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

The average rent in Palm Desert, CA is $1,854.

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 $1,854.

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 $2,090.

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 $3,101.

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STUDIO

$2,160+

1 BED

$2,200+

2 BEDS

$2,500+

3 BEDS

$3,375+

Millennium Apartments

74699 Technology Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Call (760) 334-5495
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1 BED

$1,995+

2 BEDS

$2,445+

Mediterra Apartment Homes

43100 Palm Royale Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253

Call (442) 256-8246
1 BED

$2,107+

2 BEDS

$2,455+

Vineyards at Palm Desert Apartment Homes

37600 College Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Call (442) 256-8079
1 BED

$1,625+

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

$13,500

73271 Buckboard Trail

73271 Buckboard Trail, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Call (323) 610-6623
4 BEDS, 4 BATHS

$9,000

72992 Bel Air Rd

72992 Bel Air Rd, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Call (760) 636-2724
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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,100

43376 Cook St Unit 91

43376 Cook St, Palm Desert, CA 92211

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3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,800

45125 Cam Dorado Unit 45125 Camino Dorado

45125 Cam Dorado, Indian Wells, CA 92210

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,200

78205 Cortez Ln Unit #178

78205 Cortez Ln, Indian Wells, CA 92210

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,650

100 Brandigo Cir Unit No

100 Brandigo Cir, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$3,200

77402 Preston Trl Unit 77402 Preston Trail

77402 Preston Trl, Palm Desert, CA 92211
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$6,200

44451 Kings Canyon Ln

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

$6,300

46125 Burroweed Ln

46125 Burroweed Ln, 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
5 BEDS, 7 BATHS

$45,000

72840 Cll De La Silla

72840 Cll De La Silla, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$4,500

43695 Cll Las Brisas W

43695 Cll Las Brisas W, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,500

35241 Rosemont Dr

35241 Rosemont Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$4,500

35330 Rosemont Dr

35330 Rosemont Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,500

46374 CA-74

46374 CA-74, Palm Desert, CA 92260
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$9,500

41786 Woodhaven Dr W

41786 Woodhaven Dr W, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,600

40657 Preston Trail

40657 Preston Trail, Palm Desert, CA 92211
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$6,000

76975 Robin Dr

76975 Robin Dr, Indian Wells, CA 92210
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$8,500

75543 Cll Del Norte

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

$5,000

44980 Olympic Ct

44980 Olympic Ct, Indian Wells, CA 92210
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

$1,854

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School Rating

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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 $1,634 / mo
1 Bedroom 734 Sq Ft $1,854 / mo
2 Bedrooms 1,013 Sq Ft $2,090 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,284 Sq Ft $3,101 / mo

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Palm Desert

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
South Palm Desert 702 Sq Ft $1,627/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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