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41705 Palmetto Ln
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79740 Ave 42
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Palm Desert, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Palm Desert?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Desert 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,529 | $1,875 | $10,000+ |
| Palm Desert 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,783 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Palm Desert 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,946 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
| Palm Desert 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,853 | $3,700 | $10,000+ |
| Palm Desert 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $22,100 | $8,000 | $10,000+ |
| Palm Desert 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $16,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Palm Desert, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/03/2025Current apartment rentals in the Palm Desert, 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 Palm Desert Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palma Village Groves | $2,072 | $1,950 | 2 |
| South Palm Desert | $3,000 | $1,950 | 2 |
| Woodhaven Country Club | $3,910 | $1,583 | 97 |
| Sonrisa at Spanish Walk | $4,500 | $1,583 | 145 |
Cheapest Available Palm Desert Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Palm Desert, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Mira Bella in the Sonrisa at Spanish Walk neighborhood priced from $1,387. Desert Fountains at Palm Desert in the Sonrisa at Spanish Walk neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,583. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Palm Desert apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mira Bella | Rancho | 1BR,1BA | $1,387 |
| Desert Fountains at Palm Desert | Humming Bird | Studio,1BA | $1,583 |
| The Pines Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Desert Oasis Apartments | The Greens | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Villas on the Green | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $1,736 |
| The Regent Palm Desert Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,830 |
| Royal Palms | Aruba | 1BR,1BA | $1,915 |
| The Enclave | Harlow Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $1,965 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palm Desert, CA
As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Palm Desert area is the $1.81 price per square foot 31634 Thelma Ave Model at 31634 Thelma Ave, Unit #3 in the in the Sonrisa at Spanish Walk neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Palm Desert apartment is the Villa DEste Model at Medici Apartment Homes starting at $2,108 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the Sun City Shadow Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Palm Desert apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31634 Thelma Ave, Unit #3 | 31634 Thelma Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Medici Apartment Homes | Villa DEste | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| The Summit | 2BR 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Mira Bella | Bungalow | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| 45325 Sage Ln, Unit 7 | 45325 Sage Ln | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Desert Fountains at Palm Desert | Robin | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Royal Palms | Aruba | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| The Regent Palm Desert Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Villas on the Green | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| The Pines Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Palm Desert?
There are currently 289 Apartments for Rent in Palm Desert, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $5,089. There are also 647 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Palm Desert ranging from $1,200 to $45,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Palm Desert?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Palm Desert ranges from $1,200 to $45,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,510.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Palm Desert?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Palm Desert range from $2,900 to $5,089, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $45,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,500.
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