
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Palm Springs Neighborhood of Palm Springs, CA from $800 (60 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Palm Springs area of Palm Springs.


2356 N Blando Rd

San Jacinto Village Apartments

439 Village Square W

Latitude 33

The Modern Cactus

1674 Vía Salida

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Mojave Blue

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525 E Cottonwood Rd, Unit Furnished 1 Bdm PSCentral

400 N Sunrise Way, Unit # 150
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Sage Courtyard

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29Hundred Apartments

Palos Verdes Villas

Park Apartments

Cielo at Palm Springs

Tahquitz Court

1655 E Palm Canyon Dr

San Jacinto Racquet Club

Furnished Studio-Palm Springs - Airport

500 E Amado Rd, Unit 405
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Desert Boutique Apartment Homes

1150 E Amado Rd, Unit 18B2

Villa Boutique Apartment Homes

641 North Palm Canyon Drive

351 E Cottonwood Rd

Thornhill Amapola Apartment Homes

Continental Gardens

134 Fondulac St

Las Montanas Apartments

1900 E Baristo Rd
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The Cornerstone Apartments

514 E Calle Roca

Thornhill Apartment Homes

Gallery Apartments

277 E Alejo Rd

Ocotillo Apartments

Twin Palms Apartments

464 S. Calle Encilia

The Float

1400 E. Palm Canyon Dr.
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400 N Sunrise Way

685 E Vista Chino, Unit 5

1655 E Palm Canyon Dr

Cameo Villa

285 S Saturmino Dr

1150 E Amado Rd

1955 N Vía Miraleste

291 E Mel Ave

351 N Hermosa Dr

2023 N Vía Miraleste
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Downtown Palm Springs, Palm Springs, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Palm Springs?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Palm Springs Studio Apartments | $1,609 | $1,450 | $1,979 |
| Downtown Palm Springs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,897 | $1,550 | $3,010 |
| Downtown Palm Springs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,167 | $1,800 | $4,374 |
| Downtown Palm Springs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,591 | $2,575 | $2,625 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at 1900 E Baristo Rd priced from $1,295. La Ventana Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,349. Here are the most affordable Downtown Palm Springs apartments for rent in Palm Springs, CA:
| 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 Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,349 |
| San Jacinto Village Apartments | Grand Studio with full size k+bath | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| 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 |
| Sage Courtyard | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Palm Springs, CA
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Palm Springs area is the $1.94 price per square foot The Desert Rose Model at Park Apartments in the in the South Palm Springs neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Downtown Palm Springs apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Desert Boutique Apartment Homes starting at $2,050 with a $2.10 price per square foot in the South Palm Springs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Palm Springs apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Apartments | The Desert Rose | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| Desert Boutique Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| Tahquitz Court | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.20 |
| San Jacinto Racquet Club | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 1400 E. Palm Canyon Dr. | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 1655 E Palm Canyon Dr | 1655 E Palm Canyon Dr | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Sage Courtyard | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| San Jacinto Village Apartments | 1 bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Mojave Blue | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Palos Verdes Villas | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Palm Springs, Palm Springs, CA
Katherine Finchy Elementary
Desert Learning Academy
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Palm Springs Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Palm Springs?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Palm Springs is at San Jacinto Village Apartments listed at $1,450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Palm Springs Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Palm Springs Apartment is $1,295 at 1900 E Baristo Rd.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Palm Springs Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Palm Springs is starting from $1,650 at La Ventana Apartments.
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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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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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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.