
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University District Santa Rosa, CA from $1,400 (10 Rentals)
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The Lenox

2155 Chester Dr

Crossbrook Apartments

Park Club Apartments
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The Grove Apartments

36 Lipton Wy
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University District, Santa Rosa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University District?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University District Studio Apartments | $1,937 | $1,600 | $2,350 |
University District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,124 | $1,700 | $3,428 |
University District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,729 | $2,175 | $4,130 |
University District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,066 | $2,695 | $4,450 |
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Cheapest Available University District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University District area of Santa Rosa, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Club Apartments priced from $1,720. The Grove Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,799. Here are the most affordable University District apartments for rent in Santa Rosa, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Park Club Apartments | Pine | 1BR,1BA | $1,720 |
The Grove Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
Country Club Village | Medium 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,874 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University District, CA
As of July 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the University District area is the $2.48 price per square foot LVL 2 Model at Cambridge Square Apartments in the in the East Rohnert Park neighborhood starting from $2,320. The second greatest value University District apartment is the 2 bedroom 1 bathroom Model at Camino Creek starting at $2,300 with a $2.74 price per square foot in the East Rohnert Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University District apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Cambridge Square Apartments | LVL 2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.48 |
Camino Creek | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
Sonoma Park Apartments | 2 x 1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.06 |
Mountain Shadows Apartments | A1 (Andorra) | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
EdgeWay | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
Vintage Pointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
The Lenox | Cyprus | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
Park Club Apartments | Pine | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
Glenn Manor | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
The Grove Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
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Best Local Schools in University District, Santa Rosa, CA
Evergreen Elementary
Rancho Cotate High
Lawrence E. Jones Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University District Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University District Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University District Apartment is $1,720 at Park Club Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University District Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University District is starting from $2,200 at Emerald Pointe.
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