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    200 Greenbriar Circle, Petaluma, CA 94954
    1 BED $2,249+
    2 BEDS $2,728+
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    101 2Nd St. Suite 130, Petaluma, CA 94952
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    1 BED $2,607+
    2 BEDS $3,111+
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    101 2Nd St. Suite 130, Petaluma, CA 94952
    STUDIO $2,496+
    1 BED $2,306+
    2 BEDS $3,175+
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    101 2Nd St. Suite 130, Petaluma, CA 94952
    STUDIO $2,496+
    1 BED $2,306+
    2 BEDS $3,111+
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    350 N. Water St., Petaluma, CA 94952
    STUDIO $2,427+
    1 BED $2,685+
    2 BEDS $2,797+
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  • a living room with a white couch and a coffee table
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    495 N. Mcdowell Blvd, Petaluma, CA 94954
    1 BED $2,512+
    2 BEDS $2,999+
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    1036 S. Mcdowell Blvd, Petaluma, CA 94954
    1 BED $1,800
    2 BEDS $2,800
  • A kitchen area with a sink, a microwave, and a dining table with chairs.
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    1309 1/2 D Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
    STUDIO $1,850
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a black countertop.
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    2064 Easton Drive, Petaluma, CA 94952
    3 BEDS $3,550

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  • 7576 Adrian Way 3 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    7576 Adrian Way, Rohnert Park, CA 94928
    3 BEDS $2,840
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    7400 Bridgit Drive, Rohnert Park, CA 94928
    1 BED $1,700+
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  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and white appliances.
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    1315 Maurice Avenue, Rohnert Park, CA 94928
    1 BED $1,925
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    7225 Camino Colegio, Rohnert Park, CA 94928
    3 BEDS $3,550
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    423 Enterprise Dr, Rohnert Park, CA 94928
    3 BEDS $3,250
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    5542 Kennedy Place, Cotati, CA 94928
    4 BEDS $5,000
  • A view of a tennis court from a distance.
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    5500 Kenneth Pl, Rohnert Park, CA 94928
    4 BEDS $4,000
  • a living room with couches and a coffee table
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    5102 Dowdell Avenue, Rohnert Park, CA 94928
    1 BED $2,320+
    2 BEDS $2,916+
    3 BEDS $3,741+
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    1517 Holly Ave, Rohnert Park, CA 94928
    3 BEDS $2,600
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    1020 Kawana Springs Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95404
    1 BED $2,201+
    2 BEDS $2,352+
    3 BEDS $3,418+
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    1217 Grand Ave., Santa Rosa, CA 95404
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  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a stove and a refrigerator
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    155 Stony Point Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
    STUDIO $1,650
    1 BED $1,915
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a sink
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    3329 Claremont Court, Santa Rosa, CA 95405
    1 BED $1,950
    2 BEDS $2,450+
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Petaluma, CA rent trends

Rental prices in Petaluma, CA have increased by 1.3% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,778 to $2,814.

Check out the average rent prices in Petaluma by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,750, the average rent in Petaluma, CA is $2,814.

Average rent in Petaluma, CA

$2,814/mo Petaluma, CA average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Petaluma, CA is $2,814.

    What's the typical rent budget in Petaluma, CA?

    About 34% of apartment rents in Petaluma, CA range between $2,501-$3,000. Meanwhile, apartments around > $3,000 represent 29% of apartments. Around 34% of Petaluma’s apartments are in the $2,001-$2,500 price range. 3% of apartments are priced between $1,501-$2,000.

    The largest share of rentals in Petaluma, CA (34%) fall between $2,001-$2,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Petaluma, CA

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    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Petaluma, CA last updated?

    Prices and availability in Petaluma, CA were last updated on 17 Nov 2025.

    What are the best apartments in Petaluma, CA?

    The best apartments in Petaluma, CA are: Addison Ranch Apartments, Theatre Square Waterfront, Theatre Square Apartments, Theatre Square Apartments and La Via Apartments.

    What is the average rent in Petaluma, CA?

    The average rent in Petaluma, CA is $2,811.

    What is the price range for a studio apartment in Petaluma, CA?

    The price range for a studio apartment in Petaluma, CA is between $1,850 and $6,567.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Petaluma, CA?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Petaluma, CA is between $1,800 and $5,869.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Petaluma, CA?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Petaluma, CA is between $1,800 and $6,574.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Petaluma, CA?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Petaluma, CA is between $2,306 and $6,567.

    What type of rental buildings are in Petaluma, CA?

    In Petaluma, 36% of the residents are renting compared to 64% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 23% of Petaluma’s rentals, 40% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 37% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Petaluma, CA?

    The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Petaluma are about 29 years old, on average. Of these, 54% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 2 stories. About all of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 5% are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Petaluma, CA?

    Rental apartments in Petaluma come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 1% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 36% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 55% of all rentals in Petaluma. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

    Living in Petaluma, CA

    Petaluma is a scenic “NoCal” city, part of Sonoma County, that has strong ties to wine county. Situated on the banks of the Petaluma River, Petaluma is about 38 miles north of San Francisco. The Napa Valley wine region is even closer for renters who live there and is only about a 40-minute drive to the east. The weather is beautiful almost year-round in Petaluma, with long, arid, and hot summers, while the winters are pretty short. In this densely suburban region of California, renters love to get outdoors. The parks available near apartments for rent in Petaluma are Arroyo Park, Shollenberger Park, with wetlands and walking trails, and McNear Park, which has a leisure center and picnic tables. Local renters love the laid-back vibe and charm of this small town that has a booming dining scene of exceptional restaurants catering to the wine-loving crowd.

    Renting in Petaluma, CA

    Only around a third of people living in Petaluma are renters. The rental properties in Petaluma are spread out around town, but the downtown area is very popular with apartment-dwellers. The type of rental apartments available is typical pet-friendly places with large central courtyards that have pools, fitness centers, and walking trails. Most rental communities have two to three-story modern buildings that mostly cater to families raising children. The public schools are a big draw for young families looking to rent in Petaluma. Renters also like the fact that they are close to a central downtown area. The number of restaurants, breweries, antique shops, and small galleries attract people from all over the area. There is quite a music scene that is thriving, giving renters lots of entertainment options nearby.

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    Shopping in Petaluma, CA

    Along the Redwood Highway that runs right through Petaluma are various options for renters who enjoy shopping. These include the Plaza North Shopping Center, which has an indoor shopping part, many restaurants, beauty salons, a drugstore, and a unique Mexican grocery store, as well as Washington Square Shopping Center, which has a Safeway for groceries. For outlet shopping nearby, renters go to the Petaluma Premium Village Outlets, which has national chain stores at discount prices. Deer Creek Village and East Washington Place are two other large shopping plazas with access to many shops and big-box stores. The downtown area of Petaluma is where renters go to experience local artisan cheese shops, olive oil stores, antiques, and locally made goods.

    Transportation in Petaluma, CA

    Petaluma’s downtown area is very walkable, with lots of neighborhood amenities renters can walk to for food, home goods, and daily essentials. However, you will need a car in other areas of Petaluma. US Highway 101, or the Redwood Highway, is the main road that goes through town. For public transportation, Petaluma renters have access to several bus services that operate in the area. These include the Petaluma Transit, the Golden Gate Transit, and the Sonoma County Transit. There is a rail called the Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit, or “SMART” as the local renters call it. For air travel, two major airports are close to Petaluma: the San Francisco International Airport and the Oakland International Airport.

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