Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Petaluma Neighborhood of Petaluma, CA from $1,800 (14 Rentals)

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East Petaluma, Petaluma, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Petaluma Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Petaluma area of Petaluma, CA is a Studio unit found at Marina Crossing Apartments priced from $2,038. Theatre Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,186. Here are the most affordable East Petaluma apartments for rent in Petaluma, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Marina Crossing ApartmentsS1 - StudioStudio,1BA$2,038
Theatre Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath (Urban Flats)1BR,1BA$2,186
The Haven at Deer Creek1A.21BR,1BA$2,310
La Via ApartmentsA01AStudio,1BA$2,373
The Grove Luxury ApartmentsSauvignon Blanc2BR,1BA$2,394

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Petaluma, CA

As of November 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Petaluma area is the $3.07 price per square foot Three Bedroom Townhome Model at Hansen Place in the in the Greater Petaluma neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value East Petaluma apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath + Model at Altura starting at $2,936 with a $3.24 price per square foot in the Greater Petaluma neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Petaluma apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hansen PlaceThree Bedroom Townhome3BR,2.5BA$3.07
Altura1 Bed 1 Bath +1BR,1BA$3.24
The Haven at Deer Creek1B.11BR,1BA$3.46
Oak CreekA1BR,1BA$3.20
The ArtisanTeak1BR,1BA$3.59
Azure Apartment HomesResidence 1 Upgraded1BR,1BA$3.66
Capri CreekCypress1BR,1BA$3.49
The Grove Luxury ApartmentsPetite Sirah1BR,1BA$3.40
Addison Ranch Apartments1x1 Upstairs1BR,1BA$3.93
Theatre Square ApartmentsWaterfront StudioStudio ,1BA$3.89

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Petaluma, Petaluma, CA

Ranked #2

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the East Petaluma Neighborhood in Petaluma, CA

Walk Score®

70 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

65 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

34 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Petaluma Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in East Petaluma?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Petaluma is under $2,679.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Petaluma?

The cheapest apartment in East Petaluma is Theatre Square Apartments which is listed at $2,186, while the average apartment in East Petaluma costs $3,598.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in East 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 East Petaluma that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Petaluma?

Cheap apartments in East Petaluma have an average cost of $305 which is $3,293 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Petaluma.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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