


City Guide
Sonoma, CA
Overview
Sonoma, CA, is known for its vineyards and wineries. Sonoma has around 11,000 residents, so moving to Sonoma will provide a welcoming small-town feel. A noteworthy fact is that it has more acres of vineyards than Napa. Furthermore, Sonoma Plaza is eight acres in size and is the largest town plaza in California.
What’s it like to live in Sonoma, CA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Sonoma, CA you'll find that the median sale price is
$1,150,000
and homes stay on the market for 33 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Sonoma are $1,345,000
and $760,000
, respectively. Sonoma area townhouses have a median sale price of $549,000
, 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 Sonoma, CAExplore our Sonoma housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Sonoma home prices compare to other markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Sonoma, 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 Sonoma
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
Bonilla | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Mount Veeder | $1,750,000 | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Sonoma
See all homes for saleRental listings in Sonoma
See how much rent you can affordSee all rental listingsSonoma Migration & Relocation Trends
In Feb '25 - Apr '25, 23% of Sonoma homebuyers searched to move out of Sonoma, while 77% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Sonoma from outside metros.
- Honolulu homebuyers searched to move into Sonoma more than any other metro followed by Knoxville and Santa Barbara.
Where are people moving to Sonoma from?
- 77% of Sonoma homebuyers searched to stay within the Sonoma metropolitan area.
- Sacramento was the most popular destination among Sonoma homebuyers followed by Miami and Portland.
Where are people from Sonoma moving to?
Number of People Moving to Sonoma
least
most
People are moving to Sonoma from
Inbound | Net inflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Feb '25 - Apr '25 | ||
1 | 1,462 | ||
2 | 1,398 | ||
3 | 1,160 | ||
4 | 353 | ||
5 | 152 | ||
6 | 140 | ||
7 | 122 | ||
8 | 43 | ||
9 | 18 | ||
10 | 12 |
People are leaving Sonoma for
Outbound | Net outflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Feb '25 - Apr '25 | ||
1 | 12,404 | ||
2 | 2,260 | ||
3 | 1,891 | ||
4 | 1,572 | ||
5 | 1,425 | ||
6 | 1,196 | ||
7 | 1,167 | ||
8 | 1,127 | ||
9 | 923 | ||
10 | 920 |
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 Sonoma, CA ?
Some of the most popular things to do in Sonoma, CA range from visiting local parks, dining at some of the best restaurants in town, and enjoying local art. Home to many museums, make sure to check out the Sonoma Valley Museum of Art, California Missions Museum, and Sonoma Valley Historical Society. Transcendence Theatre Co Box Office and Sonoma Jazz Festival are among the many performing arts venues you can check out. Sonoma is known for its nature preserves and parks. You can spend time lounging in green spaces such as Depot Park, Sonoma Garden Park, and Sonoma Dog Park. You'll also find plenty of restaurants and charming cafes throughout the city. Make sure you grab a bite to eat at Lasalette Restaurant, La Casa Restaurant, and Santé Restaurant for a small taste of what this city has to offer.
Explore some of the best things to do in Sonoma
What's the best way to get around Sonoma, CA ?
Sonoma Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
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 2 car rental locations. Renting a bike is another good way to get around. There is 1 bike rental location.
Airports
Sonoma has 2 airports which allows you to easily travel.