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$1,300Studio Apartment Available Aug 15
80543 Key Largo Dr, Unit Casita
80543 Key Largo DrIndio, CA 92201
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$1,375 - $1,9861 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Parkwood At Polo Grounds (55+)
81777 Avenue 48Indio, CA 92201
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Mira Bella
40300 Washington StBermuda Dunes, CA 92203
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La Quinta, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in La Quinta?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap La Quinta Studio Apartments | $1,593 | $1,300 | $1,945 |
| Cheap La Quinta 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,809 | $1,375 | $2,545 |
| Cheap La Quinta 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,299 | $1,695 | $2,795 |
| Cheap La Quinta 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,457 | $2,050 | $3,985 |
| Cheap La Quinta 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,117 | $3,935 | $4,280 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in La Quinta, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/24/2025Current apartment rentals in the La Quinta, CA area range in price from $945 to $4,280 with an overall median price of $3,660. The three La Quinta neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Duna La Quinta at $1,800, Santa Carmelita At Vale La Quinta at $1,895, and Carmela in La Quinta at $1,300. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for La Quinta Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duna La Quinta | $2,580 | $1,800 | 7 |
| Santa Carmelita At Vale La Quinta | $3,000 | $1,895 | 3 |
| Carmela in La Quinta | $4,095 | $1,300 | 38 |
| Piazza Serena | $4,095 | $945 | 55 |
| Point Happy | $4,095 | $1,300 | 74 |
| The Village | $4,095 | $1,300 | 24 |
Cheapest Available La Quinta Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in La Quinta, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Parkwood At Polo Grounds (55+) in the La Paloma neighborhood priced from $1,375. Mira Bella in the Sonrisa at Spanish Walk neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,515. Here is today’s list of the most affordable La Quinta apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkwood At Polo Grounds (55+) | Santa Cruz | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Mira Bella | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1,515 |
| Desert Fountains at Palm Desert | Humming Bird | Studio,1BA | $1,583 |
| Andorra Apartments | Plan A | 2BR,2BA | $1,695 |
| Desert Oasis Apartments | The Greens | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Quinta, CA
As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the La Quinta area is the $2.29 price per square foot The Avila Model at SolTerra Homes in the in the Piazza Serena neighborhood starting from $3,484. The second greatest value La Quinta apartment is the 79380 Avenue 42 Model at 79380 Avenue 42, Unit 1 starting at $2,595 with a $2.16 price per square foot in the Sun City Shadow Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for La Quinta apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| SolTerra Homes | The Avila | 3BR,2BA | $2.29 |
| 79380 Avenue 42, Unit 1 | 79380 Avenue 42 | 3BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| 78205 Cortez Ln | 78205 Cortez Ln | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| Andorra Apartments | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Indigo Views | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| 51099 Eisenhower Dr, Unit 2 | 51099 Eisenhower Dr | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.90 |
| 51049 Eisenhower Dr, Unit 3 | 51049 Eisenhower Dr | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.90 |
| Edencrest Apartments | 2br 1 bth | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Medici Apartment Homes | Villa Medici | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Parkwood At Polo Grounds (55+) | Seville | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
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Best Local Schools in La Quinta, CA
Benjamin Franklin Elementary
Desert Sands Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (619)
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Getting Around La Quinta, CA
Walk Score®
42 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
39 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap La Quinta Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in La Quinta?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in La Quinta is under $1,856.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in La Quinta?
The cheapest apartment in La Quinta is Parkwood At Polo Grounds (55+) which is listed at $1,375, while the average apartment in La Quinta costs $3,660.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in La Quinta?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in La Quinta that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in La Quinta?
Cheap apartments in La Quinta have an average cost of $102 which is $3,558 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in La Quinta.
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