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Santa Rosa, CA

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In the heart of wine country, an artistic community with flair to spare.

Quirky Artistic Outdoors Historic

The famous vineyards may be the big draw for visitors, but the broader culture of Santa Rosa and surrounding Sonoma County make it a delightful place to live, work, and play. The arts community ranges from the classical to the eccentric, with many outdoor festivals and other events taking advantage of the area’s unbeatable climate.

Naturally, the city is a paradise for wine aficionados, and the local breweries get high marks as well. Santa Rosa has done an excellent job preserving its historic homes and buildings, and many Victorian-era neighborhoods still appear as they did over a century ago. Of course, the gorgeous scenery doesn’t hurt either-- Northern California’s wild and rugged terrain surrounds Santa Rosa, making it easy to explore new trails and soak in fresh views after moving to your Santa Rosa rental.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Santa Rosa, CA is $1,237 for a studio, $1,860 for one bedroom, $2,287 for two bedrooms, and $2,764 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Santa Rosa has increased by 0.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,860/month
622 Sq Ft
House
$3,851/month
1,546 Sq Ft
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Transportation

61

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.

26

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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

Yulupa Elementary

Public

Grades K-3

579 Students

9
out of 10

Austin Creek Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

336 Students

9
out of 10

Robert L. Stevens Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

448 Students

7
out of 10

Luther Burbank Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

308 Students

7
out of 10

Sheppard Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

573 Students

6
out of 10

Rincon Valley Middle

Public

Grades 7-8

786 Students

5
out of 10

Herbert Slater Middle

Public

Grades 7-8

716 Students

3
out of 10

Santa Rosa Middle

Public

Grades 7-8

466 Students

2
out of 10

Hilliard Comstock Middle

Public

Grades 7-8

434 Students

2
out of 10

Lawrence Cook Middle

Public

Grades 7-8

448 Students

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Maria Carrillo High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,591 Students

8
out of 10

Santa Rosa High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,682 Students

6
out of 10

Montgomery High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,572 Students

5
out of 10

Piner High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,361 Students

4
out of 10

Elsie Allen High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,055 Students

2
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Luther Burbank Home & Gardens
  • SRJC Planetarium
  • Environmental Discovery Center
  • Spring Lake Regional Park
  • Hunter Creek Trail

Military Bases

Airports

  • Charles M Schulz - Sonoma County

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