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Highlights
- New appliances and paint
- Great views
Location
291 E Mel Ave #342, Palm Springs, CA 92262, USA|Uptown Palm Springs
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Property Overview
Freshly updated with new appliances and paint, this home also offers great views that add to its appeal. Its clean, refreshed feel and scenic setting create a balanced mix of comfort and visual charm.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Less expensive
- Middle school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 291 E Mel Ave #342, Uptown Palm Springs
Features
| 2 Floors | Balcony |
| Central Air |
Grounds
| 2 Parking Spaces | Outdoor Space |
| Swimming Pool |
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About 291 E Mel Ave #342
Property Status: Active Now available is one of the best views within Rancho El Mirador!! This unit is a 2 Bedroom 2 Bath, Upper unit condo in picturesque Rancho El Mirador in Palm Springs. Property has been recently updated with new appliances and paint. Now ready for occupancy. Great views from living area and front balcony. Walking distance to hospital, Palm Canyon, restaurants and shopping. Tennis court, pool and spa located within the development courtyard. Rancho El Mirador is a great development, and units receive a good amount of response from applicants. Credit, income and only1 small dog allowed (no cats) are the application criteria Rent Spree App. Link - Office Phone: (760) 574-2299 Copyright © 2026 California Desert Association of REALTORS®. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 291 East Mel Avenue, Palm Springs, CA 92262, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
Address details
| Neighborhood | Uptown Palm Springs |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 92262 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Uptown Palm Springs
2-bedroom apartments at 291 E Mel Ave #342 cost about 8% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Palm Springs.
Median rents as of Sep 5 2026.
Uptown Palm Springs
Palm Springs
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $2,545 |
| October 2024 | $2,483 |
| November 2024 | $2,480 |
| December 2024 | $2,597 |
| January 2025 | $2,597 |
| February 2025 | $2,548 |
| March 2025 | $2,573 |
| April 2025 | $2,534 |
| May 2025 | $2,520 |
| June 2025 | $2,575 |
| July 2025 | $2,567 |
| August 2025 | $2,663 |
| September 2025 | $2,732 |
| October 2025 | $2,717 |
| November 2025 | $2,799 |
| December 2025 | $2,818 |
| January 2026 | $2,680 |
| February 2026 | $2,632 |
| March 2026 | $2,656 |
| April 2026 | $2,817 |
| May 2026 | $2,608 |
| June 2026 | $2,652 |
| July 2026 | $2,518 |
| August 2026 | $2,577 |
| September 2026 | $2,500 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | $1,850 |
| February 2025 | $1,835 |
| March 2025 | $1,695 |
| April 2025 | $1,770 |
| May 2025 | $1,930 |
| June 2025 | $1,520 |
| July 2025 | $1,485 |
| November 2025 | $3,600 |
| December 2025 | $3,600 |
| January 2026 | $2,200 |
| February 2026 | $2,075 |
| March 2026 | $1,910 |
| April 2026 | $1,895 |
| May 2026 | $1,850 |
| June 2026 | $1,889 |
| July 2026 | $1,957 |
| August 2026 | $1,920 |
| September 2026 | $1,850 |
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Can I afford to live at 291 E Mel Ave #342?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$79,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $79,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,995.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 months ago | $2,100 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 3 months ago | $1,850 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 4 months ago | $1,850 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 5 months ago | $1,895 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 7 months ago | $2,200 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 8 months ago | $1,950 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 8 months ago | $1,950 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 8 months ago | $2,200 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,375 | 2 bed | 2 bath |
Schools near 291 E Mel Ave #342
Katherine Finchy Elementary School
777 e tachevah dr
palm springs, CA, 92262
K-5Public
B
Desert Learning Academy
2248 e ramon rd
palm springs, CA, 92264
K-12Public
B-
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Getting around Palm Springs near 291 E Mel Ave #342
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 291 E Mel Ave #342, Palm Springs
Groceries
5/10
Variety of groceries within a short drive
Shopping
7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
4/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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