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193 W Park Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA|El Cajon
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Property Overview
Royal Gardens receives an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 8.5, showcasing its desirability for renters. The property excels in price, amenities, and location, with ratings of 10, 8, and 9 respectively, indicating an excellent balance between cost and value alongside a strong offering of features. Additionally, it ranks in the 86.27 percentile for value, while its transparency in description enhances trustworthiness, ensuring a reliable choice for prospective residents.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive
Great for
Pet owners
Social life
Floor plans
| 2/1 | 2 bed | 1 bath | $1,945 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for Royal Gardens
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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Policies and fees
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Applicants
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 21 |
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About Royal Gardens
Royal Gardens cost $1,945 per month. Located at 193 W Park Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA, Royal Gardens has 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in El Cajon, renting an apartment at Royal Gardens is 13% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around El Cajon include but are not limited to: 425 East Bradley Avenue, 1360 East Madison Avenue, 800 East Lexington Avenue, 5810 Amaya Drive
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
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Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Royal Gardens is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Royal Gardens has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Royal Gardens offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Royal Gardens is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Royal Gardens is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Royal Gardens to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Royal Gardens provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
Royal Gardens is great for:
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How Royal Gardens compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Rent trends in El Cajon
2-bedroom apartments at Royal Gardens cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in El Cajon.
Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
El Cajon
El Cajon
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,570 |
| January 2024 | $1,541 |
| February 2024 | $1,552 |
| March 2024 | $1,550 |
| April 2024 | $1,554 |
| May 2024 | $1,587 |
| June 2024 | $1,597 |
| July 2024 | $1,596 |
| August 2024 | $1,564 |
| September 2024 | $1,557 |
| October 2024 | $1,582 |
| November 2024 | $1,577 |
| December 2024 | $1,576 |
| January 2025 | $1,556 |
| February 2025 | $1,580 |
| March 2025 | $1,572 |
| April 2025 | $1,570 |
| May 2025 | $1,553 |
| June 2025 | $1,605 |
| July 2025 | $1,562 |
| August 2025 | $1,569 |
| September 2025 | $1,564 |
| October 2025 | $1,564 |
| November 2025 | $1,535 |
| December 2025 | $1,550 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,570 |
| January 2024 | $1,541 |
| February 2024 | $1,552 |
| March 2024 | $1,550 |
| April 2024 | $1,554 |
| May 2024 | $1,582 |
| June 2024 | $1,597 |
| July 2024 | $1,596 |
| August 2024 | $1,564 |
| September 2024 | $1,557 |
| October 2024 | $1,582 |
| November 2024 | $1,577 |
| December 2024 | $1,576 |
| January 2025 | $1,556 |
| February 2025 | $1,580 |
| March 2025 | $1,572 |
| April 2025 | $1,570 |
| May 2025 | $1,553 |
| June 2025 | $1,605 |
| July 2025 | $1,562 |
| August 2025 | $1,569 |
| September 2025 | $1,564 |
| October 2025 | $1,564 |
| November 2025 | $1,535 |
| December 2025 | $1,550 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 193 W Park Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$77,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $77,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,945.
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Schools near Royal Gardens
Johnson Elementary School
500 w madison
el cajon, CA, 92020
K-5Public
C
Cajon Valley Home
2962 jamul dr
el cajon, CA, 92019
K-8Public
C+
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Getting around El Cajon near 193 W Park Ave
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 193 W Park Ave, El Cajon
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 193 W Park Ave
Downtown Grind
200 Civic Center Way
Babylon International Market
524 E Main St
Rema Halal Food
277 El Cajon Blvd
King Price Market
575 E Main St
Washington Market
121 W Washington Ave
Ross Dress For Less
198 W Main St
Glamour Girls Boutique
124 E Main St
Sara Fashion
168 E Main St
S D Unique Boutique LLC
162 E Main St
Finish Line
796 Parkway Plz
Surje Coffee Co
124 E Main St
Rob's Brewpoint
153 E Main St
Juice It Up!
415 Parkway Plz
Surf City Squeeze
415 Parkway Plz
Jamba
417 Parkway Plz
El Cajon Grand Cocktail Lounge
315 W Main St
Downtown Cafe Bar & Grill
182 E Main St
Queens Delivery Hookah
Fuerte's NY Pizzeria
937 Parkway Plz
Applebee's Grill + Bar
107 Fletcher Pkwy
Probody Warehouse Inc
301 W Main St
GNC
393 Parkway Plz
Nutrimart Parkway Plaza
415 Parkway Plz
Holey Donuts
795 Arnele Ave
Shakira Pastry
1183 E Main St
Red Cross Park
Ronald Reagan Community Center
Park
El Cajon Valley Park
Bill Beck City Park
Panda Express
190 N Magnolia Ave
Busy B Thai Cafe
330 N Magnolia Ave
Urbn El Cajon
110 N Magnolia Ave
New York Giant Pizza
356 N Magnolia Ave
Rubio's Coastal Grill
399 N Magnolia Ave
W Douglas Av & Magnolia Av
El Cajon Transit Center - East Main St, El Cajon Shuttle Loop Counterclockwise, Jacumba - El Cajon
W Douglas Av & Magnolia Av
El Cajon Transit Center - East Main St, Jacumba - El Cajon
W Douglas Av & Sunshine Av
El Cajon Transit Center - East Main St, El Cajon Shuttle Loop Counterclockwise, Jacumba - El Cajon
W Douglas Av & Sunshine Av
El Cajon Transit Center - East Main St, Jacumba - El Cajon
Madison Av & Magnolia Av
El Cajon - East County Sq
El Cajon Station
Santee - 12th & Imperial, El Cajon - Courthouse
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