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Last updated on September 25, 2026
Average rent in
La Quinta, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on September 25, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where La Quinta rent stands today
La Quinta, CA rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $6,000/month. Renters are paying roughly the same as last year, following a peak of $6,825/month in March 2025 and a trough of $6,000/month in September 2024.
Compared to national trends
La Quinta runs roughly 3.2× the $1,900/month national median, placing it among the priciest rental markets in the country.
Price ranges
One-bedroom units rent around $1,970/month, two-bedrooms around $4,000/month, three-bedrooms match the city median at $6,000/month, and four-plus bedrooms reach $12,000/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
The 4+ bedroom segment increased by 20.0% year over year, diverging from the flat citywide trend. This rise indicates growing demand for larger units in La Quinta, CA.
Median rent
Median rent in La Quinta
$6,000/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in La Quinta is $6,000 per month as of September 2026. This is 216% above the national average rent, or $4,100 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in La Quinta
340
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of La Quinta rentals at each price point
Rent trends in La Quinta, CA
Average rent prices in La Quinta have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
La Quinta, CA
Rent prices in La Quinta vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in La Quinta is $2,184, whereas a house costs $7,000. 1-bedroom apartments in La Quinta run $1,972 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,350.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 bedroom | $1,970 |  4% |  10% | |
2 bedroom | $4,000 | 1% | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $6,000 | No Change | 6% | |
4 bedroom | $12,000 | 1% | 12% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Desert Club | $9,300 | |
Pga West | $6,000 | |
Santa Carmelita At Vale La Quinta | $4,000 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,184 | 6% | No Change | |
Condos | $4,400 | 3% | No Change | |
Houses | $7,000 | No Change | No Change |
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,970
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
10%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$4,000
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
No Change
3 bedroom
Average rent
$6,000
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
6%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$12,000
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
12%
Pga West
Average rent
$6,000
Santa Carmelita At Vale La Quinta
Average rent
$4,000
Desert Club
Average rent
$9,300
Apartments
Average rent
$2,184
Last 30 days
6%
Condos
Average rent
$4,400
Last 30 days
3%
Houses
Average rent
$7,000
Last 30 days
No Change
The table above reflects average rent prices in La Quinta, CA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in La Quinta, CA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in La Quinta and Bermuda Dunes by all bedroom counts and property types.
La Quinta
216%higher than the national median
42%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in La Quinta, CA is 123% higher than the median rent in Bermuda Dunes, CA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
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15%$3,300
1%$2,497
29%$2,590
9%$7,950
9%$3,500
7%$3,950
10%$2,499
12%$4,950
10%$3,195
2%$1,600
5%$3,500
164%Discover rentals in La Quinta, CA
4d ago
Santa Carmelita at Vale La Quinta apartment for rent in La Quinta
77835 Calle Tampico Apt 2 #2, La Quinta, CA 92253
2 beds
1 bath
$1,900
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in La Quinta
78149 Indigo Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253
1 bed
0.5 baths
$1,900
Condo for rent
2d ago
80175 Avenue 52, La Quinta, CA 92253
2 beds
2 baths
$2,062–$2,587
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in La Quinta
2 beds
2 baths
$2,070
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in La Quinta
53360 Del Gato Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253
3 beds
3.5 baths
$37,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in La Quinta
53240 Del Gato Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253
4 beds
4.5 baths
$35,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in La Quinta
80345 Via Pontito, La Quinta, CA 92253
3 beds
3.5 baths
$30,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in La Quinta
81665 Chant Ct, La Quinta, CA 92253
4 beds
4.5 baths
$29,500
House for rent
2d ago
80175 Avenue 52, La Quinta, CA 92253
2 beds
2 baths
$2,062–$2,587
Price drop
Apartment for rent
8h ago
House for rent in La Quinta
78615 Bottlebrush Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253
3 beds
2 baths
$2,166
House for rent
Available Sep 30
13h ago
43100 Palm Royale Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,995–$2,860
Apartment for rent
2d ago
House for rent in La Quinta
79780 Mira Flores Blvd, La Quinta, CA 92253
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,300
House for rent
Available Oct 7
5d+ ago
House for rent in La Quinta
60440 Juniper Ln, La Quinta, CA 92253
3 beds
3 baths
$6,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in La Quinta
81887 Via Encinitas, La Quinta, CA 92253
3 beds
2.5 baths
$5,000
House for rent
2d ago
80175 Avenue 52, La Quinta, CA 92253
2 beds
2 baths
$2,062–$2,587
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in La Quinta
78870 Citrus, La Quinta, CA 92253
4 beds
4.5 baths
$11,000
House for rent
2d ago
80175 Avenue 52, La Quinta, CA 92253
2 beds
2 baths
$2,062–$2,587
Price drop
Apartment for rent
13h ago
43100 Palm Royale Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,995–$2,860
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Santa Carmelita at Vale La Quinta apartment for rent in La Quinta
77835 Calle Tampico Apt 2 #2, La Quinta, CA 92253
2 beds
1 bath
$1,900
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
4d ago
Condo for rent in La Quinta
78025 Lago Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253
3 beds
2.5 baths
$12,000
$11,000
Price drop
Condo for rent
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Frequently asked questions for La Quinta, CA
Quick answers to common questions about the La Quinta rental market.
How much is rent in La Quinta?
The average rent in La Quinta is $6,000 per month as of September 19, 2026.
Is rent up or down in La Quinta?
Average rent prices in La Quinta have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does La Quinta rent compare to the national average?
Rent in La Quinta is 216% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $4,100 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in La Quinta?
The most affordable neighborhoods in La Quinta are Santa Carmelita At Vale La Quinta ($4,000/mo), Pga West ($6,000/mo), and Desert Club ($9,300/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in La Quinta?
To comfortably afford rent in La Quinta, you'd need to earn approximately $240,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in La Quinta?
August offers the lowest rents in La Quinta, with approximately 20% savings compared to February's peak prices. December also provides less competitive conditions with lower demand, making late summer through winter potentially better for finding deals.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).