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Greater Petaluma, Petaluma, CA Local Guide

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 $828. Here are the most affordable Greater Petaluma apartments for rent in Petaluma, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Aviara2 BR 1 BA2BR,1BA$811
Siesta Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$828
PARC STATIONOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,699
Walnut Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,725
Park Club ApartmentsPine1BR,1BA$1,725
Kawana SpringsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,758
Country Club VillageMedium 1 Bed 1 Bath Bungalow1BR,1BA$1,765
The Grove Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,799
Villas at HamiltonStudioStudio,1BA$1,848

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater Petaluma, CA

As of July 23, 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 2x1.5 Model at The Marq starting at $2,548 with a $2.28 price per square foot in the Cobblestone neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Greater Petaluma apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
West End Townhomes2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$2.04
The Marq2x1.52BR,1.5BA$2.28
Valley View Townhomes1.5 Beds1BR,1.5BA$2.09
Matanzas Garden Apartments2 x 1.5 / #312BR,1.5BA$2.14
Country Club ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$2.33
Cambridge Square ApartmentsLVL 22BR,1BA$2.48
Hidden Garden Apartments2 Bed2BR,1BA$2.35
Park Place ApartmentsStandard2BR,1BA$2.44
Aviara2 BR 1 BA2BR,1BA$1.14
Siesta Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.42

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Frequently Asked Questions about Greater Petaluma

What type of rentals are currently available in Greater Petaluma?

There are currently 1847 Apartments for Rent in Greater Petaluma, CA with pricing that ranges from $811 to $16,081. There are also 181 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Greater Petaluma ranging from $995 to $60,000.

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 $995 to $60,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,720.

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 $16,081, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $13,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,299.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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