
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Desert Shores, CA (8 Rentals)
Rental terms in Desert Shores as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


1 Month, 11 Months
Monte Azul Apartments

1 Month, 2 Months, 3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Mon
Mediterra Apartment Homes

6 Months, 12 Months
Villa Boutique Apartment Homes
The Freedom of Short-Term Rentals: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
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12 Months
Medici Apartment Homes

12 Months
Presidio Park Apartments

12 Months
Arches at La Quinta

12 Months
Watercrest at the Polo Fields
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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 | $1,493 | $945 | $1,945 |
Desert Shores 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,017 | $1,060 | $2,961 |
Desert Shores 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,328 | $1,325 | $3,405 |
Desert Shores 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,363 | $2,000 | $4,305 |
Desert Shores 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,999 | $3,860 | $4,220 |
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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 Short-term Desert Shores Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Desert Shores?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Desert Shores is at Watercrest at the Polo Fields listed at $1,595.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Desert Shores Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Desert Shores is $2,300.
What is the largest Short-term Desert Shores Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Desert Shores is a 1,512 square feet unit starting from $2,500 at Millennium Apartments.
What is the average size for Desert Shores Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Desert Shores is currently at 768 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.