
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rancho Mirage, CA from $700 (85 Rentals)
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69725 Encanto Ct

Rancho Mirage Villa Apartments

71641 Indian Trail Rd

70210 CA-111

RiverWalk Luxury Living

42379 Rancho Las Palmas Dr

310 Forest Hills Dr

69603 Heather Way

34073 Emily Way
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32350 Rancho Vista Dr, Unit 1

35481 Domani Dr

35481 Domani Dr

74114 Windflower Ct

74114 Windflower Ct

31305 Desert Moon Dr

The Pines Apartments

73760 Rancho Rd

Panorama Apartments

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37188 Melrose Dr, Unit 3, Unit 3
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74189 Storke Dr

37273 Bankside Dr, Unit 4, Unit 4

Palm Canyon Terrace

The Regent Palm Desert Apartment Homes

Selene Apartments

74442 Driftwood Dr, Unit 74442 driftwood, Unit 74442 driftwood

72577 Edgehill Dr, Unit 4, Unit 4

The Palms

The Enclave

44440 Acacia Dr
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Presidio Park Apartments

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37067 Bankside Dr, Unit 3, Unit 3

74443 Driftwood Dr, Unit 2, Unit 2

32400 Sky Blue Water Trail

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Canterra

Millennium Apartments

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Everleigh Palm Desert 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

326 Paseo Primavera

One Quail Place

Paseo Place
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Date Palm Vista Estates

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37219 Melrose Dr

37227 Melrose Dr

Royal Palms

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Park View Garden Apartments

Cathedral Towne Villas

Melrose Cottages

Cathedral City Courtyard
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Rancho Mirage, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rancho Mirage?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Rancho Mirage Studio Apartments | $1,797 | $1,450 | $2,145 |
| Cheap Rancho Mirage 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,169 | $750 | $2,845 |
| Cheap Rancho Mirage 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,495 | $1,795 | $3,215 |
| Cheap Rancho Mirage 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,276 | $1,999 | $4,305 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rancho Mirage, CA
Pricing Updated: 04/28/2026Current apartment rentals in the Rancho Mirage, 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 Rancho Mirage Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thunderbird | $2,145 | $1,595 | 5 |
Cheapest Available Rancho Mirage Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rancho Mirage, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Pines Apartments in the Thunderbird neighborhood priced from $1,495. Palm Canyon Terrace in the Cathedral Canyon neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rancho Mirage apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pines Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Palm Canyon Terrace | Plan A | 2BR,2BA | $1,795 |
| 73600 San Gorgonio Way | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| The Regent Palm Desert Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,830 |
| Selene Apartments | Two Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,850 |
| The Palms | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,875 |
| Presidio Park Apartments | 2x2 A | 2BR,2BA | $1,955 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho Mirage, CA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rancho Mirage area is the $1.86 price per square foot Three Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Selene Apartments in the in the Outlying Palm Springs neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Rancho Mirage apartment is the 74442 Driftwood Dr Model at 74442 Driftwood Dr, Unit 74442 driftwood starting at $1,850 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Eldorado Golf Club Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rancho Mirage apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selene Apartments | Three Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| 74442 Driftwood Dr, Unit 74442 driftwood | 74442 Driftwood Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| The Enclave | Gable | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| The Palms | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| 74443 Driftwood Dr, Unit 2 | 74443 Driftwood Dr | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
| 37067 Bankside Dr, Unit 3 | 37067 Bankside Dr | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Presidio Park Apartments | 2x2 A | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| 72502 Edgehill Dr, Unit Unit #1 | 72502 Edgehill Dr | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Palm Canyon Terrace | Plan A | 2BR,2BA | $2.23 |
| The Pines Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rancho Mirage Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho Mirage Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho Mirage Apartment is $1,495 at The Pines Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rancho Mirage Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rancho Mirage is starting from $1,795 at Palm Canyon Terrace.
What is the most affordable Rancho Mirage Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Rancho Mirage Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Selene Apartments and starts from $2,600.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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