
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the NW Santa Rosa Neighborhood of Santa Rosa, CA from $700 (38 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the NW Santa Rosa area of Santa Rosa.


PARC STATION

1029 Link Ln

The Palms at Coddingtown

1210 Ripley St, Unit Front, Unit Front

Heritage Place Boutique Apartments

1324 Edwards Ave

1319 Miller Dr

Vintage Ridge Apartment Homes
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The Villages

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2324 Heidi Pl, Unit 3, Unit 3

Aviara

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Annadel

Emblem Renata

Santa Rosa Oaks

Park Vue

The Meadows at Fountaingrove

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2829 Apple Valley Ln, Unit #3, Unit #3
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Mark West Village

Cedarwood Apartments

2609 Westberry Dr, Unit Westberry Village Condominium, Unit Westberry Village Condominium

Olive Grove Apartments

Sunburst Apartments

Redwood Meadow Senior Apartments

The Orchard West Senior Apartments

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Coddingtown Mall Apartments
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Waltzer Meadows Apartments

2076 Landen Ln

Marlow Apartments

Pioneer Apartments

Meadowrock Apartments

The Vineyards at Dennis Lane

901 Russell Ave

2085 Landen Ln

Park Villa Apartments
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1864 Roca Ct

1741 Greeneich Ave
NW Santa Rosa, Santa Rosa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in NW Santa Rosa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| NW Santa Rosa Studio Apartments | $2,999 | $2,999 | $2,999 |
| NW Santa Rosa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,224 | $1,600 | $2,663 |
| NW Santa Rosa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,537 | $1,700 | $2,995 |
| NW Santa Rosa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,069 | $2,534 | $3,395 |
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There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the NW Santa Rosa Neighborhood of Santa Rosa, CA.
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Cheapest Available NW Santa Rosa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the NW Santa Rosa area of Santa Rosa, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Village Square Apartments priced from $1,600. PARC STATION has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,699. Here are the most affordable NW Santa Rosa apartments for rent in Santa Rosa, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| PARC STATION | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Walnut Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| The Palms at Coddingtown | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| Heritage Place Boutique Apartments | 1 Br 1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Vintage Ridge Apartment Homes | Alderwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| The Villages | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,089 |
| Annadel | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,196 |
| Emblem Renata | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,249 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in NW Santa Rosa, CA
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the NW Santa Rosa area is the $2.67 price per square foot 3 BR 2 BA Model at Aviara in the in the Cobblestone neighborhood starting from $2,534. The second greatest value NW Santa Rosa apartment is the 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at Hopper Lane Apartments starting at $2,625 with a $2.77 price per square foot in the Cobblestone neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for NW Santa Rosa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aviara | 3 BR 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| Hopper Lane Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.77 |
| 2324 Heidi Pl, Unit 3 | 2324 Heidi Pl | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Cedarwood Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Santa Rosa Oaks | Zinfandel | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| The Meadows at Fountaingrove | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Vintage Ridge Apartment Homes | Alderwood | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Village Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| PARC STATION | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Walnut Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
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Best Local Schools in Nw Santa Rosa, Santa Rosa, CA
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Central Santa Rosa. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap NW Santa Rosa Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in NW Santa Rosa?
The cheapest apartment in NW Santa Rosa is Village Square Apartments which is listed at $1,600, while the average apartment in NW Santa Rosa costs $3,093.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in NW 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 16 regular apartments in NW 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 NW Santa Rosa?
Cheap apartments in NW Santa Rosa have an average cost of $605 which is $2,488 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in NW Santa Rosa.
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