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Cathedral City, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cathedral City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Cathedral City Studio Apartments | $1,450 | $1,400 | $1,500 |
Cheap Cathedral City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,915 | $1,500 | $3,287 |
Cheap Cathedral City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,992 | $1,790 | $2,350 |
Cheap Cathedral City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,460 | $2,295 | $2,625 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cathedral City, CA
Pricing Updated: 03/22/2025Current apartment rentals in the Cathedral City, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cathedral City Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Cathedral Canyon | $2,195 | $1,400 | 311 |
Rancho Ramon | $2,295 | $2,295 | 7 |
Palm Springs Country Club Estates | $2,363 | $1,400 | 976 |
Cheapest Available Cathedral City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cathedral City, CA is a Studio unit found at San Jacinto Village Apartments in the South Palm Springs neighborhood priced from $1,400. Sage Courtyard in the K. Hovnanian's® Four Seasons at Palm Springs neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cathedral City apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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San Jacinto Village Apartments | Grand Studio with full size k+bath | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
Sage Courtyard | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Casa Del Cielo Apartments | Unit #16 | 2BR,2BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cathedral City, CA
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cathedral City area is the $1.91 price per square foot 33688 Whispering Palms Trail Model at 33688 Whispering Palms Trail, Unit 33688 in the in the Rancho Ramon neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Cathedral City apartment is the 2x2 Model at Presidio Park Apartments starting at $1,880 with a $1.92 price per square foot in the Demuth Park West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cathedral City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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33688 Whispering Palms Trail, Unit 33688 | 33688 Whispering Palms Trail | 3BR,2BA | $1.91 |
Presidio Park Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
Candlewood Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.17 |
Tahquitz Court | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.10 |
Casa Del Cielo Apartments | Unit #16 | 2BR,2BA | $2.13 |
Palm Canyon Terrace | Plan A | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
Sage Courtyard | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
San Jacinto Village Apartments | Grand Studio with full size k+bath | Studio ,1BA | $2.33 |
29Hundred Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.55 |
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Cathedral City Overview
Cathedral City, located in the Greater Palm Springs Metropolitan Area and in the Coachella Valley, is a beautiful and fun place to live. It is a great place to enjoy a variety of outdoor activities and is within easy range for a day or weekend trip to either Los Angeles or San Diego. A variety of apartments in Cathedral City provide amenities to help support your active lifestyle.
Why live in Cathedral City, CA?
Cathedral City has been honored as one of the top 10 bargain retirement spots and as one of America's Most Livable Cities. It is a haven for those who love the outdoors or the arts. Warm temperatures year-round make it a great place for hiking, horseback riding or jogging. The Valley also boasts 125 golf courses and eight public parks. A Public Arts Initiative has placed art in public areas throughout the city, which also has many art galleries. The city also is close to many other recreational opportunities in the Coachella Valley.
Best Local Schools in Cathedral City, CA
Sunny Sands Elementary
Cathedral City High
James Workman Middle
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Getting Around Cathedral City, CA
Walk Score®
52 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cathedral City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Cathedral City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Cathedral City is under $2,063.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cathedral City?
The cheapest apartment in Cathedral City is San Jacinto Village Apartments which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in Cathedral City costs $2,284.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cathedral City?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 312 regular apartments in Cathedral City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Cathedral City?
Cheap apartments in Cathedral City have an average cost of $1,007 which is $1,277 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cathedral City.
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