Apartments For Rent By Owner in Palm Desert, CA

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,200

40209 Baltusrol Cir Unit Baltusrol

40209 Baltusrol Cir, Palm Desert, CA 92211

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,399

76747 Minaret Way Unit The Perfect Oasis -Views

76747 Minaret Way, Palm Desert, CA 92211

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,300

73270 Desert Greens Dr N

73270 Desert Greens Dr N, Palm Desert, CA 92260

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3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,550

74193 Santa Rosa Cir Unit Santa Rosa Condo

74193 Santa Rosa Cir, Palm Desert, CA 92260

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3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,800

334 S Sierra Madre

334 S Sierra Madre, Palm Desert, CA 92260

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1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,000

74103 Catalina Way Unit Palm Desert Condo

74103 Catalina Way, Palm Desert, CA 92260

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3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,500

74320 Chicory St

74320 Chicory St, Palm Desert, CA 92260

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2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,800

77402 Preston Trl

77402 Preston Trl, Palm Desert, CA 92211

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,200

41327 Princeville Ln Unit Princeville

41327 Princeville Ln, Palm Desert, CA 92211

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3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,100

73951 Shadow Mountain Dr Unit 73951

73951 Shadow Mountain Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$5,900

116 Avellino Cir Unit Palm Desert Rental

116 Avellino Cir, Palm Desert, CA 92211

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,800

77696 Woodhaven Dr N

77696 Woodhaven Dr N, Palm Desert, CA 92211

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3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$10,500

47094 El Menara Cir

47094 El Menara Cir, Palm Desert, CA 92260

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3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,500

35239 Bandana Cir

35239 Bandana Cir, Thousand Palms, CA 92276

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2 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$3,500

141 Lake Shore Dr Unit 141

141 Lake Shore Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,200

42270 Lima Hall Rd

42270 Lima Hall Rd, Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,295

69 Marbella Dr Unit FURNISHED Vie est Belle

69 Marbella Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,499

6 Tortosa Dr

6 Tortosa Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,999

74 Avenida Las Palmas

74 Avenida Las Palmas, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,899

77 Marbella Dr

77 Marbella Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,600

78053 Cobalt Ct Unit 78053 Cobalt Court

78053 Cobalt Ct, La Quinta, CA 92253

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2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,100

78197 Indigo Dr Unit 203

78197 Indigo Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253

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1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,650

78429 Terra Cotta Ct Unit 429

78429 Terra Cotta Ct, La Quinta, CA 92253

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2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS

$1,895

74443 Driftwood Dr Unit 2

74443 Driftwood Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,795

45296 Panorama Dr Unit B4 #2

45296 Panorama Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,895

45275 Sunset Ln Unit B8 #2

45275 Sunset Ln, Palm Desert, CA 92260
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,750

45421 Sunset Ln Unit 2

45421 Sunset Ln, Palm Desert, CA 92260
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,395

42405 Iowa st Unit 42405 Iowa St. #1

42405 Iowa st, Palm desert, CA 92211
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,995

73820 Larrea St Unit H

73820 Larrea St, Palm Desert, CA 92260
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$2,000

77563 Woodhaven Dr S

77563 Woodhaven Dr S, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,950

45325 Sage Ln Unit 7

45325 Sage Ln, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,500

43717 Avenida Alicante

43717 Avenida Alicante, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,150

46137 Highway 74 Unit 117

46137 Highway 74, Palm Desert, CA 92260
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,985

32180 Saucon Valley St

32180 Saucon Valley St, Thousand Palms, CA 92276
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,000

78987 Bayside Ct Unit 78987

78987 Bayside Ct, Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203
4 BEDS, 5 BATHS

$180,000

43347 Via Orvieto

43347 Via Orvieto, Indian Wells, CA 92210

Palm Desert at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,901

(All bedrooms and property types)

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School Rating

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Some Transit

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Transportation in Palm Desert

Somewhat Bikeable

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Palm Desert, CA Apartments for Rent

Nestled in the Coachella Valley, Palm Desert combines desert landscapes with metropolitan conveniences. The city features mountain views, El Paseo shopping district, and access to the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument. The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is around $1,927, positioning Palm Desert as a desert community with resort-inspired amenities.

Palm Desert residents enjoy educational institutions like College of the Desert and California State University San Bernardino's Palm Desert Campus, performances at the McCallum Theatre, and exploration at the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens. The city maintains 14 public parks, and its location 14 miles east of Palm Springs provides additional entertainment options. Apartments in Palm Desert offer access to shopping centers and restaurants while maintaining proximity to outdoor recreation areas.

Renting in Palm Desert

Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes

Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Studio 603 Sq Ft $1,617 / mo
1 Bedroom 734 Sq Ft $1,901 / mo
2 Bedrooms 1,013 Sq Ft $2,096 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,284 Sq Ft $3,161 / mo

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Palm Desert

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Whitehawk 575 Sq Ft $1,725/mo
Golden Sun Estates 585 Sq Ft $1,737/mo
Silver Sands 819 Sq Ft $2,335/mo

Average Rent in Nearby Cities

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Cities Average Rent
Palm Desert $1,948/mo
Indian Wells $2,022/mo
Bermuda Dunes $1,675/mo
Rancho Mirage $2,500/mo
Indio $1,667/mo
La Quinta $2,040/mo
Cathedral City $2,826/mo
Palm Springs $1,761/mo
Coachella $2,025/mo
Desert Hot Springs $1,380/mo
Mountain Center $3,000/mo
Idyllwild $1,100/mo

Getting Around Palm Desert

Transportation

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore^® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Education

College/University High School Elementary School

Coll. of the Desert

Public University

Coll. of the Desert, East Val Eastern Valley Center

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Palm Desert High

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,050 Students

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James Earl Carter Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

516 Students

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Ronald Reagan Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

834 Students

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Abraham Lincoln Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

585 Students

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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 $1,901.

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 $1,617.

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 $1,901.

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 $2,096.

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 $3,161.

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Apartments For Rent By Owner in Palm Desert, CA

Palm Desert at a Glance

Average Rent

School Rating

Some Transit

Somewhat Bikeable

Palm Desert, CA Apartments for Rent

Renting in Palm Desert

Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Palm Desert

Average Rent in Nearby Cities

Getting Around Palm Desert

Transportation

Somewhat Walkable

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal Transit

Education

Apartments for Rent Near Palm Desert

Specialty Housing

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Palm Desert Apartments for Rent in Your Budget

Frequently asked questions about renting in Palm Desert, CA

What are the average rent costs in Palm Desert, CA?

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Palm Desert, CA?

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Palm Desert, CA?

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Palm Desert, CA?

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Palm Desert, CA?

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