Cheap Homes for Rent in Palmdale, CA from $1,200 (16 Rentals)

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property at 3033 San Miguel Dr

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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3033 San Miguel Dr

LancasterCA93535

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property at 2554 Olive Dr

$1,750 - $1,800

2 Bedroom Rentals

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2554 Olive Dr

PalmdaleCA93550

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property at 509 E Ave Q-2

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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509 E Ave Q-2, Unit B

509 E Ave Q-2
PalmdaleCA93550
property at 43356 18th St W

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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43356 18th St W

LancasterCA93534

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Palmdale, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Palmdale, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/10/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Palmdale, CA area range in price from $1,095 to $2,695 with an overall median price of $2,062. The three Palmdale neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Silver Leaf at $1,191, Madeleine Court at $1,191, and Barrel Springs at $1,095. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Palmdale Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Silver Leaf$1,900$1,19113
Madeleine Court$1,981$1,1911
Barrel Springs$1,995$1,09534
The Vineyards$1,995$1,09533
Fieldstone Siena$1,999$1,09550
Palmdale Central City$1,999$1,35028
Somerset Creek$1,999$1,35048
Daybreak in Lancaster$2,000$1,30015
Anaverde$2,695$1,35018

Cheapest Available Palmdale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Palmdale, CA is a Studio unit found at Sunrise Casitas in the Cooperstown neighborhood priced from $899. Cielo Azul in the Fieldstone Siena neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,160. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Palmdale apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sunrise CasitasStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$899
Cielo AzulOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,160
Palo VerdeOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,160
Sierra View Gardens2 X 1 (LIHTC 40%)2BR,1BA$1,236
Mountain Shadows Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,365

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palmdale, CA

As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Palmdale area is the $1.52 price per square foot 3x1.5 Model at Avalon Park Apartments in the in the Fieldstone Siena neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Palmdale apartment is the 3 bedroom Model at Cedar Ridge Apartments starting at $1,720 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Tierra Del Sol neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Palmdale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Avalon Park Apartments3x1.53BR,1.5BA$1.52
Cedar Ridge Apartments3 bedroom3BR,2BA$1.63
510 E Avenue Q2, Unit A510 E Avenue Q22BR,2BA$1.75
Sienna Heights2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.52
Shadow Springs Apartments2x2 9642BR,2BA$1.79
Carmel ApartmentsB2BR,2BA$1.86
Desert Oasis2x1.5 TH2BR,2BA$1.66
Park Circle ApartmentsPlan A1BR,1BA$1.82
Casa BonitaApartment2BR,1BA$1.88
Cielo AzulOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.23

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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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Palmdale, CA
Population: 156,667

Ranked #165

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Palmdale

What type of rentals are currently available in Palmdale?

There are currently 273 Apartments for Rent in Palmdale, CA with pricing that ranges from $899 to $4,007. There are also 82 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Palmdale ranging from $1,200 to $4,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Palmdale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Palmdale ranges from $1,200 to $4,995 with an average monthly rent of $2,942.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Palmdale?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Palmdale range from $1,363 to $3,749, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,195 to $3,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,646 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,954.

Expert Rental Resources

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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.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.