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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 | $1,469 | $1,363 | $1,650 |
Cheap Cathedral City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,801 | $1,650 | $2,178 |
Cheap Cathedral City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,006 | $1,800 | $2,350 |
Cheap Cathedral City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,518 | $2,295 | $2,625 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cathedral City, CA
Pricing Updated: 04/26/2025Current 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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Palm Springs Panorama | $2,050 | $1,800 | 4 |
Rancho Ramon | $2,295 | $1,800 | 6 |
Cathedral Canyon | $2,386 | $1,500 | 7 |
Palm Springs Country Club Estates | $2,575 | $1,363 | 32 |
Cheapest Available Cathedral City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cathedral City, CA is a Studio unit found at 29Hundred Apartments in the K. Hovnanian's® Four Seasons at Palm Springs neighborhood priced from $1,363. San Jacinto Village Apartments in the South Palm Springs neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. 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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29Hundred Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,363 |
San Jacinto Village Apartments | Grand Studio with full size k+bath | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
Mojave Blue | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cathedral City, CA
As of April 26, 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 33478 Navajo Trl Model at 33478 Navajo Trl, Unit 2 starting at $1,900 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Rancho Ramon 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 |
33478 Navajo Trl, Unit 2 | 33478 Navajo Trl | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
31634 Thelma Ave, Unit #3 | 31634 Thelma Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Presidio Park Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
68185 Alcita Rd | All | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
Candlewood Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.17 |
Tahquitz Court | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.31 |
Casa Del Cielo Apartments | Unit #16 | 2BR,2BA | $2.13 |
Palm Canyon Terrace | Plan A | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
San Jacinto Village Apartments | 1 bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
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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 the price of a cheap apartment in Cathedral City?
The cheapest apartment in Cathedral City is San Jacinto Village Apartments which is listed at $1,650, while the average apartment in Cathedral City costs $2,326.
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 2 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 $851 which is $1,475 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cathedral City.
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