
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Desert Shores, CA (35 Rentals)


Millennium Apartments

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29Hundred Apartments

Villaggio at La Quinta

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Canterra

The Regent Palm Desert Apartment Homes

Mediterra Apartment Homes

Aventine Apartment Homes

Villa Boutique Apartment Homes

Vineyards at Palm Desert Apartment Homes
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Mira Bella

The Enclave

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Everleigh Palm Desert 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

Tahquitz Court

Desert Boutique Apartment Homes

Parkview Plaza II

Panorama Apartments

Medici Apartment Homes

Las Brisas Apartments

Ariana at El Paseo Boutique Apartment Homes
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Casa Serena Apartments

Royal Palms

Desert Fountains at Palm Desert

Desert Oasis Apartments

San Jacinto Village Apartments

Arches at La Quinta

Watercrest at the Polo Fields

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Smoketree

82145 Valencia Ave

Mountain View Cottages
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The Pines Apartments

81-83 Panorama Dr

Encanto Apartments

Villas on the Green

Desert Palms
Desert Shores, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Desert Shores?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Shores Studio Apartments | $1,559 | $945 | $2,145 |
| Desert Shores 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,946 | $1,060 | $2,765 |
| Desert Shores 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,279 | $1,325 | $3,215 |
| Desert Shores 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,259 | $2,245 | $4,305 |
| Desert Shores 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,012 | $3,435 | $4,372 |
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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 $2,179. Vineyards at Palm Desert Apartment Homes in the Sonrisa at Spanish Walk neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 917 square feet and currently listed start at $2,050. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Desert Shores:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villaggio at La Quinta | 1 Bedroom with Den - Pinot Noir | 990 Sq Ft | $2,179 |
| Vineyards at Palm Desert Apartment Homes | Solano - Income Restricted | 917 Sq Ft | $2,050 |
| The Enclave | Harlow | 889 Sq Ft | $2,130 |
| Desert Fountains at Palm Desert | Hawk | 886 Sq Ft | $1,699 |
| Canterra | Sienna | 857 Sq Ft | $2,398 |
| Medici Apartment Homes | Villa Medici | 820 Sq Ft | $1,783 |
| Panorama Apartments | 1x1XL | 820 Sq Ft | $1,700 |
| Mira Bella | Vista | 818 Sq Ft | $1,881 |
| Everleigh Palm Desert 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | A4 | 809 Sq Ft | $2,245 |
| Millennium Apartments | Acacia | 809 Sq Ft | $2,400 |
Cheapest Available Desert Shores and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 08, 2026 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 One bedroom - Not Available Model at 82145 Valencia Ave starting at $1,425 in the Foxstone neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Desert Shores is currently $1,946. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Desert Shores:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain View Cottages | Junior 1 Bedroom | $1,060 |
| 82145 Valencia Ave | One bedroom - Not Available | $1,425 |
| Casa Serena Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,525 |
| The Pines Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $1,550 |
| Las Brisas Apartments | 1x1 | $1,595 |
| Desert Fountains at Palm Desert | Road Runner | $1,639 |
| San Jacinto Village Apartments | 1 bdrm | $1,650 |
| Royal Palms | Aruba | $1,695 |
| 29Hundred Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,699 |
| Desert Oasis Apartments | The Greens | $1,699 |
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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 $1,946.
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 $2,179 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 736 sq ft.
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