
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Indio Neighborhood of Indio, CA from $800 (35 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Indio area of Indio.


Encanto Apartments

41560 Goodrich St

82145 Valencia Ave

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84593 Lambiance Rd, Unit Private Casita

Las Brisas Apartments

Tres Flores

Monte Azul Apartments
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Andorra Apartments

Parkwood At Polo Grounds (55+)

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Smoketree

Watercrest at the Polo Fields

42925 Madison St

82567 Ave 48

47741 Del Norte Ct

82216 Miles Ave
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44900 Rubidoux St

Desert Meadows

Cielo Vista Apartments

Indio Gardens

Horizons At Indio

Los Arboles Apartments

47510 Buckskin Cir

Casa Del Rey
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84250 Indio Springs Dr

Desert Villas

Vintage Palms

83632 Manzanita Ave

Edencrest Apartments

Indigo Views

48162 Garbo Dr

48255 Monroe St
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82191 Ullman Rd

82368 Lancaster Way

47395 Monroe St
Downtown Indio, Indio, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Indio?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Indio Studio Apartments | $995 | $945 | $1,045 |
| Downtown Indio 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,669 | $1,060 | $2,000 |
| Downtown Indio 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,901 | $1,550 | $2,185 |
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There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Indio Neighborhood of Indio, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Indio Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Indio area of Indio, CA is a Studio unit found at Mountain View Cottages priced from $945. Cielo Vista Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,115. Here are the most affordable Downtown Indio apartments for rent in Indio, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain View Cottages | Studio | Studio,1BA | $945 |
| Cielo Vista Apartments | cv1x160b | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| Encanto Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| 82145 Valencia Ave | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,460 |
| Tres Flores | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Las Brisas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Monte Azul Apartments | Jasper Cottage | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| Andorra Apartments | Plan A | 2BR,2BA | $1,695 |
| Parkwood At Polo Grounds (55+) | Santa Cruz | 1BR,1BA | $1,698 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Indio, CA
As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Indio area is the $1.57 price per square foot Plan B Model at Andorra Apartments in the in the La Paloma neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Downtown Indio apartment is the One bedroom Model at 82145 Valencia Ave starting at $1,460 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the Foxstone neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Indio apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andorra Apartments | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| 82145 Valencia Ave | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Watercrest at the Polo Fields | 1 Bed 1 Bath Down | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Parkwood At Polo Grounds (55+) | Santa Cruz | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Tres Flores | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Smoketree | Floor Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Cielo Vista Apartments | cv1x160 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Las Brisas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| Encanto Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Mountain View Cottages | Junior 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Indio, Indio, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Indio, Indio, CA
Theodore Roosevelt Elementary
Thomas Jefferson Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Indio Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Indio Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Indio Apartment is $1,060 at Mountain View Cottages.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Indio Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Indio is starting from $1,333 at Cielo Vista Apartments.
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