Average Rent in Indian Wells, CA

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Current Versus Historical Indian Wells, CA Rents

Indian Wells rentals average $2,600 for a 1-bedroom rental to $18,000 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $8,500, or roughly $41 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $0 (0.00%) year-over-year from $1,695 to $1,695. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $367 (-12.36%) year-over-year from $2,967 to $2,600. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $2,067 (45.59%) year-over-year from $4,533 to $6,600. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $2,483 (-22.61%) year-over-year from $10,983 to $8,500. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $5,900 (48.76%) year-over-year from $12,100 to $18,000. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.
Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 0.00% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 6.85% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 7.32% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 18.60% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 43.62% this month.
Beds
Price / Sqft
Oct 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR $39.58 $2,600 $2,967 (-12.36%) $2,800 (-7.14%)
2 BR $39.54 $6,600 $4,533 (45.59%) $3,197 (106.43%)
3 BR $40.65 $8,500 $10,983 (-22.61%) $3,500 (142.88%)
4+ BR $53.28 $18,000 $12,100 (48.76%) $13,000 (38.46%)

Historical Rents in Indian Wells, CA

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1 Bed
2 Bed
3 Bed
4 Bed

Top Cities Near Indian Wells

There are a total of 5 cities nearby Indian Wells. The average rent in Indian Wells is currently $4,500 per month. A total of 5 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Desert Palms, CA, with an average rent of $3,900, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Indian Wells, CA is Rancho Mirage, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $6,500 per month.

Let's compare Indian Wells, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 4.81% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Indian Wells, CA are about 41.29% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 41.18% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 5 cities near Indian Wells, CA in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Desert Palms, CA $1,250 $2,475 $3,750 $3,900
Indio, CA $1,500 $1,500 $3,875 $4,000
Palm Desert, CA $1,300 $1,695 $4,000 $4,500
La Quinta, CA $2,250 $2,500 $3,700 $6,500
Rancho Mirage, CA N/A $3,300 $4,500 $6,500

Top Neighborhoods Near Indian Wells

There are a total of 1 neighborhoods in or near Indian Wells. One neighborhood in the area is Santa Carmelita at Vale La Quinta. We've included all of these top 1 neighborhoods in or near Indian Wells, CA in the following table.

The average rent for these 1 neighborhoods in or near Indian Wells, CA is currently around $3,850 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Indian Wells's average rent, which is actually $8,500. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Indian Wells, Santa Carmelita at Vale La Quinta has the most affordable average rent at $3,850 per month. Whereas, at $3,850 average rent per month, Santa Carmelita at Vale La Quinta is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Indian Wells. View the following table for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Santa Carmelita at Vale La Quinta, La Quinta, CA N/A $5,500 $2,095 $3,850

Top Counties Near Indian Wells



County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All

Top Zipcodes Near Indian Wells

There are a total of 2 zipcodes in or near Indian Wells, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $4,000. A total of 2 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 92234, Cathedral City, CA at $3,800 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $4,200 per month is 92201, Indio, CA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $699. That's at least $17 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Indian Wells, CA is $1,748 per month. Or in other words, $38 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $3,750 per month. Which comes out to $34 per sqft. The following table includes the top 2 zipcodes in Indian Wells, CA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
92201, Indio, CA N/A $1,800 $3,500 $4,200
92234, Cathedral City, CA $1,398 $1,695 $4,000 $3,800

Frequently Asked Questions - Indian Wells Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Indian Wells, CA?
The average monthly rental price for Indian Wells, CA apartments for rent is approximately $8,500. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do Indian Wells, CA rent prices drop in winter?
Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in Indian Wells, CA.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in Indian Wells, CA?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,600 and an average price per square feet of $39.58. There are a total of 4 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Indian Wells.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in Indian Wells, CA?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $6,600 and an average price per square feet of $39.54. There are a total of 10 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Indian Wells.
How have rent prices in Indian Wells, CA changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in Indian Wells, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.00%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.12%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.46%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.23% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in Indian Wells, CA?
A reasonable rent price in Indian Wells, CA is around $6,800/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.