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Rental Market Trends in Cotati, CA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Cotati, CA is $1,115/month.

Rent in Cotati is 33% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,115/month

Average Rent

461 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.3%

Change / Year

20

Available Apartments

Cotati rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Cotati average $922 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Cotati average $1,115 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Cotati average $1,901 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Cotati average $1,385 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$922/month
350 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,115/month
461 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,901/month
890 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,385/month
250 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Cotati, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.3%, which averages out to $15 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Cotati, CA

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Cotati, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
17% $700 - $1,000/month
33% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
50% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Cotati, CA?

Because the average rent in Cotati is $1,115, you’ll want to make about $3,716 per month or $44,592 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Cotati, CA

20 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Cotati, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Cotati, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Rohnert Park

    Rohnert Park

    Avg Rent: $2,062/month

  • Penngrove

    Penngrove

    Avg Rent: $1,452/month

  • Santa Rosa

    Santa Rosa

    Avg Rent: $1,934/month

  • Petaluma

    Petaluma

    Avg Rent: $2,523/month

  • Sebastopol

    Sebastopol

    Avg Rent: $1,008/month

Apartment Communities in Cotati We Think You'll Love

The Grove Apartments

The Grove Apartments

7400 Bridgit Dr,
Rohnert Park, CA 94928

1 Bed | $1,799 - $1,925

Sonoma Park Apartments

Sonoma Park Apartments

7359 Boris Ct,
Rohnert Park, CA 94928

2 Beds | $2,400

Traverse

Traverse

181-187 Avram Ave,
Rohnert Park, CA 94928

2 Beds | $2,395

Brio Apartments

Brio Apartments

7300 Adrian Dr,
Rohnert Park, CA 94928

2 Beds | $2,350

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Cotati?

The average rent in Cotati is $1,115 per month, which is 33.0% lower than the national average of $1,665.

Are rents going up or down in Cotati?

Rents in Cotati, CA are increasing, with prices up 1.3% year-over-year and $15 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Cotati?

In Cotati, CA, 50% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California Cotati Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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