
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Indian Wells, CA from $300 (117 Rentals)
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46855 Mountain Cove Dr

78225 Cabrillo Ln

75865 Pembe Ln

75865 Pembe Ln

44620 San Rafael Ave

Desert Fountains at Palm Desert

73051 Guadalupe Ave, Unit B

Ariana at El Paseo Boutique Apartment Homes

79815 Westward Ho Dr, Unit 2-Room Casita
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Royal Palms

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50610 Santa Rosa Plz, Unit 3

Mira Bella

72577 Edgehill Dr, Unit ICV Condo

43376 Cook St, Unit #59

Mediterra Apartment Homes

Arches at La Quinta
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78650 Avenue 42, Unit #207

Silverhawk Apartments

73955 Shadow Mountain Dr, Unit 73955 SHADOW MOUNTAIN DRIVE

50991 Washington St, Unit 401.

Medici Apartment Homes

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Canterra

46075 Ocotillo Dr, Unit 4

72670 Thrush Rd, Unit 3

43376 Cook St, Unit 88

74621 Shadow Hills Rd
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43376 Cook St, Unit Palm Lake #161

78395 Terra Cotta Ct, Unit 307

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Everleigh Palm Desert 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

74204 Catalina Way

74624 Driftwood Dr

46020 CA-74

47975 Joshua Ct, Unit 47975 Joshua Ct.

47975 Joshua Ct

46255 Portola Ave

52020 Avenida Mendoza
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79360 Ave 42, Unit 4

Vista Dunes Courtyard Homes

Paseo Place

73600 San Gorgonio Way

Shadow Hills Townhomes

Villa Del Sol Apartments

Park View Garden Apartments

San Rafael Apartment Homes

Shadow Palms Apartments

The Pines Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Indian Wells?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Indian Wells Studio Apartments | $1,594 | $1,583 | $1,638 |
| Cheap Indian Wells 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,856 | $1,499 | $2,815 |
| Cheap Indian Wells 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,330 | $1,799 | $3,215 |
| Cheap Indian Wells 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,023 | $2,385 | $4,140 |
| Cheap Indian Wells 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,127 | $3,800 | $4,315 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Indian Wells, CA
Pricing Updated: 08/20/2026Current apartment rentals in the Indian Wells, CA area range in price from $1,650 to $2,600 with an overall median price of $2,227. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Indian Wells Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eldorado Golf Club Estates | $2,227 | $1,650 | 6 |
Cheapest Available Indian Wells Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Indian Wells, CA is a Studio unit found at Shadow Palms Apartments in the South Palm Desert neighborhood priced from $1,395. 73355 Guadalupe Avenue in the Palma Village Groves neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Indian Wells apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shadow Palms Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| 73355 Guadalupe Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Desert Fountains at Palm Desert | Humming Bird | Studio,1BA | $1,583 |
| Panorama Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,629 |
| Desert Oasis Apartments | The Greens | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Villas on the Green | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $1,726 |
| Mira Bella | Rancho | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Mediterra Apartment Homes | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $1,873 |
| Arches at La Quinta | Oasis | 2BR,2BA | $1,875 |
| Silverhawk Apartments | Aqua Rose | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Indian Wells, CA
As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Indian Wells area is the $2.26 price per square foot The Avila Model at SolTerra Homes in the in the Piazza Serena neighborhood starting from $3,429. The second greatest value Indian Wells apartment is the Villa Farnese Model at Medici Apartment Homes starting at $2,272 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Sun City Shadow Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Indian Wells apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| SolTerra Homes | The Avila | 3BR,2BA | $2.26 |
| Medici Apartment Homes | Villa Farnese | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Saddleback | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| Royal Palms | Antigua | 2BR,2BA | $2.41 |
| Mira Bella | Bungalow | 2BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| Arches at La Quinta | Mohave | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Mediterra Apartment Homes | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Silverhawk Apartments | Aqua Rose | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Desert Fountains at Palm Desert | Road Runner | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Panorama Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Indian Wells Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Indian Wells?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Indian Wells is at Shadow Palms Apartments listed at $1,395.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Indian Wells Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Indian Wells Apartment is $1,550 at 73355 Guadalupe Avenue.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Indian Wells Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Indian Wells is starting from $1,799 at Desert Fountains at Palm Desert.
What is the most affordable Indian Wells Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Indian Wells Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Silverhawk Apartments and starts from $2,350.
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