
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Santa Rosa Neighborhood of Santa Rosa, CA from $700 (73 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southwest Santa Rosa area of Santa Rosa.


Colgan Creek

944 Sunset Ave

Sunset Mobile Home Park

Las Flores Apartments

2380 Corby Ave

Sunset View Apartments

1648-1678 Dutton Ave

930 Sunset Ave

2560 Kenton Ct
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2537 Corby Ave

194-196 198 W Barham Ave

647 Dutton Ave

263 Robin Way

1228 McMinn Ave

2571 Kenton Ct

2585 Kenton Ct

1648-1706 Dutton Ave

167 Eddy Dr

918 Sunset Ave
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164 Bellevue Ave

537 Hearn Ave

880-888 West Ave

2519 Corby Ave

1481 West Ave

962-968 Stony Point Rd

2555 Corby Ave

862 West Ave

Colgan Creek Townhomes

825 Corby Ave
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Orchard Commons

Westfield Mobile Home Park

568 Olive St

1194-1196 Dutton Ave

187 Barbara Dr

2397 Kenton Ct

Amorosa Village

909-917 Delport Ave

2557 Kenton Ct

2530 Kenton Ct
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622 Olive St

2503 Kenton Ct

2434 Kenton Ct

906-916 Sunset Ave

1870 West Ave

681 Boyd St

538 Boyd St

1065 Delport Ave

148 Eddy Dr

505 Olive St
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Southwest Santa Rosa, Santa Rosa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Santa Rosa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Santa Rosa Studio Apartments | $2,399 | $2,399 | $2,399 |
| Southwest Santa Rosa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,700 | $1,700 | $1,700 |
| Southwest Santa Rosa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,667 | $1,950 | $3,095 |
| Southwest Santa Rosa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,332 | $2,995 | $3,545 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 73 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Santa Rosa Neighborhood of Santa Rosa, CA.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Santa Rosa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Santa Rosa area of Santa Rosa, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Santa Rosa Avenue priced from $1,929. Hidden Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here are the most affordable Southwest Santa Rosa apartments for rent in Santa Rosa, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Rosa Avenue | One Bedroom - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,929 |
| Hidden Garden Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Colgan Creek | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,095 |
| Rancho Valencia | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Santa Rosa, CA
As of June 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Santa Rosa area is the $3.22 price per square foot B2 Model at Rancho Valencia in the in the Aston Avenue neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Southwest Santa Rosa apartment is the 2 Bed Model at Hidden Garden Apartments starting at $1,950 with a $2.29 price per square foot in the Aston Avenue neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Santa Rosa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho Valencia | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.22 |
| Hidden Garden Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Colgan Creek | 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.35 |
| Santa Rosa Avenue | One Bedroom - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| 2052 Medano Dr, Unit 2052 | 2052 Medano Dr | 1BR,1BA | $4.21 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Santa Rosa Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest 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 2 regular apartments in Southwest 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 Southwest Santa Rosa?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Santa Rosa have an average cost of $356 which is $3,039 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Santa Rosa.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
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