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Petaluma, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Petaluma, CA

Pricing Updated: 05/04/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Petaluma$3,681$1,80063
East Petaluma$3,681$1,80063
Greater Petaluma$3,945$811283

Cheapest Available Petaluma Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Petaluma, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Addison Ranch Apartments in the Greater Petaluma neighborhood priced from $2,068. Marina Crossing Apartments in the Greater Petaluma neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,298. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Petaluma apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Addison Ranch Apartments1x1 Upstairs1BR,1BA$2,068
Marina Crossing ApartmentsS1 - StudioStudio,1BA$2,298
Capri CreekOlive1BR,1BA$2,399

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Petaluma, CA

As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Petaluma area is the $2.68 price per square foot 1 Bed 1 Bath + Model at Altura in the in the Greater Petaluma neighborhood starting from $2,433. The second greatest value Petaluma apartment is the Sauvignon Blanc Model at The Grove Lux starting at $2,410 with a $2.72 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Altura1 Bed 1 Bath +1BR,1BA$2.68
The Grove LuxSauvignon Blanc2BR,1BA$2.72
Azure Apartment HomesResidence 2 Luxury1BR,1BA$3.58
The Haven at Deer Creek1A.11BR,1BA$3.57
The ArtisanTeak1BR,1BA$3.74
Addison Ranch Apartments1x1 Downstairs1BR,1BA$3.45
Theatre Square ApartmentsWaterfront StudioStudio ,1BA$4.51
La Via ApartmentsA01BStudio ,1BA$4.68
Capri CreekOlive1BR,1BA$4.64
1309 D Street Ext1309 D Street ExtStudio ,1BA$4.13

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Frequently Asked Questions about Petaluma

What type of rentals are currently available in Petaluma?

There are currently 218 Apartments for Rent in Petaluma, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,850 to $8,822. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Petaluma ranging from $995 to $6,750.

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 $6,750 with an average monthly rent of $3,600.

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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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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

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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.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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