Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Petaluma Neighborhood of Petaluma, CA from $1,800 (26 Rentals)

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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The Artisan
$2,748 - $3,980
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The Artisan

55 Maria DrPetaluma, CA 94954
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Park West Townhouses
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park West Townhouses

250-292 Douglas StPetaluma, CA 94952
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347 Wilson St
2 Bedroom Apartments

347 Wilson St

347 Wilson StPetaluma, CA 94952
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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 La Via Apartments priced from $2,220. The Grove Luxury Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,424. Here are the most affordable East Petaluma apartments for rent in Petaluma, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
La Via ApartmentsA01AStudio,1BA$2,220
The Grove Luxury ApartmentsPetite Sirah1BR,1BA$2,424
Addison Ranch Apartments1x1 Downstairs1BR,1BA$2,458
Altura1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,493
Capri CreekCypress1BR,1BA$2,499
Theatre Square ApartmentsWaterfront StudioStudio,1BA$2,552
The ArtisanTeak1BR,1BA$2,703
Oak CreekC2BR,1BA$2,895
The Haven at Deer Creek1B1BR,1BA$3,018
Azure Apartment HomesResidence 6 Luxury2BR,2BA$3,405

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Petaluma, CA

As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Petaluma area is the $3.21 price per square foot Residence 9 Upgraded Model at Azure Apartment Homes in the in the Greater Petaluma neighborhood starting from $4,052. The second greatest value East Petaluma apartment is the C Model at Oak Creek starting at $2,895 with a $3.37 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.
Azure Apartment HomesResidence 9 Upgraded3BR,2BA$3.21
Oak CreekC2BR,1BA$3.37
The Haven at Deer Creek1B1BR,1BA$3.65
Altura1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.27
The ArtisanTeak1BR,1BA$3.68
Capri CreekCypress1BR,1BA$3.60
The Grove Luxury ApartmentsPetite Sirah1BR,1BA$3.67
Addison Ranch Apartments1x1 Downstairs1BR,1BA$3.99
La Via ApartmentsA021BR,1BA$5.05
Theatre Square ApartmentsWaterfront StudioStudio ,1BA$4.44

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Petaluma Apartments

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

The cheapest apartment in East Petaluma is The Grove Luxury Apartments which is listed at $2,424, while the average apartment in East Petaluma costs $2,843.

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 18 regular apartments in East Petaluma that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.