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

The average rent in Palm Desert, CA is $1,859.

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 $1,635.

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 $1,859.

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 $2,058.

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 $2,955.

Apartments under $2,000 for Rent in Palm Desert, CA

134 Rentals

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1 BED

$1,830+

2 BEDS

$1,995+

The Regent Palm Desert Apartment Homes

73373 Country Club Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Call (442) 256-9241
Rent Special

Rent Special

1 BED

$1,965

Mediterra Apartment Homes

43100 Palm Royale Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253

Call (442) 256-8246
1 BED

$1,795

Vineyards at Palm Desert Apartment Homes

37600 College Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Call (442) 256-8079
1 BED

$1,785

Mira Bella

40300 Washington St, Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203

Call (760) 237-4327
1 BED

$1,720

Saddleback

78650 Avenue 42, Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203

Call (442) 227-3714
1 BED

$1,590+

2 BEDS

$1,975+

Panorama Apartments

45205 Panorama Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Call (442) 305-8893
STUDIO

$1,583+

1 BED

$1,639+

Desert Fountains at Palm Desert

42-125 Idaho St, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Call (760) 501-2849
1 BED

$1,699+

2 BEDS

$1,959+

Desert Oasis Apartments

77777 Country Club Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Call (442) 215-5006
1 BED

$1,799

Royal Palms

40890 Sandy Gale Ln, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Call (442) 256-9228
2 BEDS

$1,850

Selene Apartments - 1 MONTH FREE RENT SPECIAL

73820 Larrea St, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Call (442) 227-9307
1 BED

$1,650+

2 BEDS

$1,960+

Ariana at El Paseo Boutique Apartment Homes

45278 Deep Canyon Rd, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Call (442) 282-7268
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,995

72701 Willow St

72701 Willow St, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Call (818) 650-4321
1 BED

$1,575

The Pines Apartments

73170 Tumbleweed Ln, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS

$1,925

The Palms

44665 Las Palmas Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,850

77912 Michigan Dr Unit A2

77912 Michigan Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,600

77900 Michigan Dr Unit C7

77900 Michigan Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,995

45270 Panorama Dr

45270 Panorama Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,575

46075 Ocotillo Dr Unit 3

46075 Ocotillo Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Call (562) 669-4238
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,895

74800 Sheryl Ave Unit 16-3

74800 Sheryl Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Call (562) 669-4238
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,395

74390 Alessandro Dr Unit 2

74390 Alessandro Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Call (562) 669-4238
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,795

74189 Storke Dr

74189 Storke Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Call (323) 334-7933
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,195

35481 Domani Dr

35481 Domani Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211

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

$1,499

74198 Storke Dr

74198 Storke Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Call (714) 348-2894
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,400

33860 Westchester Dr

33860 Westchester Dr, Thousand Palms, CA 92276

Call (562) 669-4238
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,900

72502 Edgehill Dr Unit #1

72502 Edgehill Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Apply
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,400

73895 Mondrian Pl

73895 Mondrian Pl, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Apply
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,875

72615 Edgehill Dr Unit 4

72615 Edgehill Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Apply
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,650

74092 Aster Dr

74092 Aster Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Apply
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,000

78650 Avenue 42

78650 Avenue 42, Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203

Apply
2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS

$1,995

74443 Driftwood Dr Unit 2

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

$1,995

45296 Panorama Dr Unit B4 #2

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

$1,995

73530 Red Cir

73530 Red Cir, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,900

45652 Lantana Ave

45652 Lantana Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,700

74430 Driftwood Dr

74430 Driftwood Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,850

74442 Driftwood Dr Unit 74442 driftwood

74442 Driftwood Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,695

77845 California Dr Unit D4

77845 California Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,850

77912 Michigan Dr Unit A2

77912 Michigan Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,000

72532 Edgehill Dr Unit 2

72532 Edgehill Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,995

73530 Red Cir

73530 Red Cir, Palm Desert, CA 92260
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,900

43376 Cook St Unit 32

43376 Cook St, Palm Desert, CA 92211
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,795

73401 Royal Palm Dr Unit B

73401 Royal Palm Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,825

40215 Harris Ln

40215 Harris Ln, Palm Desert, CA 92211

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Palm Desert at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,859

(All bedrooms and property types)

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Average Rent in Palm Desert

School Rating

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Schools in Palm Desert

Some Transit

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Transportation in Palm Desert

Somewhat Bikeable

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Transportation in Palm Desert

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 $1,635 / mo
1 Bedroom 737 Sq Ft $1,859 / mo
2 Bedrooms 1,013 Sq Ft $2,058 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,284 Sq Ft $2,955 / mo

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Palm Desert

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
South Palm Desert 734 Sq Ft $1,662/mo
Whitehawk 548 Sq Ft $1,713/mo
Golden Sun Estates 569 Sq Ft $1,734/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

out of 100 BikeScore^® Rating

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

out of 100 TransitScore^® Rating

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

Coll. of the Desert, Mecca Ctr Mecca Thermal Center

GreatSchools Rating

Palm Desert High

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,050 Students

GreatSchools Rating

James Earl Carter Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

516 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Ronald Reagan Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

834 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Abraham Lincoln Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

585 Students

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Apartments under $2,000 for Rent in Palm Desert, CA

Palm Desert at a Glance

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