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Desert Shores, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Desert Shores Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Desert Shores, CA is a Studio unit found at Mountain View Cottages in the Aventine neighborhood priced from $945. Casa Serena Apartments in the Aventine neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Desert Shores apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mountain View CottagesStudioStudio,1BA$945
Casa Serena ApartmentsJunior SuiteStudio,1BA$1,250
Parkwood At Polo Grounds (55+)Santa Cruz1BR,1BA$1,375

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

As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Desert Shores area is the $2.06 price per square foot The Madrid II Model at SolTerra Homes in the in the Piazza Serena neighborhood starting from $3,935. The second greatest value Desert Shores apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Desert Palms starting at $1,985 with a $1.71 price per square foot in the Aventine neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Desert Shores apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
SolTerra HomesThe Madrid II3BR,3BA$2.06
Desert PalmsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.71
Andorra ApartmentsPlan B2BR,2BA$1.57
Villaggio at La Quinta2 Bedroom - Sauvignon Villa2BR,2BA$2.16
Presidio Park Apartments2x22BR,2BA$1.92
Edencrest Apartments2br 1 bth2BR,1BA$1.90
Tahquitz Court2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.10
Casa Del Cielo ApartmentsUnit #162BR,2BA$2.13
Parkwood At Polo Grounds (55+)Seville1BR,1BA$2.07
82145 Valencia AveOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1.90

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Frequently Asked Questions about Desert Shores

What type of rentals are currently available in Desert Shores?

There are currently 51 Apartments for Rent in Desert Shores, CA with pricing that ranges from $945 to $4,380. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Desert Shores ranging from $1,500 to $13,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Desert Shores ranges from $1,500 to $13,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,748.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Desert Shores range from $2,050 to $4,305, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $13,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,070.

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