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.

Student Apartments for Rent in Palm Desert, CA

217 Rentals

2 BEDS

$2,195

The Summit

73435 San Gorgonio Way, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Call (760) 766-1882
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$3,975

22 Belmonte Dr

22 Belmonte Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,700

197 Winterhaven Cir

197 Winterhaven Cir, Palm Desert, CA 92260

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,650

100 Brandigo Cir

100 Brandigo Cir, Palm Desert, CA 92211

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,500

6373 Via Stasera

6373 Via Stasera, Palm Desert, CA 92260

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,600

74239 Santa Rosa Cir

74239 Santa Rosa Cir, Palm Desert, CA 92260

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Rent Special

2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,700

46375 Ryway Pl

46375 Ryway Pl, Palm Desert, CA 92260

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3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$4,200

105 Kavenish Dr

105 Kavenish Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,499

6 Tortosa Dr

6 Tortosa Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,899

77 Marbella Dr

77 Marbella Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,300

48728 Desert Flower Dr Unit 48728

48728 Desert Flower Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,900

73820 Larrea St Unit H

73820 Larrea St, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS

$1,895

74443 Driftwood Dr Unit 2

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

$1,895

45275 Sunset Ln Unit B8 #2

45275 Sunset Ln, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,795

45296 Panorama Dr Unit B4 #2

45296 Panorama Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,750

45421 Sunset Ln Unit 2

45421 Sunset Ln, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,125

73131 San Nicholas Ave Unit B

73131 San Nicholas Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Rent Special

2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,500

43376 Cook St Unit 91

43376 Cook St, Palm Desert, CA 92211
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,750

42740 Clifford St Unit C

42740 Clifford St, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,150

73443 Catalina Way Unit 1

73443 Catalina Way, Palm Desert, CA 92260
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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,995

69 Marbella Dr Unit FURNISHED Vie est Belle

69 Marbella Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,799

74 Avenida Las Palmas

74 Avenida Las Palmas, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,300

2011 Via San Martino

2011 Via San Martino, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Call (619) 550-4780
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,100

72666 Bursera Way Unit 2

72666 Bursera Way, Palm Desert, CA 92260
3 BEDS, 4 BATHS

$5,500

234 Wild Horse Dr

234 Wild Horse Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Call (714) 349-3722
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,900

74800 Sheryl Ave Unit 15-4

74800 Sheryl Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$3,500

4176 Via Mattina

4176 Via Mattina, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,795

73165 Tumbleweed Ln Unit 6

73165 Tumbleweed Ln, Palm Desert, CA 92260
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$3,500

72350 Rim Dr

72350 Rim Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,195

74443 Driftwood Dr Unit 4

74443 Driftwood Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,095

74402 Abronia Trail Unit 1

74402 Abronia Trail, Palm Desert, CA 92260
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,750

45421 Sunset Ln Unit 9

45421 Sunset Ln, Palm Desert, CA 92260
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,000

73415 Shadow Mountain Dr

73415 Shadow Mountain Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Call (909) 389-8306
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,295

74614 Driftwood Dr Unit 3

74614 Driftwood Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,500

73280 San Nicholas Ave

73280 San Nicholas Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,950

73318 Shadow Mountain Dr

73318 Shadow Mountain Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,000

72745 Willow St Unit 3

72745 Willow St, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,500

43376 Cook St

43376 Cook St, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Call (310) 800-8528
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$3,300

39810 Bedford Dr

39810 Bedford Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

Call (760) 989-1395
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,800

44129 Elba Ct

44129 Elba Ct, Palm Desert, CA 92260
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,645

73216 Santa Rosa Way

73216 Santa Rosa Way, Palm Desert, CA 92260
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,900

43376 Cook St Unit 125

43376 Cook St, 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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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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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

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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

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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