Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Greater Petaluma Neighborhood of Petaluma, CA from $600 (11 Rentals)
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Greater Petaluma, Petaluma, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Greater Petaluma?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Greater Petaluma Studio Apartments | $2,251 | $1,800 | $2,940 |
Greater Petaluma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,656 | $1,276 | $10,000+ |
Greater Petaluma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,075 | $811 | $10,000+ |
Greater Petaluma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,688 | $924 | $10,000+ |
Greater Petaluma 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,083 | $3,299 | $4,995 |
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Cheapest Available Greater Petaluma Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Greater Petaluma area of Petaluma, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Aviara priced from $811. Siesta Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,276. Here are the most affordable Greater Petaluma apartments for rent in Petaluma, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Aviara | 2 BR 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $811 |
Siesta Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,276 |
PARC STATION | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
Kawana Springs | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,758 |
The Grove Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater Petaluma, CA
As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Greater Petaluma area is the $2.38 price per square foot 3x2 Luxury Model at Spring Lake Apartments in the in the Cobblestone neighborhood starting from $3,099. The second greatest value Greater Petaluma apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at West End Townhomes starting at $2,995 with a $2.42 price per square foot in the Bellevue Ranch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Greater Petaluma apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Spring Lake Apartments | 3x2 Luxury | 3BR,2BA | $2.38 |
West End Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.42 |
Shadow Creek Apartments | The Sonoma | 2BR,2BA | $2.43 |
429 Walnut Ave | 429 Walnut Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
421 Walnut Ave, Unit 421 | 421 Walnut Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.32 |
702 Pleasant Hill Rd, Unit Private Unit | 702 Pleasant Hill Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
Kingwood Apartments | 2 Bed x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
Hidden Garden Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
Aviara | 2 BR 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Siesta Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
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Getting Around the Greater Petaluma Neighborhood in Petaluma, CA
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
21 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Greater Petaluma Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Greater Petaluma?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Greater Petaluma is at Bella Creek Apartments listed at $1,950.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Greater Petaluma Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Greater Petaluma Apartment is $1,276 at Siesta Senior Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Greater Petaluma Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Greater Petaluma is starting from $811 at Aviara.
What is the most affordable Greater Petaluma Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Greater Petaluma Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aviara and starts from $924.
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