
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Thousand Palms, CA from $629 (37 Rentals)
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32567 Southern Hills Ave

33371 Tubac Trail

32545 Westchester Dr

73400 Algonquin Pl

32373 Chiricahua Dr

Vitalia

75865 Pembe Ln

75865 Pembe Ln
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74198 Storke Dr

79540 Ave 42

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78650 Avenue 42, Unit #207

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Agate at Palm Desert

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74236 Dexter St

12 Buckingham Way

41995 Cambridge Avenue
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78650 Ave 42

Royal Oaks Apartments

40215 Harris Ln

Palm Desert Palms Apartments

74213 Storke Dr

77062 Pauma Valley Way

310 Forest Hills Dr

76923 Turendot St

78294 Bovee Cir
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40880 Whirling Wind Dr
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Thousand Palms?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Thousand Palms Studio Apartments | $1,583 | $1,583 | $1,583 |
| Cheap Thousand Palms 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,982 | $629 | $2,790 |
| Cheap Thousand Palms 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,217 | $755 | $3,065 |
| Cheap Thousand Palms 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,924 | $873 | $3,995 |
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Cheapest Available Thousand Palms Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Thousand Palms, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Vitalia in the Sonrisa at Spanish Walk neighborhood priced from $629. Desert Fountains at Palm Desert in the Sonrisa at Spanish Walk neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,583. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Thousand Palms apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitalia | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $629 |
| Desert Fountains at Palm Desert | Humming Bird | Studio,1BA | $1,583 |
| 41995 Cambridge Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,685 |
| Saddleback | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Desert Oasis Apartments | The Greens | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Mira Bella | Rancho | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Medici Apartment Homes | Villa Medici | 1BR,1BA | $1,859 |
| Vineyards at Palm Desert Apartment Homes | Isabella - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Royal Palms | Antigua | 2BR,2BA | $2,195 |
| Millennium Apartments | Palm | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thousand Palms, CA
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Thousand Palms area is the $2.71 price per square foot Terrace Model at Mira Bella in the in the Sonrisa at Spanish Walk neighborhood starting from $2,645. The second greatest value Thousand Palms apartment is the Antigua Model at Royal Palms starting at $2,195 with a $2.37 price per square foot in the Sonrisa at Spanish Walk neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Thousand Palms apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mira Bella | Terrace | 2BR,2BA | $2.71 |
| Royal Palms | Antigua | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| The Enclave | Harlow | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Medici Apartment Homes | Villa Medici | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Saddleback | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Vineyards at Palm Desert Apartment Homes | Isabella | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
| Desert Fountains at Palm Desert | Road Runner | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| 41995 Cambridge Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Vitalia | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Desert Oasis Apartments | The Greens | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Thousand Palms Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Thousand Palms?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Thousand Palms is at Desert Fountains at Palm Desert listed at $1,583.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Thousand Palms Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Thousand Palms Apartment is $629 at Vitalia.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Thousand Palms Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Thousand Palms is starting from $755 at Vitalia.
What is the most affordable Thousand Palms Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Thousand Palms Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vitalia and starts from $873.
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