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Vintage Park - Senior Apartments
147 Colgan AveSanta Rosa, CA 95404
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Rosa Neighborhood of Santa Rosa, CA from $700 (10 Rentals)
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$1,550 - $2,400Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Pacific Garden Apartments
1265 Pacific AveSanta Rosa, CA 95404
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Village Square Apartments
2605 Range AveSanta Rosa, CA 95403
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$1,645 - $2,495Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Palms at Coddingtown
1333 W Steele LnSanta Rosa, CA 95403
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Stony Brook
155 Stony Point RdSanta Rosa, CA 95401
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1210 Ripley St, Unit Front
1210 Ripley St
Santa RosaCA95401
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$1,750 - $2,4001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Walnut Apartments
2120 Jennings AveSanta Rosa, CA 95401
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Downtown Santa Rosa, Santa Rosa, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Santa Rosa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Santa Rosa Studio Apartments | $1,922 | $1,550 | $2,495 |
| Downtown Santa Rosa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,199 | $784 | $2,995 |
| Downtown Santa Rosa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,624 | $922 | $3,795 |
| Downtown Santa Rosa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,150 | $924 | $3,595 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Santa Rosa Neighborhood of Santa Rosa, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Santa Rosa Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Santa Rosa area of Santa Rosa, 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 Downtown Santa Rosa apartments for rent in Santa Rosa, 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 |
| Pacific Garden Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Santa Rosa, CA
As of January 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Santa Rosa area is the $2.18 price per square foot Walkham 3x2.5 Model at Walkham Townhomes in the in the Aston Avenue neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Downtown Santa Rosa apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Model at Cedarwood Apartments starting at $2,995 with a $2.43 price per square foot in the Cobblestone neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Santa Rosa 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 | $2.18 |
| Cedarwood Apartments | 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.43 |
| Park Lane Villas | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| North Street Apartments | Flat | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Pacific Townhomes | Townhome w/washer/dryer | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.40 |
| Aviara | 3 BR 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Heritage Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| 2018 4th St, Unit 2018 | 2018 4th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Village Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Vintage Park - Senior Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Santa Rosa Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Santa Rosa?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Santa Rosa is under $1,915.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Santa Rosa?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Santa Rosa is Vintage Park - Senior Apartments which is listed at $784, while the average apartment in Downtown Santa Rosa costs $3,180.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Santa Rosa?
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 29 regular apartments in Downtown Santa Rosa 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 Downtown Santa Rosa?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Santa Rosa have an average cost of $342 which is $2,838 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Santa Rosa.
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