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79400 Ave 42, Unit B, Unit B

79400 Ave 42
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Thousand Palms, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Thousand Palms Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Thousand Palms, CA is a Studio unit found at Desert Fountains at Palm Desert in the Sonrisa at Spanish Walk neighborhood priced from $1,583. Royal Palms in the Sonrisa at Spanish Walk neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Thousand Palms apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Desert Fountains at Palm DesertHumming BirdStudio,1BA$1,583
Royal PalmsAruba1BR,1BA$1,695
Desert Oasis ApartmentsThe Greens1BR,1BA$1,699
Medici Apartment HomesVilla Medici1BR,1BA$1,783
Mira BellaRancho1BR,1BA$1,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thousand Palms, CA

As of April 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Thousand Palms area is the $2.16 price per square foot 79380 Avenue 42 Model at 79380 Avenue 42, Unit 1 in the in the Sun City Shadow Hills neighborhood starting from $2,595. The second greatest value Thousand Palms apartment is the Brava Model at Mediterra Apartment Homes starting at $2,295 with a $2.11 price per square foot in the Sun City Shadow Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Thousand Palms apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
79380 Avenue 42, Unit 179380 Avenue 423BR,1BA$2.16
Mediterra Apartment HomesBrava2BR,2BA$2.11
Saddleback2 Bedroom Dual Suites2BR,2BA$2.17
Royal PalmsAntigua2BR,2BA$2.35
Mira BellaGarden Villa2BR,2BA$2.32
The EnclaveHarlow1BR,1BA$2.40
Medici Apartment HomesVilla Medici1BR,1BA$2.17
Vineyards at Palm Desert Apartment HomesIsabella1BR,1BA$3.12
Desert Fountains at Palm DesertRoad Runner1BR,1BA$2.30
Desert Oasis ApartmentsThe Greens1BR,1BA$3.18

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Frequently Asked Questions about Thousand Palms

What type of rentals are currently available in Thousand Palms?

There are currently 67 Apartments for Rent in Thousand Palms, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,450 to $4,305. There are also 247 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Thousand Palms ranging from $1,095 to $50,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Thousand Palms?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Thousand Palms ranges from $1,095 to $50,000 with an average monthly rent of $12,083.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Thousand Palms?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Thousand Palms range from $2,495 to $4,305, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,499 to $14,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,275.

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