Sonoma State University

Rohnert Park, CA

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Sonoma State University - Rohnert Park, CA

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What's better than a smaller university? A smaller university in the heart of Wine Country! Sonoma State University is one of the smallest in the California State University System, located on 269 acres near Rohnert Park. Sonoma State offers 92 bachelor degree programs and 19 master degree programs, and it is ranked as one of the top public schools in the West. It is also considered one of the most beautiful campuses in the country. The Seawolves participate in NCAA Division II as part of the California Collegiate Athletic division.

Situated about seven miles south of Santa Rosa and roughly 50 miles north of San Francisco, Rohnert Park is close to everything you love about Northern California -- including nearby wineries and vineyards. Rohnert Park dates back to about 1929, when a farmer named Waldo Emerson Rohnert purchased a large ranch in the area and started the Rohnert Seed Farm.

When looking for apartments near Sonoma State University, look on the east side of town, especially along Snyder Lane and Southwest Boulevard. To be near some of Sonoma State's most popular destinations like the Green Music Center and Sonoma State University Art Gallery, look near the intersection of Rohnert Park Expressway and Petaluma Hill Road.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Rohnert Park, CA is $1,798 for a studio, $2,043 for one bedroom, $2,394 for two bedrooms, and $3,105 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Rohnert Park has decreased by -0.1% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 508 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,798/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 668 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,043/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 960 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,394/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,332 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $3,105/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

57

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

56

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Evergreen Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

558 Students

6
out of 10

University Elementary At La Fiesta

Public

Grades K-5

224 Students

6
out of 10

Marguerite Hahn Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

468 Students

5
out of 10

John Reed Primary

Public

Grades K-5

378 Students

5
out of 10

Monte Vista Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

438 Students

4
out of 10

Lawrence E. Jones Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

791 Students

4
out of 10

Technology Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

426 Students

3
out of 10

Rancho Cotate High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,611 Students

5
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Sonoma State Univ. Observatory
  • Crane Creek Regional Park
  • Hunter Creek Trail
  • Fairfield Osborn Preserve
  • Colgan Creek Trail

Military Bases

Airports

  • Charles M Schulz - Sonoma County

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