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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Palm Springs?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Palm Springs Studio Apartments | $1,752 | $1,400 | $2,561 |
Cheap Palm Springs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,063 | $1,353 | $3,287 |
Cheap Palm Springs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,090 | $1,400 | $3,288 |
Cheap Palm Springs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,508 | $2,295 | $2,800 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Palm Springs, CA
Pricing Updated: 03/22/2025Current apartment rentals in the Palm Springs, CA area range in price from $1,353 to $3,288 with an overall median price of $2,248. The three Palm Springs neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Warm Sands at $1,400, Chino Canyon at $1,353, and Desert Park Estates at $1,353. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Palm Springs Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Warm Sands | $1,675 | $1,400 | 56 |
Chino Canyon | $1,870 | $1,353 | 280 |
Desert Park Estates | $1,870 | $1,353 | 280 |
Racquet Club West | $1,870 | $1,353 | 280 |
Demuth Park West | $1,997 | $1,353 | 551 |
Desert Highland Gateway Estates | $1,997 | $1,500 | 240 |
Mountain Gate | $1,997 | $1,500 | 240 |
Uptown Palm Springs | $2,087 | $1,353 | 466 |
Araby Cove | $2,386 | $1,353 | 1041 |
Baristo | $2,386 | $1,353 | 1200 |
Cheapest Available Palm Springs Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Palm Springs, CA is a Studio unit found at San Jacinto Village Apartments in the South Palm Springs neighborhood priced from $1,400. The Float in the South Palm Springs neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Palm Springs 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 |
The Float | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Latitude 33 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,675 |
The Modern Cactus | 1 Bedrooms 1 Bathrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1,693 |
Sage Courtyard | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palm Springs, CA
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Palm Springs area is the $1.70 price per square foot 545 Calle Amigos Model at 545 Calle Amigos in the in the South Palm Springs neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Palm Springs apartment is the 33688 Whispering Palms Trail Model at 33688 Whispering Palms Trail, Unit 33688 starting at $2,295 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the Rancho Ramon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Palm Springs apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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545 Calle Amigos | 545 Calle Amigos | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
33688 Whispering Palms Trail, Unit 33688 | 33688 Whispering Palms Trail | 3BR,2BA | $1.91 |
Presidio Park Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
Desert Boutique Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
Candlewood Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.17 |
2526 N Junipero Ave, Unit 2 | 2526 N Junipero Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
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 |
San Jacinto Village Apartments | Grand Studio with full size k+bath | Studio ,1BA | $2.33 |
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Palm Springs Overview
Palm Springs is a beautiful resort town in Coachella Valley in Southern California. Its unique architecture and frequent visits from Hollywood stars have brought it global attention, making Palm Springs apartments exciting places to live. Its reliance on tourism ensures that there is always something going on in Palm Springs—you’ll never get bored here!
Why live in Palm Springs, CA?
With the weather the way it is, living in apartments in Palm Springs would be a bit like living in a permanent vacation—as long as you can take the heat, that is. But besides the weather that transformed this city into a resort town, there’s a lot that makes Palm Springs unique. For instance, it’s ahead of the times, it boasts one of the highest concentrations of same-sex couples in the US. And because of the mid-century modern architecture movement, the sights will never get old since many of the buildings around town are incredibly interesting and unique.
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Getting Around Palm Springs, CA
Walk Score®
55 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
30 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 Palm Springs Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Palm Springs?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Palm Springs is under $1,850.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Palm Springs?
The cheapest apartment in Palm Springs is The Float which is listed at $1,495, while the average apartment in Palm Springs costs $2,248.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Palm Springs?
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 5,928 regular apartments in Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs?
Cheap apartments in Palm Springs have an average cost of $1,180 which is $1,068 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Palm Springs.
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