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Open right now until 7 PM. Call ahead and they will tell you what is on the floor today.

1097 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 92021 (619) 447-8000
Open · until 7 PM 4.1 out of 5 stars, 94 Google reviews 4.1 (94 Google reviews) How rankings work Confirmed Nov 1, 2026
On the floor here
Furniture Appliances Electronics Computers Mattresses Smartphones
Inside Rent-A-Center
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What you can rent here

Rent-A-Center is a national rent-to-own chain with 1,948 stores across all 50 states, reaching communities from Lawrence, Massachusetts and Kissimmee, Florida to Harlingen, Texas and Booneville, Mississippi. Launched in 1973 in Wichita, Kansas, it was the first national chain to scale the rent-to-own model, building standardized showrooms stocked with new, name-brand merchandise. Stores carry furniture, appliances, electronics, computers, mattresses, gaming, and smartphones on flexible weekly or monthly lease agreements, and like most rent-to-own stores they typically do not require a traditional credit check. Rent-A-Center holds a 4-star Google rating across more than 152,000 reviews. Compare Rent-A-Center on VRTO alongside other rent-to-own stores near you, with hours, ratings, and what each carries.

What this store carries

These are the categories this Rent-A-Center carries. Call the store for current prices and terms.

Furniture
Living room and bedroom sets, sofas, tables
Appliances
Washers, dryers, refrigerators, ranges
Electronics
TVs, sound systems, home theater
Computers
Laptops and desktops
Mattresses
Mattress sets, all sizes
Smartphones
Smartphones and tablets
Gaming
Consoles and accessories

This location

1097 E Main St, El Cajon, CA. Open until 7 PM.

Call (619) 447-8000 Get directions

Rent-A-Center will tell you what you qualify for before anything is run, stated by Rent-A-Center.

Before you go in

Bring a photo ID and something that shows your income, like a pay stub.
Ask what the payment is, how many payments there are, and what the total comes to.
Ask what the item costs if you pay it off in the first 90 days.
Read the agreement before you sign it, and take a copy home.

How rent-to-own leases usually work

Payment frequency Weekly or monthly
Typical term 12 to 24 months
Same-as-cash window 90 days
Credit check Usually not required

Typical terms for rent-to-own stores. This store sets its own; always read the agreement before you sign.

What to bring

  • Valid photo ID (driver's license, state ID, or passport)
  • Proof of income (recent pay stub, bank statement, or benefits letter)
  • Proof of residence (utility bill, lease agreement, or mail with your address)
  • Personal references (typically 3 to 4 contacts with phone numbers)

How it works

  1. 1Browse in store and choose from available furniture, appliances, electronics, and more.
  2. 2Apply with no traditional credit check at most stores. Approval is based on income and residency.
  3. 3Get approved, often same day, with immediate access to your items.
  4. 4Delivery or pickup, with free delivery, setup, and ongoing service at most stores.

Typically included with rent-to-own agreements:

Delivery, setup, service, maintenance, return rights, and early purchase options vary by retailer and agreement. Ask the store to provide the complete written terms before signing.

Frequently asked questions

Rent-A-Center offers furniture, appliances, electronics, computers, mattresses, smartphones, gaming on a rent-to-own basis. Product availability and pricing may vary. Contact the store directly to confirm current inventory.

Rent-A-Center is located at 1097 E Main St, El Cajon, CA. Check the store hours listed on this page for current opening and closing times, as hours may vary on holidays.

Most rent-to-own stores, including Rent-A-Center, do not require a traditional credit check. Approval is typically based on income verification and proof of residency. Contact Rent-A-Center directly to confirm their specific requirements.

Return timing, fees, item condition, refunds, and remaining obligations vary by agreement. Contact Rent-A-Center to review its written return and early purchase terms.

You can contact the store directly by calling (619) 447-8000 or visiting in person at 1097 E Main St, El Cajon, CA.

Hours and how to get there

Monday (Today) 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours confirmed with the store Nov 1, 2026. Call ahead on a holiday.

Where to find it
1097 E Main St El Cajon, CA 92021

Customer reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars, 94 Google reviews 4.1 94 · Google
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Dale Lynn Bamford
Dale Lynn Bamford 1 year ago

I went in and got a couch for My daughter and I new apartment. The ordering process was easy. The delivery was not. I had to leave work early. The guy went to the wrong address saying I wrote it down wrong, but I didn’t. He even checked the receipt. He went to the wrong address because he read it wrong when he delivered, he kind of scuffed up my door as well and had a hard time getting it through. He was the only one to show up to deliver this big sectional couch so I had to help him. I went in that same month to make a cash deposit so that way I could get closer to my early payoff The boss at the time said the machines were down and that they couldn’t give me an actual receipt so she gave me a handwritten receipt and took my cash. I went on to pay my couch like normal and here comes the month where I’m supposed to early pay off I was under the impression that was the end of the month, but I was wrong. So I went through my payment history and I couldn’t find my cash deposit. I called and no one knew about this cash deposit. Luckily, I still had my dated and assigned receipt from this old manager, who apparently now no longer works there, and I am now finding out that The guy who delivered my couches now, the manager And they are going to honor my $400 cash deposit because I have an actual receipt proof but I am past my early pay off so I am still going to be forced to Pay more on a couch that I could’ve had paid off by now this place is the worst most unprofessional. I was nothing but nice to them. I didn’t complain, but this woman took my cash and never put it on my account and they are just acting as if this is normal and when I come to pay it off the honor and credit Do you think that they would be doing more but this is it? And it took them a Week to get back to me about what they were going to do and Go about this Absolutely ridiculously absurd. I will not buy from rent a center again once I do finally purchase my couch.

The one and only Abraham
The one and only Abraham 1 year ago

My wife found a great bedset for the room here. We were debating between them and “yes now”. Unfortunately we picked them. We needed a little extra time on a payment so my partner paid half to try to get us until next 15 days. They decided to only give us a week. They literally interrupted our timing with meeting my autistic daughters therapy. I had to prevent that from happening when they knock on my door. They will not work with you.

Vanessa A
Vanessa A 2 years ago

Very disappointed with the El Cajon rent a center. I have been a customer for many years. Bought couches from them in the past. They have always been very helpful in working with payment plans. I went in to buy my third couch in three years from John was told if I paid a certain amount I will be paid off by the third month. I miss the last payment because I had some card issues and got caught up with life forgot to give them a call. Johnny came.over to were I live I had like I said forgotten to update my phone number and miss one payment which I was willing to make. I gave him my number apologize for forgetting this last time to call them he left to the store and call me . I ask him that I thought we were close to paying off the sofa he said you missed your last payment so know you owed double. $795 more!!!! I told him that is outrageous not worth that sofa as we had already paid close to $700 for it. We're missing the $95 payment to finish and he was telling me that know I had to paid $795 more for it. Him not being trying to be helpful.or nothing. As I also.remember we were paying a little bit more for.an insurance to cover if we miss a payment. He did not even acknowledge or tried to help me in the least bit. I told him.they could come.and pick them up. I will never never buy from them again. Customer service, and for it not being my first time buyer I expected more.

ryan byers
ryan byers 2 years ago

Placed online order for dining room table paid the money for the down. It asked me to schedule delivery date I scheduled for April 15th 1-4 items never showed. I called an associate stated she needed paperwork I sent her and she never got back to me. I called to see if she got is no response they would not answer the phone. Very disappointing as I would have been a great customer of rent a center as I needed a few items for my new home.

Toresia Verheyden

Sales Rep Johnny and the office manager made an impossible delivery happen. They were professional courteous….everything customer service should be but lacking in other rent a center stores I’ve dealt with in the past. Definitely going to refer my friends and family to the El Cajon Main Street location!

james sandoval
james sandoval 4 years ago

The team at Rent A Center is the best. The manager Marcia keeps all her employees happy and they seem to like their jobs. The delivery driver Anthony was very helpful and made sure I was satisfied with the product before he left. They made sure to answer all questions I had. I will be coming back to rent a center for more.

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