Desert Heights
1801 E Rimrock Rd,
Barstow, CA 92311
$1,510 - $1,610
1-2 Beds
Located midway between Los Angeles and Las Vegas, Barstow sits in the western side of the Mojave Desert at the entrance to the Mojave National Preserve. Barstow serves as a major transportation center for the Inland Empire, with I-15, I-40, Route 58, and U.S. 66 all converging in town.
Barstow offers residents a small-town atmosphere with a wide variety of attractions. History lives in Barstow’s diverse museums, including the Route 66 Mother Road Museum, Western America Railroad Museum, Mojave River Valley Museum, and the Desert Discovery Center. Retail delights are plentiful at the vast Outlets at Barstow. Outdoor recreation abounds at several local parks in addition the nearby San Bernardino National Forest, Joshua Tree National Park, and the Mojave National Preserve.
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Barstow, CA is $606 for a studio, $944 for one bedroom, $1,253 for two bedrooms, and $1,458 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Barstow has increased by 2.2% in the past year.
Car-Dependent
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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Minimal Transit
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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Somewhat Bikeable
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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Public
Grades 5-8
396 Students
Public
Grades K-6
605 Students
Public
Grades K-6
571 Students
Public
Grades K-6
539 Students
Public
Grades K-6
477 Students
Public
Grades 5-8
396 Students
Public
Grades 7-8
742 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,584 Students
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