Cheap Homes for Rent in Palm Desert, CA from $1,100 (38 Rentals)

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property at 74092 Aster Dr

$1,550

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$1,550

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$1,550

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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74092 Aster Dr

Palm DesertCA92260
property at 77900 Michigan Dr

$1,600

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$1,600

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$1,600

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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77900 Michigan Dr, Unit C7

77900 Michigan Dr
Palm DesertCA92211

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property at 43376 Cook St

$1,799

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43376 Cook St

Palm DesertCA92211
property at 72632 Raven Rd

$1,850

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$1,850

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$1,850

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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72632 Raven Rd, Unit 2

72632 Raven Rd
Palm DesertCA92260
property at 45270 Panorama Dr

$1,995

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$1,995

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$1,995

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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45270 Panorama Dr

Palm DesertCA92260

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property at 79380 Ave 42

$1,995

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$1,995

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$1,995

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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79380 Ave 42

Bermuda DunesCA92203
property at 45313 Sunset Ln

$2,195

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$2,195

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$2,195

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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45313 Sunset Ln

Palm DesertCA92260
property at 74443 Driftwood Dr

$1,995

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$1,995

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$1,995

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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74443 Driftwood Dr

Palm DesertCA92260
property at 74402 Abronia Trail

$2,095

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$2,095

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$2,095

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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74402 Abronia Trail, Unit G

74402 Abronia Trail
Palm DesertCA92260
property at 43376 Cook St

$1,995

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$1,995

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$1,995

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Mar 16

43376 Cook St, Unit 115

43376 Cook St
Palm DesertCA92211
property at 79400 Ave 42

$2,095

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$2,095

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$2,095

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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79400 Ave 42

Bermuda DunesCA92203

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property at 79661 Ave 42

$2,095

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$2,095

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$2,095

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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79661 Ave 42, Unit A

79661 Ave 42
Bermuda DunesCA92203
property at 45225 Sunset Ln

$2,095

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$2,095

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$2,095

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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45225 Sunset Ln

Palm DesertCA92260
property at 44220 San Pablo Ave

$2,195

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$2,195

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$2,195

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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44220 San Pablo Ave, Unit 4

44220 San Pablo Ave
Palm DesertCA92260
property at 79400 Ave 42

$2,395

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$2,395

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$2,395

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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79400 Ave 42

Bermuda DunesCA92203

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Palm Desert, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Palm Desert Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Palm Desert, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Pines Apartments in the Thunderbird neighborhood priced from $1,575. Desert Fountains at Palm Desert in the Sonrisa at Spanish Walk neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,583. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Palm Desert apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Pines Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,575
Desert Fountains at Palm DesertHumming BirdStudio,1BA$1,583
Panorama Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,625
Royal PalmsAruba1BR,1BA$1,695
Desert Oasis ApartmentsThe Greens1BR,1BA$1,699
Mira BellaRancho1BR,1BA$1,800
The Regent Palm Desert Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,830
CanterraPisa1BR,1BA$1,849
Selene ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palm Desert, CA

As of March 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Palm Desert area is the $1.86 price per square foot Three Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Selene Apartments in the in the Outlying Palm Springs neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Palm Desert 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 Palm Desert apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Selene ApartmentsThree Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.86
79380 Avenue 42, Unit 179380 Avenue 423BR,1BA$2.16
74442 Driftwood Dr, Unit 74442 driftwood74442 Driftwood Dr2BR,2BA$1.54
The Palms2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.70
Medici Apartment HomesVilla DEste2BR,2BA$1.90
45320 Panorama Dr, Unit 145320 Panorama Dr2BR,2BA$2.20
45296 Panorama Dr, Unit B4 #245296 Panorama Dr2BR,2BA$2.00
74443 Driftwood Dr, Unit 274443 Driftwood Dr2BR,1.5BA$2.00
Saddleback2 Bedroom Villa2BR,2BA$2.17
The Pines Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.00

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Palm Desert, CA
Population: 53,185

Ranked #737

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Palm Desert

What type of rentals are currently available in Palm Desert?

There are currently 302 Apartments for Rent in Palm Desert, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,583 to $4,305. There are also 598 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Palm Desert ranging from $1,195 to $50,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Palm Desert ranges from $1,195 to $50,000 with an average monthly rent of $10,910.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Palm Desert range from $2,499 to $4,305, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $45,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,275.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.