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

The average rent in Palm Desert, CA is $1,870.

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 $1,634.

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 $1,870.

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 $2,089.

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 $3,108.

Senior Apartments for Rent in Palm Desert, CA

78 Rentals

1 BED

$2,095+

2 BEDS

$2,450+

Everleigh Palm Desert 55+ Active Adult Apa...

40445 Portola Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Call (760) 565-5235
1 BED

$1,796

Villas on the Green

77120 California Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Call (442) 305-8386
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,900

36523 Monarch Pass

36523 Monarch Pass, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,500

78995 Champagne Ln

78995 Champagne Ln, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,000

78212 Vinewood Dr

78212 Vinewood Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,200

78786 Gorham Ln

78786 Gorham Ln, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,650

35225 Staccato St

35225 Staccato St, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,600

78637 Rainswept Way

78637 Rainswept Way, Palm Desert, CA 92211
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$6,200

78119 Elenbrook Ct

78119 Elenbrook Ct, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$5,500

35348 Flute Ave

35348 Flute Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$6,000

37905 Pineknoll Ave

37905 Pineknoll Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,750

78366 Moongold Rd

78366 Moongold Rd, Palm Desert, CA 92211
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$3,350

78513 Sunrise Mountain View

78513 Sunrise Mountain View, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,800

39830 Somerset Ave

39830 Somerset Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92211
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$3,680

39619 Manorgate Rd

39619 Manorgate Rd, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,550

78724 Palm Tree Ave

78724 Palm Tree Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$5,500

78622 Waterfall Dr

78622 Waterfall Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,650

78472 Glastonbury Way

78472 Glastonbury Way, Palm Desert, CA 92211
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,400

2801 Via Calderia

2801 Via Calderia, Palm Desert, CA 92260
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$3,500

78984 Spirito Ct

78984 Spirito Ct, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,600

78271 Desert Willow Dr

78271 Desert Willow Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,750

37339 Skycrest Rd

37339 Skycrest Rd, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,200

78337 Gray Hawk Dr

78337 Gray Hawk Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,950

78284 Rainbow Dr

78284 Rainbow Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,995

2002 Via San Martino

2002 Via San Martino, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,500

37953 Grand Oaks Ave

37953 Grand Oaks Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92211
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,200

39357 Mirage Cir

39357 Mirage Cir, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,295

39912 Felicita Pkwy

39912 Felicita Pkwy, Palm Desert, CA 92211
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$5,500

35491 Rosemont Dr

35491 Rosemont Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,950

78618 Dancing Waters Rd

78618 Dancing Waters Rd, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,800

37290 Springdale Ave

37290 Springdale Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,300

78047 Freisha Ct

78047 Freisha Ct, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$5,250

38286 Brandywine Ave

38286 Brandywine Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92211
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$5,000

36583 Fan Palm Way

36583 Fan Palm Way, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$5,500

38071 Brandywine Ave

38071 Brandywine Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92211
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$5,500

78748 Links Dr

78748 Links Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$5,500

78287 Willowrich Dr

78287 Willowrich Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$3,500

39264 Mirage Cir

39264 Mirage Cir, Palm Desert, CA 92211
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,295

78879 Fortuna Pl

78879 Fortuna Pl, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,750

78376 Moongold Rd

78376 Moongold Rd, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$5,500

37810 Pineknoll Ave

37810 Pineknoll Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92211
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$3,350

78655 Golden Reed Dr

78655 Golden Reed Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211

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Palm Desert at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,870

(All bedrooms and property types)

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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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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 $1,634 / mo
1 Bedroom 734 Sq Ft $1,870 / mo
2 Bedrooms 1,013 Sq Ft $2,089 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,284 Sq Ft $3,108 / mo

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Palm Desert

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Whitehawk 555 Sq Ft $1,718/mo
Golden Sun Estates 569 Sq Ft $1,737/mo
South Palm Desert 726 Sq Ft $1,813/mo
Silver Sands 875 Sq Ft $2,437/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

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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