Rancho Hillside
12367 Calle Albara,
El Cajon, CA 92019
$2,276 - $3,204 | 1-2 Beds
Mountains, palm trees, and red tile roofs dominate the Rancho San Diego landscape. But the sweeping views from this hilly neighborhood are just the beginning of Rancho San Diego’s charm. It is a family-friendly neighborhood with outstanding schools and is home to Cuyamaca College, a community college that opened in 1978.
The neighborhood includes several large parks, especially on the east side. Cottonwood County Park covers almost five and a half acres and includes paved walkways and an open greenspace. Cottonwood Two County Park includes the Cottonwood Golf Club, and Hilton Head County Park features a playground, a pirate-themed splash park, picnic areas, ball courts, and exercise stations. On the southwest side of the neighborhood, Damon Lane Park is a tree-filled oasis complete with a creek and trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding.
Rancho San Diego is primarily a residential neighborhood, but there are several shopping plazas and a few restaurants along Campo Road. Popular destinations include the Water Conservation Garden and the Heritage of the Americas Museum, both located on the college campus. Rancho San Diego is ideal for commuters, only minutes from downtown El Cajon and just 12 miles east of downtown San Diego.
Residents head to Crafted Greens for locally-sourced, organic dishes
The upscale Harvest Ranch Market provides groceries as well as wine-tastings and a full-service deli
Shops and restaurants along Via Rancho San Diego
Regal Edwards Cinemas provides new release films and comfortable seating
The Water Conservation Garden is home to a variety of displays on six acres
The Conservation Garden has displays on everything from drought-tolerant plants to fire-resistive landscaping
As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Rancho San Diego is $2,483 for one bedroom, $2,695 for two bedrooms, and $3,305 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Rancho San Diego has increased by 0.9% in the past year.
1 BR
705 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,483/month
Average Rent
2 BR
956 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,695/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,128 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$3,305/month
Average Rent
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Current Resident
4 years and 6 months ago•Niche Review
Rancho San Diego is a family friendly neighbor. I currently live here and absolutely love it. They have a quiet living environment and is great for all sorts of families. There are various park for the entire family to enjoy.
Nearby Resident
7 years ago•Niche Review
Great people great stores and a friendly town spirit, While attending college near by I shopped for school supplies and dress wear The town bus system is great and the shopping is easy to do.
Nearby Resident
7 years and 3 months ago•Niche Review
I live literally 2 minutes away from RSD. It's a great place for families. It's growing with so many different businesses and restaurants and dessert spots and fast food (some healthy). I really like it .
Nearby Resident
8 years and 3 months ago•Niche Review
Lived in Rancho San Diego, moved away and now back on the border of Rancho San Diego and La Mesa. Has everything that you need and the schools and children's sports are great.
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