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78650 Ave 42

Bermuda DunesCA92203

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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78130 Cortez Ln

Indian WellsCA92210
property at 79380 Ave 42

79380 Ave 42, Unit 2

79380 Ave 42
Bermuda DunesCA92203

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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La Quinta, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in La Quinta, CA

Pricing Updated: 07/21/2025

Current apartment rentals in the La Quinta, CA area range in price from $945 to $4,170 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Duna La Quinta$2,580$1,8007
Santa Carmelita At Vale La Quinta$3,000$1,8953
Carmela in La Quinta$4,095$1,30041
Piazza Serena$4,095$94556
Point Happy$4,095$1,30068
The Village$4,095$1,30026

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parkwood At Polo Grounds (55+)Santa Cruz1BR,1BA$1,375
Mira BellaVista1BR,1BA$1,515
Desert Fountains at Palm DesertHumming BirdStudio,1BA$1,583
Andorra ApartmentsPlan A2BR,2BA$1,695
Desert Oasis ApartmentsThe Greens1BR,1BA$1,699
Medici Apartment HomesVilla Medici1BR,1BA$1,753
SmoketreeFloor Plan B2BR,2BA$1,780
Edencrest Apartments2br 1 bth2BR,1BA$1,800
Monte Azul ApartmentsJasper Cottage1BR,1BA$1,800
Villas on the GreenSt. Andrews1BR,1BA$1,856

Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Quinta, CA

As of July 21, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
SolTerra HomesThe Avila3BR,2BA$2.29
79380 Avenue 42, Unit 179380 Avenue 423BR,1BA$2.16
78205 Cortez Ln78205 Cortez Ln2BR,2BA$2.08
Andorra ApartmentsPlan B2BR,2BA$1.57
Indigo Views2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.03
51049 Eisenhower Dr, Unit 351049 Eisenhower Dr2BR,1.5BA$1.90
51099 Eisenhower Dr, Unit 251099 Eisenhower Dr2BR,1.5BA$1.90
Edencrest Apartments2br 1 bth2BR,1BA$1.90
Medici Apartment HomesVilla Medici1BR,1BA$2.13
Parkwood At Polo Grounds (55+)Seville1BR,1BA$2.07

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Frequently Asked Questions about La Quinta

What type of rentals are currently available in La Quinta?

There are currently 133 Apartments for Rent in La Quinta, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $4,170. There are also 679 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in La Quinta ranging from $1,000 to $37,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in La Quinta?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in La Quinta ranges from $1,000 to $37,500 with an average monthly rent of $9,059.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in La Quinta?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in La Quinta range from $2,050 to $3,985, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $37,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,935.

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.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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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.

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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.

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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.