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

The average rent in Palm Desert, CA is $1,852.

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 $1,637.

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 $1,852.

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 $2,103.

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 $3,041.

Apartments for Rent Under- $1,800 in Palm Desert, CA

1 BED

$1,535

Mira Bella

40300 Washington St, Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203

Call (760) 237-4327
1 BED

$1,625+

2 BEDS

$1,800+

Panorama Apartments

45205 Panorama Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Call (442) 305-8893
1 BED

$1,699

Desert Oasis Apartments

77777 Country Club Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Call (442) 215-5006
STUDIO

$1,583+

1 BED

$1,639+

2 BEDS

$1,799+

Desert Fountains at Palm Desert

42-125 Idaho St, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Call (760) 501-2849
1 BED

$1,625

Ariana at El Paseo Boutique Apartment Homes

45278 Deep Canyon Rd, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Call (442) 282-7268
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,095

75865 Pembe Ln

75865 Pembe Ln, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Call (442) 666-4914
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,095

75865 Pembe Ln

75865 Pembe Ln, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Call (442) 666-4914
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,195

74114 Windflower Ct

74114 Windflower Ct, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Call (949) 403-4036
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,795

74174 Storke Dr

74174 Storke Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Call (657) 203-1612
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,595

77805 California Dr Unit A9

77805 California Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Call (626) 268-3986
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,550

33641 Westchester Dr

33641 Westchester Dr, Thousand Palms, CA 92276

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1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,250

78205 Cortez Ln Unit 177

78205 Cortez Ln, Indian Wells, CA 92210

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1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,695

42405 Iowa st Unit 42405 Iowa #2

42405 Iowa st, Palm desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,790

72669 Eagle Rd Unit 2

72669 Eagle Rd, Palm Desert, CA 92260
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,695

45200 Deep Canyon Rd

45200 Deep Canyon Rd, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,695

44470 San Pablo Ave

44470 San Pablo Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,750

77805 California Dr Unit A2

77805 California Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$1,600

3255 Via Giorna

3255 Via Giorna, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,800

78650 Ave 42 Unit 903

78650 Ave 42, Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,500

32407 Sonoma Cir Unit A

32407 Sonoma Cir, Thousand Palms, CA 92276
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,795

Nice Home For Rent

42549 Tungsten Pl, Palm Desert, CA 92260
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,750

Palm Desert Country Club Villas

77805 California Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,800

73990 Catalina Way

73990 Catalina Way, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,795

73525 Shadow Mountain Dr Unit 5

73525 Shadow Mountain Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260
STUDIO

$1,459

Villas on the Green

77120 California Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211

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Palm Desert at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,852

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Some Transit

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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 604 Sq Ft $1,637 / mo
1 Bedroom 734 Sq Ft $1,852 / mo
2 Bedrooms 1,013 Sq Ft $2,103 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,284 Sq Ft $3,041 / mo

Getting Around Palm Desert

Transportation

Somewhat Walkable

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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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