Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Palm Springs Neighborhood of Palm Springs, CA from $800 (12 Rentals)

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Tennis Court Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tennis Court Apartments

1400 E Palm Canyon DrPalm Springs, CA 92264
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351 E Cottonwood Rd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

351 E Cottonwood Rd

351 E Cottonwood RdPalm Springs, CA 92262

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Continental Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Continental Gardens

300 N Sunrise WayPalm Springs, CA 92262
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514 E Calle Roca
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

514 E Calle Roca

514 E Calle RocaPalm Springs, CA 92264
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Thornhill Apartment Homes
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Thornhill Apartment Homes

620-654 S Thornhill RdPalm Springs, CA 92264
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Gallery Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gallery Apartments

1488 E Ramon RdPalm Springs, CA 92264
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Downtown Palm Springs, Palm Springs, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Palm Springs Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Palm Springs area of Palm Springs, CA is a Studio unit found at San Jacinto Village Apartments priced from $1,450. The Modern Cactus has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable Downtown Palm Springs apartments for rent in Palm Springs, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
San Jacinto Village ApartmentsGrand Studio with full size k+bathStudio,1BA$1,450
The Modern CactusStudioStudio,1BA$1,450
The Float1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,495
Mojave BlueOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,580
Sage Courtyard1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Palm Springs, CA

As of January 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Palm Springs area is the $1.88 price per square foot 2 Bed Room Model at South Palm Springs Desert Resort in the in the South Palm Springs neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Downtown Palm Springs apartment is the Plan C Model at San Jacinto Racquet Club starting at $1,990 with a $1.84 price per square foot in the Deepwell Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Palm Springs apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
South Palm Springs Desert Resort2 Bed Room2BR,1BA$1.88
San Jacinto Racquet ClubPlan C2BR,2BA$1.84
Park ApartmentsThe Scarlet2BR,2BA$1.94
Villa Boutique Apartment HomesPlan 22BR,2BA$2.46
Desert Boutique Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.21
100 W Via Olivera100 W Via Olivera1BR,1BA$1.63
Sage Courtyard1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.14
San Jacinto Village Apartments1 bdrm1BR,1BA$2.21
Mojave BlueOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.23
Tahquitz Court1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.34

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Palm Springs Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Palm Springs?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Palm Springs is under $1,750.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Palm Springs?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Palm Springs is The Float which is listed at $1,495, while the average apartment in Downtown Palm Springs costs $2,415.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Palm Springs?

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 7 regular apartments in Downtown Palm Springs 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 Downtown Palm Springs?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Palm Springs have an average cost of $646 which is $1,769 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Palm Springs.

Expert Rental Resources

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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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!