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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 |
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Cheap Sonoma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,762 | $828 | $2,350 |
Cheap Sonoma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,622 | $2,195 | $3,250 |
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Cheapest Available Sonoma Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Siesta Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $828 |
Plaza Del Sol Town Homes | Chardonnay | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sonoma, CA
As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sonoma area is the $3.66 price per square foot Chardonnay Model at Plaza Del Sol Town Homes in the in the Outer Napa neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Sonoma apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Siesta Senior Apartments starting at $828 with a $1.42 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. |
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Plaza Del Sol Town Homes | Chardonnay | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
Siesta Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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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
Prestwood Elementary
Sonoma Valley High
Adele Harrison Middle
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Getting Around Sonoma, CA
Walk Score®
61 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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