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700 N Riverside Dr

La Ventana Apartments

San Jacinto Village Apartments

5300 E Waverly Dr, Unit N5206

540 S Mountain View Dr

2875 N Los Felices Rd, Unit 202

Latitude 33

The Modern Cactus

521 El Placer Rd, Unit 1
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Mojave Blue

2857 N Los Felices Rd

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29Hundred Apartments

420 N Villa Ct, Unit 420 N Villa Ct 100

4444 E Sunny Dunes Rd

579 Highland Dr

Sage Courtyard

Tahquitz Court

2801 N Los Felices Cir E, Unit 102
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550 El Cielo Rd, Unit 15

550 El Cielo Rd, Unit 3

5300 E Waverly Dr, Unit J8

420 N Villa Ct, Unit 200

400 N Sunrise Way, Unit 139

Palm Canyon Terrace

Park Apartments

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133 Ocotillo Ave, Unit 1

Cielo at Palm Springs

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Canyon Villas Place
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851 E Chuckwalla Rd

1655 E Palm Canyon Dr

San Jacinto Racquet Club

3760 E Calle De Carlos

Desert Boutique Apartment Homes

Villa Boutique Apartment Homes

2825 N Los Felices Rd, Unit 203

400 N Sunrise Way, Unit Sunrise Way #256

Palos Verdes Villas

5301 E Waverly Dr, Unit 140
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3760 El Dorado Blvd, Unit 3760

2784 N Junipero Ave

641 North Palm Canyon Drive

351 E Cottonwood Rd

Thornhill Amapola Apartment Homes

Canyon Villas

Continental Gardens

587 El Placer Rd

Calle de Ricardo

Las Montanas Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Palm Springs?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Palm Springs Studio Apartments | $1,630 | $1,365 | $2,314 |
| Cheap Palm Springs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,882 | $1,495 | $3,010 |
| Cheap Palm Springs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,141 | $1,800 | $4,374 |
| Cheap Palm Springs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,422 | $2,100 | $3,295 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Palm Springs, CA
Pricing Updated: 09/10/2026Current apartment rentals in the Palm Springs, CA area range in price from $1,365 to $4,374 with an overall median price of $1,959. The three Palm Springs neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Demuth Park West at $1,650, Taquitz Canyon River Estates at $1,700, and El Rancho Vista Estates at $1,899. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Palm Springs Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Demuth Park West | $1,650 | $1,495 | 4 |
| Taquitz Canyon River Estates | $1,700 | $1,365 | 3 |
| El Rancho Vista Estates | $1,899 | $1,495 | 54 |
| K. Hovnanian's® Four Seasons at Palm Springs | $1,899 | $1,550 | 37 |
| The Movie Colony | $1,900 | $1,365 | 59 |
| Ruth Hardy Park | $1,920 | $1,365 | 59 |
| Sunrise Vista Chino | $1,920 | $1,495 | 58 |
| El Mirador | $1,950 | $1,950 | 1 |
| Old Las Palmas | $1,950 | $1,365 | 43 |
| Sunmor | $1,950 | $1,365 | 78 |
Cheapest Available Palm Springs Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Palm Springs, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1900 E Baristo Rd in the K. Hovnanian's® Four Seasons at Palm Springs neighborhood priced from $1,295. La Ventana Apartments in the Deepwell Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,379. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Palm Springs apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1900 E Baristo Rd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| La Ventana Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,379 |
| San Jacinto Village Apartments | Grand Studio with full size k+bath | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Highland | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| 540 S Mountain View Dr | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Latitude 33 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
| The Modern Cactus | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Mojave Blue | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| The Float | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| 1400 E. Palm Canyon Dr. | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palm Springs, CA
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Palm Springs area is the $1.60 price per square foot 1 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Canyon Villas Place in the in the Deepwell Estates neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Palm Springs apartment is the Furnished 3 bedroom Model at The Junipero Palm Springs starting at $2,195 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Old Las Palmas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Palm Springs apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon Villas Place | 1 Bedroom 2 Bath | 1BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| The Junipero Palm Springs | Furnished 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 3760 El Dorado Blvd, Unit 3760 | 3760 El Dorado Blvd | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 33220 Wishing Well Trl, Unit #B | 33220 Wishing Well Trl | 3BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Presidio Park Apartments | 2x2 B | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| Park Apartments | The Desert Rose | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| Palm Springs View Apartments | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.95 |
| Palm Canyon Terrace | Plan A | 2BR,2BA | $2.23 |
| 1400 E. Palm Canyon Dr. | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Mojave Blue | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
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Palm Springs Overview
Palm Springs is a beautiful resort town in Coachella Valley in Southern California. Its unique architecture and frequent visits from Hollywood stars have brought it global attention, making Palm Springs apartments exciting places to live. Its reliance on tourism ensures that there is always something going on in Palm Springs—you’ll never get bored here!
Why live in Palm Springs, CA?
With the weather the way it is, living in apartments in Palm Springs would be a bit like living in a permanent vacation—as long as you can take the heat, that is. But besides the weather that transformed this city into a resort town, there’s a lot that makes Palm Springs unique. For instance, it’s ahead of the times, it boasts one of the highest concentrations of same-sex couples in the US. And because of the mid-century modern architecture movement, the sights will never get old since many of the buildings around town are incredibly interesting and unique.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Palm Springs Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Palm Springs?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Palm Springs is at San Jacinto Village Apartments listed at $1,450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Palm Springs Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Palm Springs Apartment is $1,295 at 1900 E Baristo Rd.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Palm Springs Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Palm Springs is starting from $1,660 at Palm Springs View Apartments.
What is the most affordable Palm Springs Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Palm Springs Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Junipero Palm Springs and starts from $2,195.
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