
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Greater Petaluma Neighborhood of Petaluma, CA from $700 (24 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Greater Petaluma area of Petaluma.


Aviara

7812 Lynch Rd, Unit Sebastopol Studio

Pacific Garden Apartments

The Lenox

710-750-750 Boyd St
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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 | $1,965 | $1,350 | $2,556 |
| Greater Petaluma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,255 | $828 | $3,491 |
| Greater Petaluma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,764 | $1,895 | $10,000+ |
| Greater Petaluma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,334 | $924 | $4,750 |
| Greater Petaluma 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,224 | $2,799 | $5,605 |
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There are currently 24 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 Siesta Senior Apartments priced from $828. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Siesta Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $828 |
| Aviara | 3 BR 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $924 |
| Pacific Garden Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| PARC STATION | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,674 |
| Kawana Springs | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,758 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater Petaluma, CA
As of November 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Greater Petaluma area is the $1.73 price per square foot Walkham 3x2.5 Model at Walkham Townhomes in the in the Aston Avenue neighborhood starting from $3,250. 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 $1.91 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walkham Townhomes | Walkham 3x2.5 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.73 |
| West End Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.91 |
| Valley View Townhomes | 1.5 Beds | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.09 |
| Plaza Del Sol Town Homes | Merlot | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.36 |
| Matanzas Garden Apartments | 2 x 1.5 / #31 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.14 |
| Park Lane Villas | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| North Street Apartments | 26 | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Aviara | 3 BR 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| 2018 4th St, Unit 2018 | 2018 4th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Siesta Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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 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 $1,840.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Greater Petaluma?
The cheapest apartment in Greater Petaluma is Siesta Senior Apartments which is listed at $828, while the average apartment in Greater Petaluma costs $5,975.
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 60 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 $478 which is $5,497 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Greater Petaluma.
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