
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sonoma County, CA from $700 (19 Rentals)
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154 N East St

Alexander Valley

Siesta Senior Apartments

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Del Corazon
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sonoma County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sonoma County Studio Apartments | $2,387 | $1,550 | $2,999 |
| Sonoma County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,494 | $784 | $8,998 |
| Sonoma County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,951 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
| Sonoma County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,446 | $1,875 | $10,000+ |
| Sonoma County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $21,118 | $2,699 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Sonoma County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Sonoma County, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Alexander Valley priced from $1,350. Siesta Senior Apartments in the Outer Napa neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,486. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sonoma County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander Valley | 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Siesta Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,486 |
| Pacific Garden Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Plaza Del Sol Town Homes | Merlot | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Village Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sonoma County, CA
As of June 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sonoma County area is the $2.39 price per square foot 2x1.5 Luxury Townhome Model at Spring Lake Apartments in the in the Cobblestone neighborhood starting from $2,746. The second greatest value Sonoma County apartment is the 2x1.5 Model at The Marq starting at $2,599 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the Cobblestone neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sonoma County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Lake Apartments | 2x1.5 Luxury Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.39 |
| The Marq | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.33 |
| Valley View Townhomes | 1 Bed and a Den | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
| Kingwood Apartments | 2 Bed x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Plaza Del Sol Town Homes | Merlot | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.68 |
| 2354 Heidi Pl | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| 2324 Heidi Pl, Unit 3 | 2324 Heidi Pl | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Garden Court Apartments | 2 Bed x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Village Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Alexander Valley | 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sonoma County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Sonoma County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sonoma County is under $1,799.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sonoma County?
The cheapest apartment in Sonoma County is Alexander Valley which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in Sonoma County costs $3,322.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sonoma County?
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 71 regular apartments in Sonoma County 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 Sonoma County?
Cheap apartments in Sonoma County have an average cost of $752 which is $2,570 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sonoma County.
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