
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Desert Shores, CA (33 Rentals)


Villaggio at La Quinta

Canterra

Monte Azul Apartments

Mira Bella

Vineyards at Palm Desert Apartment Homes

Villa Boutique Apartment Homes

Mediterra Apartment Homes
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Aventine Apartment Homes

The Enclave

Tahquitz Court

Avenida Palm Desert 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

Millennium Apartments

Villas on the Green

Desert Boutique Apartment Homes
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Casa Serena Apartments

Panorama Apartments

Medici Apartment Homes

Silverhawk Apartments

Desert Oasis Apartments

San Jacinto Village Apartments

Desert Fountains at Palm Desert
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Ariana at El Paseo Boutique Apartment Homes

Watercrest at the Polo Fields

Parkwood At Polo Grounds (55+)

82145 Valencia Ave

Royal Palms

Mountain View Cottages
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Desert Shores, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Desert Shores?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Desert Shores Studio Apartments | $1,519 | $945 | $1,945 |
Desert Shores 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,904 | $1,060 | $2,870 |
Desert Shores 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,412 | $1,325 | $3,260 |
Desert Shores 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,576 | $2,050 | $4,305 |
Desert Shores 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,117 | $3,935 | $4,280 |
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Largest Available Desert Shores and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Desert Shores, CA is found at Villaggio at La Quinta in the Piazza Serena neighborhood and is 990 square feet priced from $2,095. Mediterra Apartment Homes in the Sun City Shadow Hills neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 985 square feet and currently listed start at $2,195. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Desert Shores:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Villaggio at La Quinta | 1 Bedroom with Den - Pinot Noir | 990 Sq Ft | $2,095 |
Mediterra Apartment Homes | Alexandria | 985 Sq Ft | $2,195 |
Vineyards at Palm Desert Apartment Homes | Solano | 917 Sq Ft | $2,050 |
Avenida Palm Desert 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | A2 | 890 Sq Ft | $2,565 |
The Enclave | Harlow | 889 Sq Ft | $2,455 |
Desert Fountains at Palm Desert | Hawk | 886 Sq Ft | $1,699 |
Canterra | Sienna | 857 Sq Ft | $2,281 |
Medici Apartment Homes | Villa Medici | 820 Sq Ft | $1,732 |
Mira Bella | Vista | 818 Sq Ft | $1,515 |
Millennium Apartments | Acacia | 809 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
Cheapest Available Desert Shores and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 03, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Desert Shores, CA is the Junior 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,060 at Mountain View Cottages in the Aventine neighborhood. The second most affordable Desert Shores 1 Bedroom is the Santa Cruz Model at Parkwood At Polo Grounds (55+) starting at $1,375 in the La Paloma neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Desert Shores is currently $1,904. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Desert Shores:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Mountain View Cottages | Junior 1 Bedroom | $1,060 |
Parkwood At Polo Grounds (55+) | Santa Cruz | $1,375 |
Mira Bella | Rancho | $1,385 |
82145 Valencia Ave | One bedroom | $1,425 |
Casa Serena Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,495 |
29Hundred Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,591 |
San Jacinto Village Apartments | 1 bdrm | $1,600 |
Panorama Apartments | 1x1 | $1,625 |
Tahquitz Court | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,635 |
Desert Fountains at Palm Desert | Road Runner | $1,639 |
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Getting Around Desert Shores, CA
Walk Score®
4 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
28 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Desert Shores Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Desert Shores with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Desert Shores is at Mountain View Cottages listed at $1,060.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Desert Shores Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Desert Shores is $1,904.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Desert Shores Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Desert Shores is a 990 square feet unit starting from $2,095 at Villaggio at La Quinta.
What is the average size for Desert Shores 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Desert Shores is currently 762 sq ft.
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