Apartments For Rent By Owner in Palm Desert, CA
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Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,850Base Rent$1,850Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,850 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,050Base Rent$2,050Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,05043376 Cook St Unit 115
43376 Cook St, Palm Desert, CA 92211 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS$4,000Base Rent$4,000Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$4,000
39850 Regency Way
39850 Regency Way, Palm Desert, CA 92211 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$3,300Base Rent$3,300Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$3,300
78861 Avenue 42 Unit C
78861 Avenue 42, Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS$1,995Base Rent$1,995Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,995
74443 Driftwood Dr Unit 2
74443 Driftwood Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,195Base Rent$2,195Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,195
45275 Sunset Ln Unit B8 #2
45275 Sunset Ln, Palm Desert, CA 92260 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,995Base Rent$1,995Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,995
45296 Panorama Dr Unit B4 #2
45296 Panorama Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,995Base Rent$1,995Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,995
45421 Sunset Ln Unit 2
45421 Sunset Ln, Palm Desert, CA 92260 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,995Base Rent$1,995Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,995
45225 Sunset Ln Unit 3
45225 Sunset Ln, Palm Desert, CA 92260 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,195Base Rent$2,195Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,195
45320 Panorama Dr Unit 1
45320 Panorama Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,850Base Rent$1,850Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,850
74442 Driftwood Dr Unit 74442 driftwood
74442 Driftwood Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260 -
Rent SpecialTotal Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$3,250Base Rent$3,250Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$3,250
45719 W Verba Santa Dr
45719 W Verba Santa Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1.5 BATHS$2,800Base Rent$2,800Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,800
2608 Via Calderia Unit 2608ViaCalderia
2608 Via Calderia, Palm Desert, CA 92260 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 1 BATH$2,300Base Rent$2,300Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,300
43376 Cook St Unit #132
43376 Cook St, Palm Desert, CA 92211 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,240Base Rent$2,240Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,240
47900 Oasis Ct Unit Spacious with Mtn Views
47900 Oasis Ct, Palm Desert, CA 92260 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 4 BATHS$5,500Base Rent$5,500Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$5,500
75960 Nelson Ln
75960 Nelson Ln, Palm Desert, CA 92211
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 $1,644 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 737 Sq Ft $1,883 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 1,013 Sq Ft $2,049 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,284 Sq Ft $3,088 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Palm Desert
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Whitehawk 551 Sq Ft $1,714/mo
- Golden Sun Estates 564 Sq Ft $1,722/mo
Average Rent in Nearby Cities
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Cities Average Rent
- Palm Desert $1,736/mo
- Indian Wells $3,500/mo
- Bermuda Dunes $1,925/mo
- Rancho Mirage $1,400/mo
- Indio $1,500/mo
- La Quinta $2,845/mo
- Cathedral City $2,425/mo
- Palm Springs $1,805/mo
- Coachella $1,812/mo
- Desert Hot Springs $1,860/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 $1,883.
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 $1,644.
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 $1,883.
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 $2,049.
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 $3,088.
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