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

The average rent in Palm Desert, CA is $1,857.

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 $1,636.

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 $1,857.

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 $2,052.

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 $3,037.

Short Term Rentals Palm Desert, CA

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1 BED

$2,200+

2 BEDS

$2,400+

3 BEDS

$2,799+

Millennium Apartments

74699 Technology Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Call (760) 334-5495
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1 BED

$2,075+

2 BEDS

$2,395+

Mediterra Apartment Homes

43100 Palm Royale Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253

Call (442) 256-8246
1 BED

$1,995+

2 BEDS

$2,640+

Vineyards at Palm Desert Apartment Homes

37600 College Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Call (442) 256-8079
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, 2 BATHS

$3,250

45719 W Verba Santa Dr

45719 W Verba Santa Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Call (805) 894-0809
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$5,300

34944 Staccato St

34944 Staccato St, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Apply
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,350

100 Brandigo Cir

100 Brandigo Cir, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Apply
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,295

42405 Iowa St Unit 42405 Iowa St. #1

42405 Iowa St, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,500

40657 Preston Trail

40657 Preston Trail, Palm Desert, CA 92211
5 BEDS, 7 BATHS

$37,500

72840 Cll De La Silla

72840 Cll De La Silla, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,500

78770 Golden Reed Dr

78770 Golden Reed Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$4,000

41220 Woodhaven Dr W

41220 Woodhaven Dr W, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,900

43376 Cook St Unit 125

43376 Cook St, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$5,500

38250 Azalea Dr

38250 Azalea Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$5,000

36627 Crown St

36627 Crown St, Palm Desert, CA 92211
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$10,600

44451 Kings Canyon Ln

44451 Kings Canyon Ln, Palm Desert, CA 92260
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$4,500

35330 Rosemont Dr

35330 Rosemont Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$7,500

41786 Woodhaven Dr W

41786 Woodhaven Dr W, Palm Desert, CA 92211
4 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$5,000

75270 Palm Shadow Dr

75270 Palm Shadow Dr, Indian Wells, CA 92210
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$7,975

46 Pebble Beach Dr

46 Pebble Beach Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,500

10 Padron Way

10 Padron Way, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$6,500

75543 Cll Del Norte

75543 Cll Del Norte, Indian Wells, CA 92210
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,800

71620 Halgar Rd

71620 Halgar Rd, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$6,000

26 Carmenere

26 Carmenere, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$7,200

72035 Desert Air Dr

72035 Desert Air Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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Palm Desert at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,857

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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 $1,636 / mo
1 Bedroom 737 Sq Ft $1,857 / mo
2 Bedrooms 1,013 Sq Ft $2,052 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,284 Sq Ft $3,037 / mo

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Palm Desert

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Whitehawk 556 Sq Ft $1,716/mo
Golden Sun Estates 567 Sq Ft $1,723/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

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Coll. of the Desert

Public University

Coll. of the Desert, East Val Eastern Valley Center

Coll. of the Desert, Mecca Ctr Mecca Thermal Center

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George Washington Charter

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James Earl Carter Elementary

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Abraham Lincoln Elementary

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Ronald Reagan Elementary

Public Elementary School

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Grades K-5

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