Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on September 13, 2026
Average rent in
Palm Springs, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on September 13, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Palm Springs, CA rent fell 14.6% year over year, with a current median of $2,500/month. Renters today are paying $556 less per month on average than last year, continuing a downward trend from the peak of $3,200/month in early 2025.
Compared to national trends
Palm Springs runs roughly 1.3× the $1,900/month national median, placing it in the pricier tier of rental markets. The city offers 247 total rentals, making it a smaller but distinct market.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Palm Springs rent for about $1,295/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,650/month, and 2-bedrooms for $2,485/month, with larger units reaching $6,500/month. The bedroom tiers reflect a wide range of rental options for different household sizes, with 4+ bedroom units commanding the highest rents.
Neighborhood spotlight
Historic Tennis Club rents dropped 82.1% year over year to $2,500/month across 24 rentals, contrasting with the citywide decline of 14.6%. Indian Canyons and The Mesa also saw steep declines of 72.5% and 70.0%, respectively, showing significant local variation.
Median rent
Median rent in Palm Springs
$2,499/mo
15%vs previous year
The average rent in Palm Springs is $2,499 per month as of September 2026. This is 32% above the national average rent, or $599 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Palm Springs
247
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Palm Springs rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Palm Springs, CA
Average rent prices in Palm Springs have decreased by 4% over the last month and have decreased by 15% 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
Palm Springs, CA
Rent prices in Palm Springs vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Palm Springs is $1,780, whereas a house costs $4,500. 1-bedroom apartments in Palm Springs run $1,600 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,995.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,295 | 3% | 5% | |
1 bedroom | $1,650 | 2% |  1% | |
2 bedroom | $2,485 | 2% | 7% | |
3 bedroom | $4,000 | 2% | 10% | |
4 bedroom | $6,500 | 1% | 4% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Baristo | $2,447 | |
Chino Canyon | $2,975 | |
Demuth Park West | $1,750 | |
Downtown Palm Springs | $2,600 | |
Old Las Palmas | $3,000 | |
Racquet Club Estates | $3,842 | |
Racquet Club West | $1,647 | |
Taquitz Canyon River Estates | $2,250 | |
Uptown Palm Springs | $2,300 | |
Warm Sands | $1,925 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,780 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $2,350 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $4,500 | 2% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,295
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
5%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,650
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,485
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
7%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$4,000
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
10%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$6,500
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
4%
Demuth Park West
Average rent
$1,750
Baristo
Average rent
$2,447
Racquet Club West
Average rent
$1,647
Warm Sands
Average rent
$1,925
Uptown Palm Springs
Average rent
$2,300
Downtown Palm Springs
Average rent
$2,600
Taquitz Canyon River Estates
Average rent
$2,250
Racquet Club Estates
Average rent
$3,842
Chino Canyon
Average rent
$2,975
Old Las Palmas
Average rent
$3,000
Apartments
Average rent
$1,780
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$2,350
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$4,500
Last 30 days
2%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Palm Springs, 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 Palm Springs, CA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Palm Springs and Bermuda Dunes by all bedroom counts and property types.
Palm Springs
32%higher than the national median
37%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Palm Springs, CA is 4% lower than the median rent in Bermuda Dunes, CA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,600
11%$1,800
112%$3,300
2%$1,800
1%$1,600
22%$7,900
7%$6,000
7%$1,872
1%$3,800
9%$4,900
11%$3,562
92%$1,850
4%Cost of living in Palm Springs, CA
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 14% higher |
| Groceries | 17% higher |
| Health | 3% lower |
| Housing | 46% higher |
| Transportation | 16% higher |
| Utilities | 10% higher |
Discover rentals in Palm Springs, CA
15h ago
Verified
2900 E Ramon Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92264
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,649–$1,900
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Demuth Park West condo for rent in Palm Springs
2 beds
1 bath
$1,550
Condo for rent
Available Aug 27
1d ago
1889 N Cerritos Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,600–$1,785
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Desert Highland - Gateway Estates apartment for rent in Palm Springs
343 W Tramview Rd #1, Palm Springs, CA 92262
2 beds
1 bath
$1,600
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 12
5d+ ago
El Mirador house for rent in Palm Springs
524 E Miraleste Ct, Palm Springs, CA 92262
5 beds
6 baths
$30,000
House for rent
1d ago
Vista Las Palmas house for rent in Palm Springs
786 N High Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262
3 beds
2 baths
$21,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Deepwell Estates house for rent in Palm Springs
1060 S Paseo De Marcia, Palm Springs, CA 92264
4 beds
4.5 baths
$20,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Palm Springs
1650 Avenida Sevilla, Palm Springs, CA 92264
5 beds
5 baths
$20,000
House for rent
15h ago
Verified
2900 E Ramon Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92264
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,649–$1,900
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
2890 E Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,699–$2,625
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
311 S Sunrise Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,550–$2,350
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1889 N Cerritos Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,600–$1,785
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
2890 E Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,699–$2,625
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1854 N Mira Loma Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
2 beds
2 baths
$2,700
House for rent
Available Oct 1
15h ago
Verified
2900 E Ramon Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92264
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,649–$1,900
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
311 S Sunrise Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,550–$2,350
Apartment for rent
15h ago
Verified
2900 E Ramon Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92264
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,649–$1,900
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
2890 E Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,699–$2,625
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
311 S Sunrise Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,550–$2,350
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
277 E Alejo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262
2 beds
2 baths
$3,200
Condo for rent
Available Sep 6
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Frequently asked questions for Palm Springs, CA
Quick answers to common questions about the Palm Springs rental market.
How much is rent in Palm Springs?
The average rent in Palm Springs is $2,499 per month as of September 12, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Palm Springs?
Average rent prices in Palm Springs have decreased by 4% over the last month and have decreased by 15% since last year.
How does Palm Springs rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Palm Springs is 32% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $599 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Palm Springs?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Palm Springs are Racquet Club West ($1,647/mo), Demuth Park West ($1,750/mo), and Warm Sands ($1,925/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Palm Springs?
To comfortably afford rent in Palm Springs, you'd need to earn approximately $100,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Palm Springs?
Summer moves offer the best savings in Palm Springs, with July seeing the lowest rents of the year. Prices run about 20% higher in January compared to July, making summer months ideal for budget-conscious apartment hunting.
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).