Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alta Vista Neighborhood of Santa Rosa, CA from $1,300 (17 Rentals)

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Redwood Gardens
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Redwood Gardens

2044-2050 Mendocino AveSanta Rosa, CA 95401
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Slate Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Slate Apartments

4225 Sonoma HwySanta Rosa, CA 95409
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Alpine Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Alpine Apartments

1851 Salem AveSanta Rosa, CA 95401
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WOODLANDS
2 Bedroom Apartments

WOODLANDS

4040 Hoen AveSanta Rosa, CA 95405
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1109-1147 Evans Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1109-1147 Evans Dr

1109-1147 Evans DrSanta Rosa, CA 95405
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Vista Del Robles
2 Bedroom Apartments

Vista Del Robles

1001 Mission BlvdSanta Rosa, CA 95409
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Creekside Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Creekside Park

1140 4th StSanta Rosa, CA 95404

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Park Place Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Place Apartments

1102 North StSanta Rosa, CA 95404
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Alta Vista, Santa Rosa, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Alta Vista Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alta Vista area of Santa Rosa, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Creekside Park priced from $1,836. Acacia at Santa Rosa Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Alta Vista apartments for rent in Santa Rosa, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Creekside ParkBirch1BR,1BA$1,836
Acacia at Santa Rosa CreekAlder1BR,1BA$1,895
The Palms at Coddingtown1x11BR,1BA$1,900
Garden Court Apartments1 Bed x 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,995
Pullman Lofts1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom A, B, D1BR,1BA$2,114

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alta Vista, CA

As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Alta Vista area is the $2.32 price per square foot 4x1.5 Model at The Marq in the in the Cobblestone neighborhood starting from $3,299. The second greatest value Alta Vista apartment is the 3x2 Luxury Model at Spring Lake Apartments starting at $3,195 with a $2.46 price per square foot in the Cobblestone neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alta Vista apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Marq4x1.54BR,1.5BA$2.32
Spring Lake Apartments3x2 Luxury3BR,2BA$2.46
The Boulders at FountaingroveMaybeck2BR,2BA$2.74
Shadow Creek ApartmentsThe Sonoma2BR,2BA$2.54
Kingwood Apartments2 Bed x 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.26
The Channing2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.53
Garden Court Apartments1 Bed x 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.66
Oak CreekPlan A1BR,1BA$3.07
Acacia at Santa Rosa CreekAlder1BR,1BA$3.01
The Palms at Coddingtown1x11BR,1BA$3.17

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Alta Vista, Santa Rosa, CA

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Among neighborhoods in Santa Rosa, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for Central Santa Rosa, CA. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alta Vista Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Alta Vista?

The cheapest apartment in Alta Vista is Creekside Park which is listed at $1,836, while the average apartment in Alta Vista costs $3,310.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Alta Vista?

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 3 regular apartments in Alta Vista 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 Alta Vista?

Cheap apartments in Alta Vista have an average cost of $383 which is $2,927 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Alta Vista.

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