
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Greater Petaluma Neighborhood of Petaluma, CA from $700 (15 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Petaluma Studio Apartments | $1,993 | $1,550 | $2,517 |
| Greater Petaluma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,307 | $784 | $4,056 |
| Greater Petaluma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,848 | $922 | $10,000+ |
| Greater Petaluma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,336 | $924 | $6,391 |
| Greater Petaluma 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,581 | $2,699 | $3,945 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Greater Petaluma Neighborhood of Petaluma, CA.
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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 1 Bed unit found at Vintage Park - Senior Apartments priced from $784. Aviara has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $924. Here are the most affordable Greater Petaluma apartments for rent in Petaluma, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vintage Park - Senior Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $784 |
| Aviara | 3 BR 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $924 |
| Siesta Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,394 |
| 38° NORTH | Zenith | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Pacific Garden Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater Petaluma, CA
As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Greater Petaluma area is the $2.15 price per square foot 4 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at The Reserve Rohnert Park in the in the West Rohnert Park neighborhood starting from $3,699. The second greatest value Greater Petaluma apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at West End Townhomes starting at $2,895 with a $1.85 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Reserve Rohnert Park | 4 Bed 2.5 Bath | 4BR,2.5BA | $2.15 |
| West End Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.85 |
| Camino Colegio Estates | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.87 |
| Spring Lake Apartments | 2x2 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $2.11 |
| 2267 Petaluma Blvd N, Unit 2267 Petaluma Blvd N | 2267 Petaluma Blvd N | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| Valley View Townhomes | 1.5 Beds | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
| Matanzas Garden Apartments | 2 x 1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.14 |
| Park Lane Villas | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Aviara | 3 BR 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Vintage Park - Senior Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Greater Petaluma Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Greater Petaluma?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Greater Petaluma is under $1,848.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Greater Petaluma?
The cheapest apartment in Greater Petaluma is Vintage Park - Senior Apartments which is listed at $784, while the average apartment in Greater Petaluma costs $20,962.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Greater 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 62 regular apartments in Greater 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 Greater Petaluma?
Cheap apartments in Greater Petaluma have an average cost of $899 which is $20,063 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Greater Petaluma.
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