1989 Brady Jane, Alpine, Ca 91901
8 days on market
4 beds bed, 2.5 baths bath property at 580 582 South Grade, Alpine, CA 91901
$1,499,000

580 582 South Grade, Alpine, CA 91901

4 beds
2.5 baths
4,631 sqft

exp realty of california, inc.

580 582 South Grade, Alpine, Ca 91901
8 days on market
— beds bed, — baths bath property at 432 Arnold Way, Alpine, CA 91901
$248,000

432 Arnold Way, Alpine, CA 91901

— beds
— baths
2.19 acres

you first realty

432 Arnold Way, Alpine, Ca 91901
11 days on market
3 beds bed, 2 baths bath property at 2478 Hialeah Ln, Alpine, CA 91901
$749,900

2478 Hialeah Ln, Alpine, CA 91901

3 beds
2 baths
1,300 sqft

exp realty of california, inc.

2478 Hialeah Ln, Alpine, Ca 91901
13 days on market
4 beds bed, 2.5 baths bath property at 1753 Kyrsten Terrace Court, Alpine, CA 91901
$979,900

1753 Kyrsten Terrace Court, Alpine, CA 91901

4 beds
2.5 baths
2,175 sqft

keller williams pacific estates

1753 Kyrsten Terrace Court, Alpine, Ca 91901
14 days on market
4 beds bed, 2 baths bath property at 751 S Grade Road, Alpine, CA 91901
$795,000

751 S Grade Road, Alpine, CA 91901

4 beds
2 baths
1,380 sqft

century 21 affiliated

751 S Grade Road, Alpine, Ca 91901
14 days on market
3 beds bed, 2 baths bath property at 2855 N Victoria Dr, Alpine, CA 91901
$975,000

2855 N Victoria Dr, Alpine, CA 91901

3 beds
2 baths
1,739 sqft

keller williams san diego metro

2855 N Victoria Dr, Alpine, Ca 91901
16 days on market
3 beds bed, 2 baths bath property at 3505 Alpine Blvd 57, Alpine, CA 91901
$198,000

3505 Alpine Blvd 57, Alpine, CA 91901

3 beds
2 baths
1,325 sqft

coldwell banker west

3505 Alpine Blvd 57, Alpine, Ca 91901
16 days on market
— beds bed, — baths bath property at 21916 Japatul Lane, Alpine, CA 91901
$2,500,000

21916 Japatul Lane, Alpine, CA 91901

— beds
— baths
— sqft

keller williams realty

21916 Japatul Lane, Alpine, Ca 91901
17 days on market
— beds bed, — baths bath property at 1222 24 Willowside Ter, Alpine, CA 91901
$740,000

1222 24 Willowside Ter, Alpine, CA 91901

— beds
— baths
— sqft

roa california inc

1222 24 Willowside Ter, Alpine, Ca 91901
17 days on market
4 beds bed, 5 baths bath property at 2772 Firebrand Drive, Alpine, CA 91901
$2,149,900

2772 Firebrand Drive, Alpine, CA 91901

4 beds
5 baths
4,534 sqft

coldwell banker west

2772 Firebrand Drive, Alpine, Ca 91901
23 days on market
3 beds bed, 1.5 baths bath property at 720 Sky Mountain Lane, Alpine, CA 91901
$899,000

720 Sky Mountain Lane, Alpine, CA 91901

3 beds
1.5 baths
1,740 sqft

melissa goldstein tucci

720 Sky Mountain Lane, Alpine, Ca 91901
24 days on market
4 beds bed, 3 baths bath property at 432 Arnold Way, Alpine, CA 91901
$1,328,000

432 Arnold Way, Alpine, CA 91901

4 beds
3 baths
4,017 sqft

you first realty

432 Arnold Way, Alpine, Ca 91901
28 days on market
— beds bed, — baths bath property at 2806 Alpine, Alpine, CA 91901
$800,000

2806 Alpine, Alpine, CA 91901

— beds
— baths
— sqft

trillion real estate

2806 Alpine, Alpine, Ca 91901
28 days on market
6 beds bed, 7 baths bath property at 4065 Via Palo Verde Lago, Alpine, CA 91901
$5,877,777

4065 Via Palo Verde Lago, Alpine, CA 91901

6 beds
7 baths
6,264 sqft

realty executives dillon

4065 Via Palo Verde Lago, Alpine, Ca 91901
30 days on market
3 beds bed, 2.5 baths bath property at 21916 Japatul Lane, Alpine, CA 91901
$2,500,000

21916 Japatul Lane, Alpine, CA 91901

3 beds
2.5 baths
3,531 sqft

keller williams realty

21916 Japatul Lane, Alpine, Ca 91901
4 beds bed, 2 baths bath property at 1392 Nancy Lee Ln, Alpine, CA 91901
$1,100,000

1392 Nancy Lee Ln, Alpine, CA 91901

4 beds
2 baths
2,090 sqft

exp realty of california, inc.

1392 Nancy Lee Ln, Alpine, Ca 91901
3 beds bed, 1.5 baths bath property at 616 Alpine Heights-20acres, Alpine, CA 91901
$1,590,000

616 Alpine Heights-20acres, Alpine, CA 91901

3 beds
1.5 baths
1,444 sqft

alpine premier properties, inc

616 Alpine Heights-20acres, Alpine, Ca 91901
2 beds bed, 1.5 baths bath property at 2648 Alpine Blvd A, Alpine, CA 91901
$449,900

2648 Alpine Blvd A, Alpine, CA 91901

2 beds
1.5 baths
1,024 sqft

century 21 affiliated

2648 Alpine Blvd A, Alpine, Ca 91901
Price cut: $20K (3/2)
4 beds bed, 4 baths bath property at 1165 Midway Dr, Alpine, CA 91901
$1,180,000

1165 Midway Dr, Alpine, CA 91901

4 beds
4 baths
3,153 sqft

keller williams san diego metro

1165 Midway Dr, Alpine, Ca 91901
— beds bed, — baths bath property at 2560 66 Alpine Blvd, Alpine, CA 91901
$3,000,000

2560 66 Alpine Blvd, Alpine, CA 91901

— beds
— baths
— sqft

keller williams realty

2560 66 Alpine Blvd, Alpine, Ca 91901
5 beds bed, 3 baths bath property at 2638 W Victoria, Alpine, CA 91901
$998,000

2638 W Victoria, Alpine, CA 91901

5 beds
3 baths
2,112 sqft

re/max connections

2638 W Victoria, Alpine, Ca 91901

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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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