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Desert Center, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Desert Center Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Desert Center, CA is a Studio unit found at Palm Drive Apartments in the Downtown Blythe neighborhood priced from $695. The Quail Place Apartment Homes in the Downtown Blythe neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $871. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Desert Center apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Palm Drive ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$695
The Quail Place Apartment HomesFour Bedroom4BR,2BA$871
Mountain View CottagesStudioStudio,1BA$945

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Desert Center, CA and Nearby

As of July 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Desert Center area is the $1.57 price per square foot Plan B Model at Andorra Apartments in the in the La Paloma neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Desert Center apartment is the 2x2 Model at Presidio Park Apartments starting at $1,880 with a $1.92 price per square foot in the Thunderbird neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Desert Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Andorra ApartmentsPlan B2BR,2BA$1.57
Presidio Park Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1.92
Quail Springs Village Apartments2+22BR,2BA$1.28
Casa Encinas At River Heights2+22BR,2BA$1.26
Edencrest Apartments2br 1 bth2BR,1BA$1.90
Vista Del SolTWO MILE 2 BEDROOM2BR,1.5BA$1.85
The Quail Place Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.29
7645 N Star Ave1x12BR,1BA$1.64
Holtville Garden Senior Apartments1Bed/1Bath1BR,1BA$1.69
Palm Drive ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.99

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Frequently Asked Questions about Desert Center

What type of rentals are currently available in Desert Center?

There are currently 53 Apartments for Rent in Desert Center, CA with pricing that ranges from $695 to $4,305. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Desert Center ranging from $895 to $10,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Desert Center?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Desert Center ranges from $895 to $10,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,894.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Desert Center?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Desert Center range from $1,200 to $4,305, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $4,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $871.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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