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Petaluma, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Petaluma?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Petaluma 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,865 | $2,150 | $3,700 |
Petaluma 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,930 | $3,100 | $6,000 |
Petaluma 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,156 | $3,500 | $4,650 |
Petaluma 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,647 | $995 | $4,300 |
Petaluma 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,750 | $4,750 | $4,750 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Petaluma, CA
Pricing Updated: 04/23/2025Current apartment rentals in the Petaluma, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Petaluma Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown Petaluma | $3,610 | $1,800 | 73 |
East Petaluma | $3,610 | $1,600 | 74 |
Greater Petaluma | $3,622 | $811 | 299 |
Cheapest Available Petaluma Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Petaluma, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Grove Lux in the Greater Petaluma neighborhood priced from $2,045. Addison Ranch Apartments in the Greater Petaluma neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,273. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Petaluma apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Grove Lux | Petite Sirah | 1BR,1BA | $2,045 |
Addison Ranch Apartments | 1x1 Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2,273 |
Marina Crossing Apartments | S1 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,298 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Petaluma, CA and Nearby
As of April 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Petaluma area is the $2.87 price per square foot 1 Bed 1 Bath + Model at Altura in the in the Greater Petaluma neighborhood starting from $2,606. The second greatest value Petaluma apartment is the Residence 2 Luxury Model at Azure Apartment Homes starting at $2,746 with a $3.59 price per square foot in the Greater Petaluma neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Petaluma apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Altura | 1 Bed 1 Bath + | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
Azure Apartment Homes | Residence 2 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
The Haven at Deer Creek | 1A.1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
The Artisan | Teak | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
The Grove Lux | Petite Sirah | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
Addison Ranch Apartments | 1x1 Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $3.72 |
Theatre Square Apartments | Waterfront Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.38 |
La Via Apartments | A01B | Studio ,1BA | $4.78 |
Capri Creek | Olive | 1BR,1BA | $5.01 |
1309 D Street Ext | 1309 D Street Ext | Studio ,1BA | $4.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Petaluma
What type of rentals are currently available in Petaluma?
There are currently 220 Apartments for Rent in Petaluma, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,600 to $8,696. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Petaluma ranging from $995 to $6,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Petaluma?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Petaluma ranges from $995 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,369.
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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
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With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.