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  2. Building Photo - Altura
    $288 Off
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    1 BED
    $2,536+
    2 BEDS
    $2,898+

    Altura

    1113 Baywood Dr, Petaluma, CA 94954
    (707) 665-1968
  6. The Artisan apartments — community photo - The Artisan
    1 BED
    $2,757+
    2 BEDS
    $3,411+
    3 BEDS
    $3,901+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,725 - $3,869
    Required Monthly Fees$32
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,757 - $3,901

    The Artisan

    55 Maria Dr, Petaluma, CA 94954
    (707) 665-1893
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    1 BED
    $2,709+
    2 BEDS
    $3,423+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,701 - $3,415
    Required Monthly Fees$8
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,709 - $3,423

    The Haven at Deer Creek

    495 N McDowell Blvd, Petaluma, CA 94954
    (707) 665-1536
  19. 4 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $5,500

    109 7th St

    109 7th St, Petaluma, CA 94952
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    Azure

    1400 Technology Ln, Petaluma, CA 94954

Petaluma at a Glance

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Petaluma, CA Apartments for Rent

Looking for the perfect apartment in Petaluma? This charming Sonoma County city offers more than just great wine—it's got the kind of downtown that makes you want to grab a coffee and explore. From sleek contemporary communities to character-filled historic spots, Petaluma apartments give you plenty of options, with one-bedrooms averaging around $2,446.

What makes renting in Petaluma such a smart move? You get that small-town feel with big-city perks, minus the San Francisco price tag. The downtown area is totally walkable—think local breweries, farm-to-table restaurants, and those quirky antique shops you'll spend Saturday afternoons browsing. Plus, when you need to head into the city, Highway 101 and the 101X bus make commuting way easier than you'd expect.

Life here revolves around the outdoors and good food. You can kayak the Petaluma River on weekends, hit the trails at Tolay Lake Regional Park, or just hang out at Walnut Park with your dog. The farmers' market is legendary (seriously, the produce is incredible), and with all those wine country restaurants nearby, your dinner options are endless. With a median household income around $111,755, it's a stable community where agriculture meets tech workers and everyone seems to appreciate the laid-back lifestyle. Whether you're into riverside strolls at Steamer Landing Park or checking out live music downtown, Petaluma apartments put you right in the middle of Northern California living at its finest.

Renting in Petaluma

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Casa Grande High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,653 Students
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Petaluma High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,193 Students
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Sonoma Mountain High (Continuation) School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
21 Students
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San Antonio High (Continuation) School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
65 Students
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Petaluma Accelerated Charter

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
115 Students
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Dual Language Immersion Academy Charter

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
31 Students
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Kenilworth Junior High School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
812 Students
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Dunham Charter

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
166 Students
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Dunham Charter School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
166 Students
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Sonoma Mountain Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
422 Students
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Sonoma Mountain Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
422 Students
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Meadow Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
384 Students

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Petaluma, CA

What are the average rent costs in Petaluma, CA?

The average rent in Petaluma, CA is $2,536.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Petaluma, CA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Petaluma, CA is $2,411.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Petaluma, CA?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Petaluma, CA is $2,536.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Petaluma, CA?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Petaluma, CA is $2,668.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Petaluma, CA?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Petaluma, CA is $3,524.

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Petaluma, CA?

The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Petaluma, CA is $2,478.

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