Apartments For Rent in Sonora, CA

23 rentals

Apartments For Rent Near Sonora, CA

We found 30 more apartments matching your filters just outside Sonora

What Locals Say about Sonora

Review Highlights

Sonora energizes Sierra foothills living: small-town ease, walkable historic core, outdoor escapes. People love the friendly vibe, walkable downtown, and quick access to trails and lakes. They dislike limited jobs, scarce transit, narrow roads, and housing that’s hard to find.
AI-generated summary of moderated reviews.
Flag
  • Roycastrojr
    "I have lived her most of my life it is a hidden gem, that has low crime and good people, and plenty to do"
    0
    Flag
  • Jpma23
    "It’s a rural area yet it has a safe community feeling with access to a lot of things that you might get in a big city "
    0
    Flag
  • Sharonanne3755
    "I see people walking their dogs and bike riding and just plain walking in our neighborhood. It’s a great neighborhood to live and in"
    0
    Flag
  • my5clan
    "Not a lot of job opportunities in Sonora. Most people have to commute down into the valley to get a decent salary."
    0
    Flag
  • Souzacloe20
    "Easy to get around, friendly neighborhood, stores are very close and walking distance almost everywhere you go. "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "They wpuld like it if there was a dog park near by but sadly there are only hiking trails. The city really should make or designate q gated dog park"
    0
    Flag
  • Reneediaztc
    "Love this area, a mile or two from downtown and shopping. Easy access to/from highway. Everyone is friendly and helpful"
    0
    Flag
  • Jesse
    "Parade days, farmers market, county fair, we enjoy 2nd Saturday main street event every month where businesses stay open later and host live music. "
    0
    Flag
  • Saadream4
    "No traffic if you are traveling locally but if you need to travel for work outside of Jamestown towards Oakdale then it can be very time consuming. There are a lot of one lane highways that can get congested depending on the time and day. "
    5
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Houses & yards are well kept. Most neighbors are friendly. Older residents as well as young families live in Lambert Lake. "
    2
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Everyone drives their own cars. Schools have school bus service. Friendly neighborhood. Very safe also. "
    1
    Flag
  • Dehorn7
    "I always see people walking their dogs, but they do not pick up after their dogs. Dogs seem friendly though. "
    17
    Flag
  • Chrisabbot
    "I work close to home. Because of the winter here, it's a good idea to have an SUV. Very little public transportation."
    6
    Flag
  • Bethany W.
    "A lot of people own dogs in our neighborhood however there are some people who do not follow leash laws but they are in the minority. "
    2
    Flag
  • Kapardue326
    "Great place to love but not a lot of things for young adults so they seem to have drug and alcohol addictions..."
    0
    Flag
  • Hildrethlynne
    "Awesome dog neighborhood . People walk dogs on the ditch and the streets. On the whole everyone is dog friendly here. There is enough property for the dogs to roam freely"
    0
    Flag
  • Brittaney S.
    "Parades during Christmas and Mother’s Day as well as quite a few community activities for children during Easter, Halloween, and Christmas."
    0
    Flag
  • Kyler J.
    "We do Halloween and Christmas and thanksgiving and all the holidays and I love my neighborhood and I love potatoes "
    0
    Flag
  • Peanutnemesis777
    "Beautiful mountain town. Low crime- great community. Great schools. Wonderful place to raise kids. Love the wildlife and weather"
    3
    Flag
  • Bruceabbot
    "Thank you , we are so grateful to be here. Sonora is a wonderful community. There is no traffic and no freeway "
    3
    Flag
  • Cathryn
    "We have lived in our home in Sonora for 32 years & love the area. We are close to lakes, rivers, and winter sports. We have the seasons here as well. "
    6
    Flag
  • Kyle G.
    "we walk our dogs all the time and you always run into more people walking their dogs. most are friendly dogs and people"
    0
    Flag
  • Jessicagary63012
    "community garage sales, pool parties. bbq at the clubhouse. private parties at the clubhouse. neighborhood watch program "
    0
    Flag
  • Peacedaisy73
    "This is a nice area with lots of outdoor activities . I feel safe to walk at night. There are lots of jobs in this area"
    2
    Flag
  • Peacedaisy73
    "There isn’t a lot of crime here. And Sonora has a lot of family oriented activities . There are a lot of parades here too. "
    0
    Flag
  • Deborah S.
    "There are no sidewalks here and most streets aren’t wide enough for two cars to pass. If you see a car coming the opposite direction somebody has to back up. The City does not haul yard waste away or remove downed trees limbs."
    6
    Flag
  • Norbilla
    "I’ve lived here for over 20 years, great neighborhood, and a good place to raise a family. Great community "
    5
    Flag
  • Peacedaisy73
    "I currently live in downtown Sonora. I love the area. Lots of small businesses and I’m in walking distance to all the shops downtown. It only takes about 5 minutes to get to my job."
    3
    Flag
  • Catelin.jean
    "People walk their dogs and their kids in the neighborhood all the time. It’s a little gravel road with half a dozen houses or so. It’s pretty safe just watch out for a few construction guys driving too fast."
    0
    Flag
  • Backroadron
    "We are a dog friendly community! Your dog poops and you just pick up after the dog! Everybody is happy that way!!"
    0
    Flag
  • Carsnert
    "All kinds of things make it great, parades, craft fairs, special events there are so many to mention "
    0
    Flag
  • Debramilz
    "We have lived in this area for 25 years. We all look out for each other. It’s a great place to live. "
    0
    Flag
  • DELETE A.
    "large pieces of land, wild animals, privacy, quiet, beautiful, close to town, close to fishing, friendly people, most of what you need in town, nice restaurants. "
    0
    Flag
  • Debbie
    "Private , peaceful , tranquility Nature, trails , creek, old growth forest, BLM, lake , No road noise, Neighbors are part-time and pleasant. Great resort feeling "
    4
    Flag
  • Katelyn T.
    "I love that we are in a small city but we are in the heart of the foothills still. Housing is hard to find though. "
    3
    Flag
  • Carol A. S.
    "Super well kept area. Quiet, clean and immaculately maintained throughout the park. Terrific pool and clubhouse and spa. Very very nice for a great price."
    0
    Flag

Average Rent Trends in Sonora, CA

Rent in Sonora, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent increased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Aug 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jun 2025$1,800
Jul 2025$1,800
Aug 2025$2,140
Sep 2025$2,100
Oct 2025$1,795
Nov 2025$1,995
Dec 2025$1,850
Jan 2026$2,000
Feb 2026$1,795
Mar 2026$1,675
Apr 2026$1,800
May 2026$1,825
View as a graph

Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In May 2026, Townhomes were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Apartments and Condos and Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$1,300$1,600$2,200$2,900$1,895
Townhomes$1,250$1,750$2,295—$1,250
Apartments and Condos$1,364$1,700$1,950—$1,690
Houses$2,300$1,600$2,200$2,900$2,200
See more information about local market trends in Sonora, CA

Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Sonora, CA

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Sonora, CA?
    The average rent of an apartment in Sonora, CA is $1,473 per month. This is about 24% lower than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a house in Sonora, CA?
    The average rent of a house in Sonora, CA is $2,200 per month. This is about 14% higher than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a townhome in Sonora, CA?
    The average rent of a townhome in Sonora, CA is $1,250 per month. This is about 35% lower than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Sonora, CA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Sonora, CA was lowest in Mar 2025 when it was $1,400 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Sonora, CA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Sonora, CA was highest in Aug 2025 when it was $2,140 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Sonora, CA?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Sonora, CA is $1,300 per month. That is about $50 less than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in Sonora, CA?
    There are 25 available rental listings in Sonora, CA.
  • What are some zip codes in Sonora, CA?
    Sonora, CA includes zip codes such as: 95370, 95321, 95373.
  • What are some cities near Sonora, CA?
    Some nearby cities include: Soulsbyville, Tuolumne, Columbia, Twain Harte, Vallecito. These cities may have more rental options to explore.