What's the average rent in Petaluma, CA?

Rental Market Trends in Petaluma, CA

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SOURCE: TRULIA DATA

Rental market highlights

As of May 2026, the average rent in Petaluma, CA is $2,711 per month, which is 42% higher than the national average rent of $1,910 per month.

AVERAGE RENT

$2,711
-4.1%
-$115 decrease month-over-month
-3.2%
-$89 decrease year-over-year

AVAILABLE RENTALS

79

APARTMENTS

$2,396

HOUSES

$3,400

TOWNHOUSES

$1,900
As of May 2026, townhomes are the most affordable rental option in Petaluma, CA at $1,900 per month, while houses are the most expensive at $3,400 per month. Apartments average $2,396 per month, offering a mid-range alternative for renters.

Average rent by number of bedrooms

Floor plan typeAverage rent
1 Bedroom$2,250
2 Bedrooms$3,054
3 Bedrooms$3,675
4 Bedrooms$3,156
All$2,700
As of May 2026, the average rent for a 1 bedroom rental in Petaluma, CA is $2,250 per month, followed by $3,054 for a 2 bedroom rental, $3,675 for a 3 bedroom rental, and $3,156 for a 4 bedroom rental.

Average rent trends and rent ranges

Average rent price over time

In the past year, rent has decreased by -5% compared to the previous year, which is a $150 decrease.
This year (2026)
Last year (2025)

Rent distribution

35% of rentals have rent of $2,200-$2,999/month

Rental price range

The price range for rentals is $785 to $6,750.
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