
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Historic Railroad Square Neighborhood of Santa Rosa, CA from $700 (10 Rentals)
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Historic Railroad Square, Santa Rosa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Historic Railroad Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Historic Railroad Square Studio Apartments | $1,819 | $1,550 | $2,099 |
| Historic Railroad Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,144 | $784 | $2,747 |
| Historic Railroad Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,560 | $922 | $3,031 |
| Historic Railroad Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,138 | $924 | $3,549 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Historic Railroad Square Neighborhood of Santa Rosa, CA.
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Cheapest Available Historic Railroad Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Historic Railroad Square 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 Historic Railroad Square 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 |
| 38° NORTH | Zenith | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Historic Railroad Square, CA
As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Historic Railroad Square 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 Historic Railroad Square apartment is the Dahlia Model at Sendero Townhomes starting at $3,320 with a $2.63 price per square foot in the Aston Avenue neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Historic Railroad Square 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 |
| Sendero Townhomes | Dahlia | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.63 |
| North Street Apartments | Flat | 2BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Aviara | 3 BR 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Heritage Place Boutique Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| 2324 Heidi Pl, Unit 3 | 2324 Heidi Pl | 2BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Kawana Springs | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.38 |
| Park Place Apartments | Standard | 2BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Village Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Vintage Park - Senior Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Best Local Schools in Historic Railroad Square, Santa Rosa, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Historic Railroad Square Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Historic Railroad Square?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Historic Railroad Square is under $1,900.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Historic Railroad Square?
The cheapest apartment in Historic Railroad Square is Vintage Park - Senior Apartments which is listed at $784, while the average apartment in Historic Railroad Square costs $3,186.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Historic Railroad Square?
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 34 regular apartments in Historic Railroad Square 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 Historic Railroad Square?
Cheap apartments in Historic Railroad Square have an average cost of $522 which is $2,664 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Historic Railroad Square.
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