
Cheap Homes for Rent in Greater Petaluma Neighborhood of Petaluma, CA from $900 (31 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Greater Petaluma area of Petaluma.


1010 Bush St

850 Glenbrook Dr

5849 Kristina Pl

2100 Brookwood Ave

1353 Gordon Ln
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1151 Corby Ave

325 Cherry Ave

2155-2155 Chester Dr

8270 Lancaster Dr

3921 Martina Ave

437 Douglas St

649 McGinnis Cir

8201 Camino Colegio

1292 Glenn St

2811 Bardy Rd
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1628 Tecado Dr

61 Creek Ct

1414 Mauro Pietro Dr

154 Tuscany Pl

935 Civic Center Dr

2258 Mesquite Dr

27 Union St
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416 C St

632 F St

1218 Valerie Way
Greater Petaluma, Petaluma, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Greater Petaluma?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Greater Petaluma 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,170 | $935 | $9,500 |
Greater Petaluma 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,208 | $950 | $10,000+ |
Greater Petaluma 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,081 | $2,950 | $10,000+ |
Greater Petaluma 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,811 | $995 | $10,000+ |
Greater Petaluma 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,500 | $6,500 | $6,500 |
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There are currently 31 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 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 | $1,674 |
Kawana Springs | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,758 |
Walnut Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
The Lenox | Cyprus | 1BR,1BA | $1,783 |
The Grove Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
Vintage Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater Petaluma, CA
As of June 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Greater Petaluma area is the $2.04 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at West End Townhomes in the in the Bellevue Ranch neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value Greater Petaluma apartment is the 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at The Reserve Rohnert Park starting at $3,199 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the West Rohnert Park 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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West End Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.04 |
The Reserve Rohnert Park | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.06 |
The Marq | 4x1.5 | 4BR,1.5BA | $2.32 |
Edge at Howarth Park | 3x2 / 638-1 | 3BR,2BA | $2.27 |
Six1Five | 2x2 E | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
Matanzas Garden Apartments | 2x1.5 / 10A | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.14 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Greater Petaluma
What type of rentals are currently available in Greater Petaluma?
There are currently 1842 Apartments for Rent in Greater Petaluma, CA with pricing that ranges from $811 to $14,103. There are also 153 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Greater Petaluma ranging from $935 to $19,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Greater Petaluma?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Greater Petaluma ranges from $935 to $19,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,326.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Greater Petaluma?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Greater Petaluma range from $924 to $14,103, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $13,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,299.
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