
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sonoma, CA from $1,400 (73 Rentals)
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Plaza Del Sol Town Homes

386 Arbor Ave

120-126 Pine

19135 Arnold

963 Broadway

Meadowbrook Mobile Estates

601-603 Curtin Ln

343 E Thomson Ave

887 1st St W
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17660 Middlefield

721 1st St W

1085-1087 Craig Ave

1036-1040 W 1st St

Carneros Village Lofts

415 W Napa St

18127 Riverside Dr

176 France St

164 W Napa St

18439 Riverside Dr
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133 W Agua Caliente Rd

18710-18760 Sonoma Hwy

17700 Highway 12

Casablanca Apartments

Lomita Apartments

1014 1st St W

651-653 Oregon St

1254 Broadway

237-239 MacArthur St

558 Mariano Dr
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17475 Sonoma Hwy

1026 1st St W

810 Studley St

18394 Sonoma Hwy

731 Donald St

333 Arbor Ave

19379 Junipero Serra Dr

Oak Springs Apartments

18075 Highland Blvd

140-158 Northside Ave
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199 W Macarthur St

120-140 Buena Vida Ct

1225 Broadway

313 1st St W

17263 Hillside Ave

1002-1010 1st St W

491-493 Patten St

104 Pine Ave

470-476 Craig Ave

514-516 Joaquin Dr
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Sonoma, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sonoma?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Sonoma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,954 | $1,486 | $2,350 |
| Cheap Sonoma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,821 | $1,600 | $4,612 |
| Cheap Sonoma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $16,618 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Sonoma 4 Bedroom Apartments | $24,743 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Sonoma Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Siesta Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,486 |
| Plaza Del Sol Town Homes | Merlot | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sonoma, CA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sonoma area is the $1.68 price per square foot Merlot Model at Plaza Del Sol Town Homes in the in the Outer Napa neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Sonoma apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Siesta Senior Apartments starting at $1,486 with a $2.54 price per square foot in the Outer Napa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sonoma apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza Del Sol Town Homes | Merlot | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.68 |
| Siesta Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
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Sonoma Overview
Sonoma, CA has a population of 32,678 based on the most recent Census Bureau estimated of July 2018. Sonoma, located in the California’s famed wine country, is the heart of Sonoma County, in the Sonoma Valley, and its greater metropolitan area of nearly 500,000 residents. Sonoma is a heartbeat away from the San Francisco-Oakland area, which is located a mere 44 miles due south along U.S. Highway 101. Sonoma is adjacent to another famous wine making region, Napa Valley, CA, which is 14 miles East along California Highway 121.
Why live in Sonoma, CA?
What appealing things can make you consider a move to Sonoma, CA? Well for starters, Sonoma Valley is famous for its wines. It competes with nearby Napa Valley and accounts for six percent of the wines produced in California. The area grows 66 different grape varietals, seven of which constitute 90 percent of planted crops, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, and Zinfandel. If you are not a wine connoisseur, there are other things to explore and do. The Metropolitan areas of San Francisco and Oakland are just under an hour away, giving access to famous historic sites, world-class fine dining, the arts, entertainment and night life, and of course professional sports (NFL’s San Francisco 49ers, MLB’s San Francisco Giants and Oakland As, and NBA’s Golden State Warriors).
Best Local Schools in Sonoma, CA
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What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sonoma Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sonoma is starting from $1,600 at Plaza Del Sol Town Homes.
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