Average Rent in Palm Desert, CA
What is the average rent in Palm Desert, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Palm Desert, CA is $2,802 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 24 priced apartments in 2 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 1, 2026 through November 8, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
2 apartment buildings, 24 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Palm Desert, CAAvg Rent
$2,802/mo
median $2,758
market average
Cheapest
$1,995/mo
Vineyards at Palm Desert Apartment Homes
Properties
2
tracked daily
Units
24
available now
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 2 properties in Palm Desert, CA.
Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
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Palm Desert, CA Rent Prices
All 2 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Vineyards at Palm Desert Apartment Homes
37600 College Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211, USA
Millennium Apartments
74699 Technology Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vineyards at Palm Desert Apartment Homes 37600 College Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211, USA | $1,995 | $2,557 | $2.40/ft² | 4.2 (38) | 11 |
| 2 | Millennium Apartments 74699 Technology Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211, USA | $2,595 | $3,009 | $2.96/ft² | 4.7 (43) | 13 |
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Palm Desert, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Palm Desert, CA is $2,802 per month, based on 24 units across 2 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,995 at Vineyards at Palm Desert Apartment Homes to $3,995 at Millennium Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $2,371/mo | $1,995/mo | 11 |
| 2 Bed | $2,877/mo | $2,725/mo | 9 |
| 3 Bed | $3,819/mo | $3,465/mo | 4 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Palm Desert, CA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Palm Desert, CA averages $2,371/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $2,877/mo. At the local median household income of $79,508, that works out to 42% of gross income, a severely rent-burdened market by HUD standards.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Palm Desert, CA at $1,717/mo. The current tracked market average runs 63% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Palm Desert, CA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Palm Desert, CA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$112,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,802/mo.
Comfortable income
$134,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,995/mo), you need to earn at least $80,000/year.
Median household income in Palm Desert, CA is $79,508 , about 41% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Palm Desert, CA
Overall prices in Palm Desert, CA runs above the national average by about 7% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 107.3, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Palm Desert, CA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,802 |
| Utilities | $567 |
| Groceries | $551 |
| Transportation | $1,353 |
| Healthcare | $660 |
| Other goods and services | $1,056 |
| Estimated total | $6,988/mo |
Population
51,551
Median household income
$79,508
Census median rent
$1,717/mo
Census rent burden
34.6%
Median age
56.7
Mean commute
22 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in California
How Palm Desert, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Palm Desert, CA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $3,104 | +11% | -5% | 50 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,370 | +20% | -5.5% | 36 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,881 | +3% | +1.8% | 34 |
| EL Cajon, CA | $2,261 | -19% | -8.8% | 33 |
| Hayward, CA | $2,730 | -3% | -5.6% | 32 |
| San Francisco, CA | $5,205 | +86% | +7.5% | 32 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Palm Desert, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Palm Desert, CA is $2,802 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 24 priced apartments in 2 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Palm Desert, CA?
The median asking rent in Palm Desert, CA is $2,758 per month, computed from 24 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $2,802/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Palm Desert, CA?
The lowest available rent in Palm Desert, CA starts at $1,995 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Palm Desert, CA?
1-bedroom apartments in Palm Desert, CA average $2,371/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,995/mo across 11 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Palm Desert, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in Palm Desert, CA average $2,877/mo. Units start from $2,725/mo across 9 units currently listed.
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