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Houses for Rent in Palm Desert, CA

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Houses for Rent in Palm Desert, CA. 6 Rentals Available
  • a living room with a couch and a tv
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    307 Tava Lane, Palm Desert, CA 92211
    2 BEDS $2,500

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    78650 Avenue 42 #1606, Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203
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  • a house with a driveway and a garage door
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    42758 Rachel Court, Indio, CA 92203
    4 BEDS $3,950
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    42826 Rachel Court, Indio, CA 92203
    4 BEDS $3,950
  • a house with a garage and a driveway in the desert
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    42792 Rachel Court, Indio, CA 92203
    4 BEDS $3,950
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    68795 Vista Chino, Cathedral City, CA 92234
    3 BEDS $2,999
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Palm Desert, CA rent trends

Rental prices in Palm Desert, CA have decreased by 3.35% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,287 to $2,210.

Check out the average rent prices in Palm Desert by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,741, the average rent in Palm Desert, CA is $2,210.

Average rent in Palm Desert, CA

$2,210/mo Palm Desert, CA average rental price, January 2026
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Palm Desert, CA is $2,210.

    What's the typical rent budget in Palm Desert, CA?

    About 20% of apartment rents in Palm Desert, CA range between $2,501-$3,000. Meanwhile, apartments around > $3,000 represent 2% of apartments. Around 46% of Palm Desert’s apartments are in the $2,001-$2,500 price range. 31% of apartments are priced between $1,501-$2,000.

    The largest share of rentals in Palm Desert, CA (46%) fall between $2,001-$2,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Palm Desert, CA

    69 /100
    Somewhat Walkable
    58 /100
    Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 69, Bike Score®: 58

    Frequently asked questions

    How many houses are available in Palm Desert, CA on RentCafe?

    There are 1 house rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Palm Desert, CA were last updated on 19 Feb 2026.

    What is the average size of a rental house in Palm Desert, CA?

    The average Palm Desert, CA rental house size is 991 sq. ft.

    What are the advantages of renting a house in Palm Desert, CA?

    Renting a house in Palm Desert, CA comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

    What are the downsides of renting a house apartment in Palm Desert, CA?

    Houses for rent in Palm Desert, CA are usually located in non-central areas.

    Look for houses for rent near me

    Do you want a house with a backyard, a grill area, that offers you privacy and enough space for your family? RentCafe offers you the possibility to look for a house for rent near you, to find the one that best suits your family. Browsing through our listings, you can filter by size, price, pet policy, check out the location, to find the best house in your area. Whether you are looking to move to a particular neighborhood, or a specific ZIP code, may it be for its safety, beautiful buildings, or quiet atmosphere, you can find the rental house that your whole family will enjoy.

    Your next home is out there, whether you are looking for a house for rent near you or anywhere in the U.S. Easily browse houses for rent with availability updated daily, and let's find the one that is perfect for you!

    Renting a house in Palm Desert, CA

    Some people just don’t buy into the American dream of owning your own house and sacrificing flexibility. Also, a 30-year mortgage is not the most pleasant thought to wake up with every morning. We understand. But what if you need some extra storage space? What if you like a backyard where you could throw BBQ parties and the kids could play in a safe environment? Luckily, you can forget the dreaded mortgage. Renting a house is the answer. There are 6 homes for rent in Palm Desert, CA. And it won’t necessarily cost an arm and a leg to rent the perfect home for your family. You can look into duplexes for rent too. Prices in Palm Desert, CA for rental homes start at $2,500. Or, if you don’t want your neighbors too close, you should browse some single family homes for rent, priced up to $3,950 per month.

    A rental house offers flexibility

    Your family situation will change throughout your life. Renting makes it possible to match the size of your home to your lifestyle and financial situation. And with 6 houses listed in Palm Desert, CA, with prices ranging from $2,500 to $3,950 it’s possible to find the perfect one for you, whether you’re on the lookout for cheap houses for rent or something fancy and expensive. Maybe it’s just you and your significant other at the moment sharing a charming downtown apartment. But there’s a chance that at some point in time, a third family member will show-up and suddenly that 1 bedroom apartment you were so happy with will become too small. You will realize that you’d much rather prefer the comfort of your own backyard, than all the excitement your current neighborhood provides, that you no longer have time to enjoy anyway. If you want to continue living comfortably, you may want to rent a 2 bedroom house. Or maybe your oldest son turned into a young man who’s going off to college soon. You’ll find yourself in a 4 bedroom house that is suddenly too big. You could downsize and rent a 3 bedroom home with a pool, in a much nicer area. The flexibility of renting makes it possible.

    Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!