
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sonoma County, CA from $700 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Sonoma County.


Aviara

Shiloh Terrace

Alexander Valley

6127 Old Redwood Hwy

112 10th St

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Sonoma County, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sonoma County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sonoma County Studio Apartments | $2,045 | $1,550 | $2,842 |
| Sonoma County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,282 | $784 | $9,652 |
| Sonoma County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,761 | $1,019 | $10,000+ |
| Sonoma County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,210 | $924 | $8,074 |
| Sonoma County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,399 | $2,699 | $3,699 |
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Cheapest Available Sonoma County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Sonoma County, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at Aviara in the Cobblestone neighborhood priced from $924. Shiloh Terrace in the West Windsor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,019. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sonoma County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aviara | 3 BR 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $924 |
| Shiloh Terrace | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,019 |
| Alexander Valley | 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Divine Senior/Citrus Commons | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,415 |
| Pacific Garden Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sonoma County, CA
As of April 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sonoma County area is the $1.85 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at West End Townhomes in the in the Bellevue Ranch neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Sonoma County apartment is the Walkham 3x2.5 Model at Walkham Townhomes starting at $3,000 with a $2.18 price per square foot in the Aston Avenue 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.85 |
| Walkham Townhomes | Walkham 3x2.5 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.18 |
| Spring Lake Apartments | 2x2 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| Park Lane Villas | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Shiloh Terrace | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| North Street Apartments | Flat | 2BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Aviara | 3 BR 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Kingwood Apartments | 2 Bed x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Vintage Park | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| 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 $1,750.
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 $3,200.
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 66 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 $748 which is $2,452 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sonoma County.
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