
Cheap Homes for Rent in Santa Rosa, CA from $1,200 (13 Rentals)
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1323 Gordon Ln

1353 Gordon Ln

5220 Fulton Rd

1151 Corby Ave

713 Cherry St
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5222 Fulton Rd

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530 Steele Ln

901 Russell Ave

1218 Valerie Way

752 Beaver St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Santa Rosa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Santa Rosa 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,827 | $2,150 | $4,100 |
Santa Rosa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,856 | $2,500 | $7,500 |
Santa Rosa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,182 | $3,450 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Santa Rosa, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/08/2025Current apartment rentals in the Santa Rosa, CA area range in price from $811 to $14,776 with an overall median price of $3,323. The three Santa Rosa neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Burbank Gardens at $1,700, University District at $1,376, and West End Santa Rosa at $811. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Santa Rosa Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Burbank Gardens | $1,700 | $1,700 | 1 |
University District | $2,950 | $1,376 | 72 |
West End Santa Rosa | $3,208 | $811 | 46 |
Southwest Santa Rosa | $3,222 | $1,895 | 28 |
Wright Area | $3,222 | $1,750 | 33 |
Copperfield | $3,245 | $811 | 70 |
Downtown Santa Rosa | $3,245 | $811 | 45 |
Bellevue Ranch | $3,250 | $1,700 | 45 |
Lincoln Manor | $3,250 | $811 | 97 |
Bennett Valley | $3,299 | $1,725 | 32 |
Cheapest Available Santa Rosa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Rosa, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Aviara in the Cobblestone neighborhood priced from $811. Village Square Apartments in the Cobblestone neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Rosa apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Aviara | 2 BR 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $811 |
Village Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
PARC STATION | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
Park Villa Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,735 |
Kawana Springs | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,758 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Rosa, CA
As of May 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Rosa area is the $2.38 price per square foot 3x2 Luxury Model at Spring Lake Apartments in the in the Cobblestone neighborhood starting from $3,095. The second greatest value Santa Rosa apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at West End Townhomes starting at $2,995 with a $2.42 price per square foot in the Bellevue Ranch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Rosa apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Spring Lake Apartments | 3x2 Luxury | 3BR,2BA | $2.38 |
West End Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.42 |
Shadow Creek Apartments | The Sonoma | 2BR,2BA | $2.43 |
Pacific Townhomes | #4 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.43 |
Kingwood Apartments | 2 Bed x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
702 Pleasant Hill Rd, Unit Private Unit | 702 Pleasant Hill Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
Heritage Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
Hidden Garden Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
Aviara | 2 BR 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Village Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Rosa
What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Rosa?
There are currently 1425 Apartments for Rent in Santa Rosa, CA with pricing that ranges from $811 to $14,776. There are also 75 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Rosa ranging from $1,200 to $12,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Santa Rosa?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Santa Rosa ranges from $1,200 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,464.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Santa Rosa?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Santa Rosa range from $924 to $14,776, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,299.
Expert Rental Resources
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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