Apartments For Rent By Owner in Palm Desert, CA
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Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$4,800Base Rent$4,800Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$4,800 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,955Base Rent$1,955Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,95573955 Shadow Mountain Dr Unit 73955 SHADOW MOUNTAIN DRIVE
73955 Shadow Mountain Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260 -
Rent SpecialTotal Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,750Base Rent$2,750Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,750
45390 Driftwood Dr
45390 Driftwood Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 1 BATH$2,200Base Rent$2,200Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,200
43376 Cook St Unit Palm Lake #161
43376 Cook St, Palm Desert, CA 92211 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,800Base Rent$2,800Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,800
203 Serena Dr Unit Serena
203 Serena Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,900Base Rent$1,900Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,900
78650 Avenue 42 Unit #207
78650 Avenue 42, Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,475Base Rent$2,475Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,475
78244 Brookhaven Ln
78244 Brookhaven Ln, Palm Desert, CA 92211 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$2,550Base Rent$2,550Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,550
2705 Via Calderia Unit 0
2705 Via Calderia, Palm Desert, CA 92260 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS$2,800Base Rent$2,800Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,800
42593 Liolios Dr Unit 2 Master Bed in Gated Country Club
42593 Liolios Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,950Base Rent$2,950Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,950
73951 Shadow Mountain Dr Unit 73951
73951 Shadow Mountain Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$2,200Base Rent$2,200Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,200
78395 Terra Cotta Ct Unit 307
78395 Terra Cotta Ct, La Quinta, CA 92253 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$3,200Base Rent$3,200Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$3,200
78205 Cortez Ln Unit 176
78205 Cortez Ln, Indian Wells, CA 92210
Palm Desert at a Glance
Palm Desert, CA Apartments for Rent
Palm Desert is a desert city in the Coachella Valley region of Riverside County, situated along the Colorado Desert arm of the Sonoran Desert about 15 miles east of Palm Springs. If you're searching for apartments for rent in Palm Desert, you'll discover everything from contemporary apartment communities near the famous El Paseo shopping and dining district to rentals close to College of the Desert and the city's many golf courses. With a population over 72,000 and a median household income around $79,000, the city has grown significantly since the 1980s while maintaining its desert resort charm.
Renting in Palm Desert means easy access to recreation, shopping, and transportation throughout the Coachella Valley. Highway 111 and Interstate 10 make commuting to nearby cities like Indio, Rancho Mirage, and Palm Springs a breeze—most local drives take 20 minutes or less. The city offers attractions like the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, the McCallum Theatre, and several parks including Civic Center Park and Cahuilla Hills Park. Palm Springs International Airport is just a quick drive away, making regional travel convenient. With year-round sunshine, plenty of golf courses, and hiking trails in the nearby Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains, the area's perfect for anyone wanting an active outdoor lifestyle with all the benefits of desert living.
Renting in Palm Desert
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Studio 604 Sq Ft $1,636 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 737 Sq Ft $1,854 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 1,013 Sq Ft $2,079 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,284 Sq Ft $3,024 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Palm Desert
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Whitehawk 551 Sq Ft $1,717/mo
- Golden Sun Estates 564 Sq Ft $1,725/mo
Average Rent in Nearby Cities
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Cities Average Rent
- Palm Desert $1,672/mo
- Bermuda Dunes $1,850/mo
- La Quinta $2,975/mo
- Cathedral City $1,474/mo
- Palm Springs $1,766/mo
- Idyllwild-Pine Cove $1,667/mo
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Frequently asked questions about renting in Palm Desert, CA
What are the average rent costs in Palm Desert, CA?
The average rent in Palm Desert, CA is $1,854.
What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Palm Desert, CA?
The average rent for a studio apartment in Palm Desert, CA is $1,636.
What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Palm Desert, CA?
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Palm Desert, CA is $1,854.
What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Palm Desert, CA?
The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Palm Desert, CA is $2,079.
What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Palm Desert, CA?
The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Palm Desert, CA is $3,024.
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