
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Desert Shores, CA from $600 (12 Rentals)
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Casa Serena Apartments

82145 Valencia Ave

San Jacinto Village Apartments

Desert Fountains at Palm Desert

Tahquitz Court
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Shores Studio Apartments | $1,503 | $945 | $1,638 |
| Desert Shores 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,918 | $1,425 | $2,870 |
| Desert Shores 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,306 | $1,695 | $3,285 |
| Desert Shores 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,407 | $2,341 | $4,305 |
| Desert Shores 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,247 | $4,105 | $4,380 |
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Cheapest Available Desert Shores Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Desert Shores, CA is a Studio unit found at Casa Serena Apartments in the Aventine neighborhood priced from $1,325. 82145 Valencia Ave in the Foxstone neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,425. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Desert Shores apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Serena Apartments | Junior Suite | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| 82145 Valencia Ave | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| San Jacinto Village Apartments | Grand Studio with full size k+bath | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Desert Fountains at Palm Desert | Humming Bird | Studio,1BA | $1,583 |
| Panorama Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Desert Shores, CA and Nearby
As of November 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Desert Shores area is the $2.00 price per square foot Three Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Selene Apartments in the in the Outlying Palm Springs neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Desert Shores apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Tahquitz Court starting at $2,341 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the K. Hovnanian's® Four Seasons at Palm Springs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Desert Shores apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selene Apartments | Three Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Tahquitz Court | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Palm Canyon Terrace | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| The Summit | 2BR 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Presidio Park Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| Edencrest Apartments | 2br 1 bth | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Parkwood At Polo Grounds (55+) | Valencia | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Casa Del Cielo Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| Medici Apartment Homes | Villa Medici | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| 82145 Valencia Ave | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Desert Shores Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Desert Shores?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Desert Shores is at Casa Serena Apartments listed at $1,325.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Desert Shores Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Desert Shores Apartment is $1,425 at 82145 Valencia Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Desert Shores Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Desert Shores is starting from $1,750 at Casa Del Cielo Apartments.
What is the most affordable Desert Shores Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Desert Shores Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tahquitz Court and starts from $2,341.
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