City Guide
Santa Rosa, CA
Overview
Santa Rosa, CA, is known for its location in Sonoma County and 60,000 acres of grape vineyards. Around 177,000 people live in Santa Rosa, making it the largest city in Sonoma County. A fun fact about Santa Rosa is that it is home to the Charles M. Schulz Museum, a tribute to the beloved "Peanuts" cartoonist. Another fun fact is that Santa Rosa is home to the Cyclisk monument, a 65-foot column created from 340 bicycles.
What’s it like to live in Santa Rosa, CA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Santa Rosa, CA you'll find that the median sale price is
$725,000
and homes stay on the market for 43 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Santa Rosa are $745,000
and $414,500
, respectively. Santa Rosa area townhouses have a median sale price of $524,750
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Santa Rosa, CAExplore our Santa Rosa housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Santa Rosa home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Santa Rosa rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Santa Rosa rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Santa Rosa, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Santa Rosa
| Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakmont | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Fountaingrove | $1,305,000 | 40 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Oakmont Village | $757,000 | 65 / 100 | 12 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| Bennett Valley | $1,400,000 | -- | 13 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| Cotati / Rohnert Park | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
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Santa Rosa Migration & Relocation Trends
In Jun '24 - Aug '24, 23% of Santa Rosa homebuyers searched to move out of Santa Rosa, while 77% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Santa Rosa from outside metros.
- Honolulu homebuyers searched to move into Santa Rosa more than any other metro followed by New York and Pensacola.
Where are people moving to Santa Rosa from?
- 77% of Santa Rosa homebuyers searched to stay within the Santa Rosa metropolitan area.
Where are people from Santa Rosa moving to?
Number of People Moving to Santa Rosa
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most
People are moving to Santa Rosa from
| Inbound | Net inflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Jun '24 - Aug '24 | ||
| 1 | 1,291 | ||
| 2 | 519 | ||
| 3 | 133 | ||
| 4 | 98 | ||
| 5 | 70 | ||
| 6 | 66 | ||
| 7 | 55 | ||
| 8 | 11 | ||
| 9 | 2 | ||
| 10 | 2 | ||
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Santa Rosa, CA ?
Santa Rosa, CA, boasts a wide array of activities from dining at delicious restaurants to visiting one of the many parks. Santa Rosa has a lot of popular museums including Charles M Schulz Museum, Children's Museum of Sonoma County, and Pacific Coast Air Museum, all of which are frequented by tourists and locals alike. There's a vibrant arts and culture scene, with performing arts venues like 6th Street Playhouse and Luther Burbank Center for the Arts. There are plenty of green spaces to be found throughout Santa Rosa. For example, you can enjoy a picnic or run through many parks, like Spring Lake Park, Howarth Park, or Annadel State Park. Royal China Restaurant, East West Cafe & Restaurant, and La Texanita Restaurant are some of the many restaurants to check out while in Santa Rosa.
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What's the best way to get around Santa Rosa, CA ?
The best way to get around Santa Rosa is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Santa Rosa has a walk score of 47, meaning this area is car dependent. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. Santa Rosa has a transit score of 27, with a few nearby public transportation options. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 95404, 95401 and 95403. You can also get around Santa Rosa by bike. With a bike score of 51, there is some amount of infrastructure for biking.
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Santa Rosa Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Santa Rosa has 1 heavy rail station; Sonoma Marin Smart Area Rail Transit. This means you might be able to use heavy rail to commute or travel, depending on where you live and where you want to go.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 24 car rental locations. Renting a bike is another good way to get around. There are 2 bike rental locations.
Airports
Santa Rosa has 1 airport which allows you to easily travel.
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