
Cheap Homes for Rent in Palm Desert, CA from $1,500 (47 Rentals)
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79461 Ave 40

79661 Ave 42, Unit 114

78848 Alliance Way

35481 Domani Dr

73251 Wyconda St

78650 Ave 42

73361 Catalina Way

43376 Cook St

74800 Sheryl Ave

46917 CA-74

78650 Ave 42

78650 Ave 42

46835 CA-74

38580 Rancho Los Cerritos Dr

72745 Willow St

79380 Ave 42, Unit 2

78129 Indigo Dr

78151 Indigo Dr

78650 Avenue 42, Unit 213

72685 Raven Rd

74350 Covered Wagon Trail

42205 Adams St

45303 Sunset Ln, Unit 1714

45303 Sunset Ln, Unit 030

79661 Ave 42, Unit 108

45313 Sunset Ln, Unit 1160

78487 Magenta Dr, Unit 78487 Magenta Dr.

45421 Lupine Ln

42402 Sand Dune Dr

44900 San Luis Rey Ave

79700 Ave 42, Unit 8

79740 Ave 42, Unit 5

73480 Boca Chica Trail

72714 Willow St

72664 Eagle Rd

2011 Via San Martino

40498 Bay Hill Way

38131 Pigeon Springs Dr

74800 Sheryl Ave

221 Paseo Gregario

40752 Sea Island Ln

40511 Pebble Beach Cir

72682 Bursera Way

73765 Shadow Mountain Dr, Unit 1

77791 Woodhaven Dr N

43733 Ave Alicante
Palm Desert, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Palm Desert?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Palm Desert 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,844 | $1,700 | $10,000+ |
Palm Desert 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,149 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
Palm Desert 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,264 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
Palm Desert 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $14,107 | $3,995 | $10,000+ |
Palm Desert 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $30,833 | $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: 03/21/2025Current 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 |
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Palma Village Groves | $2,195 | $2,195 | 17 |
Sonrisa at Spanish Walk | $3,337 | $1,400 | 2788 |
Woodhaven Country Club | $4,095 | $1,583 | 2287 |
Cheapest Available Palm Desert Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Palm Desert, CA is a Studio unit found at 73600 San Gorgonio Way in the Palma Village Groves neighborhood priced from $1,000. Mira Bella in the Sonrisa at Spanish Walk neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,387. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Palm Desert apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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73600 San Gorgonio Way | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
Mira Bella | Rancho | 1BR,1BA | $1,387 |
Desert Oasis Apartments | The Greens | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
Desert Fountains at Palm Desert | Road Runner | 1BR,1BA | $1,791 |
The Regent Palm Desert Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,830 |
Royal Palms | Aruba | 1BR,1BA | $1,915 |
Canterra | Pisa | 1BR,1BA | $1,937 |
Mediterra Apartment Homes | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $2,105 |
Medici Apartment Homes | Villa DEste | 2BR,2BA | $2,119 |
The Summit | 2BR 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palm Desert, CA
As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Palm Desert area is the $1.74 price per square foot 72880 Shadow Mountain Dr Model at 72880 Shadow Mountain Dr, Unit 72880 in the in the Outlying Palm Springs neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Palm Desert apartment is the Villa Farnese Model at Medici Apartment Homes starting at $2,373 with a $2.09 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. |
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72880 Shadow Mountain Dr, Unit 72880 | 72880 Shadow Mountain Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
Medici Apartment Homes | Villa Farnese | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
The Summit | 2BR 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
Mira Bella | Bungalow | 2BR,2BA | $2.23 |
The Enclave | Harlow | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
Mediterra Apartment Homes | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
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 |
Canterra | Pisa | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palm Desert
What type of rentals are currently available in Palm Desert?
There are currently 286 Apartments for Rent in Palm Desert, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,400 to $4,804. There are also 654 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Palm Desert ranging from $1,500 to $75,000.
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 $1,500 to $75,000 with an average monthly rent of $10,921.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting
Written by: Trey Huguley
When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.