
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Petaluma Neighborhood of Petaluma, CA from $1,800 (58 Rentals)
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Oak Creek

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The Artisan

223 Kentucky

408 Keller St

308-312 Vallejo St

15 Park Ave
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Parkhearst Estate

418-422 Upham St

Hillview Apartments

610-612 S McDowell Blvd

734-738 Judith Ct

332 Edith St

200 Walnut St

204 Bodega Ave

201-203 Howard St

400-404 K St
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231A-231B Edith St

237-239 Edith St

412 4th St

714 Keokuk St

340 Kentucky St

400 Keller St

210 5th St

9 6th St

326-328 K St

320 4th St
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312 Washington St

313 Vallejo St

433-437 Douglas St

823 G St

1825 Petaluma Blvd

400 6th St

311 Lakeville St

37 El Rose Dr

143 Howard St

407 4th St
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1396 I St

315 Baker St

212 Keokuk St

505-1/2 G St

333 Liberty St

Woodcreek Deluxe Townhomes

Theatre Square Apartments

Park West Townhouses

Waterfront Apartments

7 Howard St
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Downtown Petaluma, Petaluma, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Petaluma?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Petaluma Studio Apartments | $2,686 | $2,580 | $2,792 |
| Downtown Petaluma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,659 | $1,950 | $3,412 |
| Downtown Petaluma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,172 | $2,557 | $3,814 |
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There are currently 58 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Petaluma Neighborhood of Petaluma, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Petaluma Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Petaluma area of Petaluma, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hillview Apartments priced from $1,895. Addison Ranch Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,239. Here are the most affordable Downtown Petaluma apartments for rent in Petaluma, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillview Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Addison Ranch Apartments | 1x1 Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2,239 |
| Theatre Square Apartments | Studio (Industrial Lofts) | Studio,1BA | $2,532 |
| Altura | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,566 |
| La Via Apartments | A01A | Studio,1BA | $2,580 |
| Oak Creek | B | 2BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| The Artisan | Teak | 1BR,1BA | $2,843 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Petaluma, CA
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Petaluma area is the $3.41 price per square foot B Model at Oak Creek in the in the Greater Petaluma neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Downtown Petaluma apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Altura starting at $2,566 with a $3.37 price per square foot in the Greater Petaluma neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Petaluma apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Creek | B | 2BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| Altura | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Theatre Square Apartments | Studio (Industrial Lofts) | Studio ,1BA | $3.39 |
| The Artisan | Teak | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
| Addison Ranch Apartments | 1x1 Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Hillview Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| La Via Apartments | A01A | Studio ,1BA | $5.82 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Petaluma, Petaluma, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Petaluma Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Petaluma?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Petaluma is Hillview Apartments which is listed at $1,895, while the average apartment in Downtown Petaluma costs $3,912.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Petaluma?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in Downtown Petaluma that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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