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property at 73202 Guadalupe Ave

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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73202 Guadalupe Ave, Unit B

73202 Guadalupe Ave
Palm DesertCA92260
property at 78650 Ave 42

$1,800 - $2,100

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78650 Ave 42

Bermuda DunesCA92203
property at 43376 Cook St

$1,799 - $2,300

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43376 Cook St

Palm DesertCA92211
property at 78650 Avenue 42

$1,900

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$1,900

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$1,900

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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78650 Avenue 42, Unit #207

78650 Avenue 42
Bermuda DunesCA92203

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property at 79661 Ave 42

$1,995

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$1,995

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$1,995

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79661 Ave 42, Unit G

79661 Ave 42
Bermuda DunesCA92203
property at 79400 Ave 42

$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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79400 Ave 42, Unit 4

79400 Ave 42
Bermuda DunesCA92203
property at 48724 Desert Flower Dr

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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48724 Desert Flower Dr

Palm DesertCA92260
property at 78313 Terra Cotta Ct

$2,050

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$2,050

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$2,050

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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78313 Terra Cotta Ct, Unit La Quinta

78313 Terra Cotta Ct
La QuintaCA92253
property at 74533 Sagebrush Dr

$2,095

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$2,095

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$2,095

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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74533 Sagebrush Dr

Palm DesertCA92260
property at 45421 Sunset Ln

$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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45421 Sunset Ln

Palm DesertCA92260

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property at 79700 Ave 42

$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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79700 Ave 42, Unit D

79700 Ave 42
Bermuda DunesCA92203
property at 43376 Cook St

$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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43376 Cook St, Unit 217

43376 Cook St
Palm DesertCA92211

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property at 73400 Algonquin Pl

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

2 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

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73400 Algonquin Pl

Thousand PalmsCA92276
property at 43376 Cook St

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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43376 Cook St, Unit 122

43376 Cook St
Palm DesertCA92211
property at 43376 Cook St

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 1

43376 Cook St, Unit Palm Lake #161

43376 Cook St
Palm DesertCA92211

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Palm Desert, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Palm Desert, CA

Pricing Updated: 07/27/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Palm Desert, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Palm Desert Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Palma Village Groves$7,125$1,8009
South Palm Desert$8,350$1,69523
Sonrisa at Spanish Walk$50,000$1,145246
Woodhaven Country Club$50,000$1,195180

Cheapest Available Palm Desert Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Palm Desert, CA is a Studio unit found at Shadow Palms Apartments in the South Palm Desert neighborhood priced from $1,395. 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
Shadow Palms Apartments0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,395
Desert Fountains at Palm DesertHumming BirdStudio,1BA$1,583
Panorama Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,604
Desert Oasis ApartmentsThe Greens1BR,1BA$1,699
Villas on the GreenAugusta1BR,1BA$1,726
Mira BellaRancho1BR,1BA$1,800
The Regent Palm Desert Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,830
Vineyards at Palm Desert Apartment HomesIsabella - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palm Desert, CA

As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Palm Desert area is the $2.06 price per square foot Villa DEste Model at Medici Apartment Homes in the in the Sun City Shadow Hills neighborhood starting from $2,101. The second greatest value Palm Desert apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Saddleback starting at $2,080 with a $2.17 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.
Medici Apartment HomesVilla DEste2BR,2BA$2.06
Saddleback2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.17
Royal PalmsAntigua2BR,2BA$2.41
Mira BellaBungalow2BR,2BA$2.28
74549 Sagebrush Dr, Unit 374549 Sagebrush Dr2BR,1BA$2.22
Mediterra Apartment HomesAugusta1BR,1BA$2.49
Vineyards at Palm Desert Apartment HomesIsabella - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$2.64
Desert Fountains at Palm DesertRoad Runner1BR,1BA$2.30
The Regent Palm Desert Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.57
Panorama Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.47

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 294 Apartments for Rent in Palm Desert, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $4,500. There are also 660 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Palm Desert ranging from $1,145 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 $1,145 to $50,000 with an average monthly rent of $11,719.

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 $2,495 to $3,840, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,395 to $35,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,500.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.