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Listings in Santa Rosa, CA

Welcome to Santa Rosa, the Sonoma County seat and largest city in California's Wine Country, a North Bay hub known for its food, wine, and outdoors.

Santa Rosa is the county seat and largest city of Sonoma County, California, in the North Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area. Set along U.S. Route 101 about fifty-five miles north of San Francisco, it is the largest city in California's Wine Country and the Redwood Coast, with roughly 178,000 residents. Santa Rosa anchors the county as its government, healthcare, retail, and cultural hub. The city's history runs deep. It was founded in 1833 by Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo and named for St. Rose of Lima, then grew into the seat of Sonoma County in 1854 and an incorporated city in 1867. By 1870 it was the eighth-largest city in California. The Northwestern Pacific Railroad's arrival in 1871 shaped the downtown, particularly the Railroad Square district that still stands as the city's historic core. Modern Santa Rosa's economy is diverse. Wine and food anchor its identity — it sits at the crossroads of the Russian River Valley, Dry Creek, and Sonoma Valley appellations — while healthcare is a major employer through the county's three hospitals. The city is also the adopted home of Peanuts creator Charles M. Schulz, whose museum draws visitors from around the world. Santa Rosa City Schools, the largest district in Sonoma County, serves nearly 16,000 students across two dozen schools. Transportation has been reshaped by SMART, the Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit system, which runs from Santa Rosa and the Sonoma County Airport south through Petaluma and Novato toward Larkspur and its ferry connection to San Francisco. Highway 101 remains the principal auto corridor for commuters to the Bay Area. Recreation is a defining feature: Trione-Annadel State Park and the Santa Rosa Creek Trail offer hiking, biking, and open space within the city, while the Russian River, the Sonoma Coast, and the redwoods lie within easy reach. Santa Rosa suits people who want Wine Country living with a genuine city's jobs, schools, and services.

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Listings 865
Population 178,127
County Sonoma County
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Houses in Santa Rosa, CA

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11780 Barranca Road
$2,150,000
V1-38565
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11780 Barranca Road Santa Rosa, CA 93012
4 Beds bathtub 3 Baths straighten 3355 sq ft
RE/MAX Gold Coast REALTORS
492 Umland Drive
$599,000
ML82059990
For Sale
492 Umland Drive Santa Rosa, CA 95401
3 Beds bathtub 2 Baths straighten 1380 sq ft
eXp Realty of California Inc
2324 Bellam Ct
$660,000
41146707
For Sale
2324 Bellam Ct Santa Rosa, CA 95401
3 Beds bathtub 2.5 Baths straighten 1572 sq ft
CES Premier Real Estate Servic
13784 Pacific Breeze Drive
$4,299,000
V1-38295
For Sale
13784 Pacific Breeze Drive Santa Rosa, CA 93012
5 Beds bathtub 6.5 Baths straighten 7005 sq ft
Coldwell Banker Realty
815 Wild Oak Dr
$1,120,000
41144859
For Sale
815 Wild Oak Dr Santa Rosa, CA 95409
3 Beds bathtub 2.5 Baths straighten 2276 sq ft
Opendoor Brokerage Inc.
672 Irwin Lane
$1,430,000
ML82041852
For Sale
672 Irwin Lane Santa Rosa, CA 95401
4 Beds bathtub 4 Baths straighten 2714 sq ft
Casa Nova Realtors Inc.
10840 Santa Rosa Road
$2,320,000
V1-34969
For Sale
10840 Santa Rosa Road Santa Rosa, CA 93012
8 Beds bathtub 6 Baths straighten 5358 sq ft
LIV Sotheby's International Realty
11200 Santa Rosa Road
$3,399,000
SR26121374
For Sale
11200 Santa Rosa Road Santa Rosa, CA 93012
6 Beds bathtub 6.5 Baths straighten 5837 sq ft
Toll Brothers, Inc.
2545 Barley
$1,175,000
PW26003138
For Sale
2545 Barley Santa Rosa, CA 95403
5 Beds bathtub 4.5 Baths straighten 2910 sq ft
Home Saver Realty
241 Barham Avenue
$599,000
PW26105403
For Sale
241 Barham Avenue Santa Rosa, CA 95407
2 Beds bathtub 1 Baths straighten 900 sq ft
New Century Realtors
2291 Bliss Ranch Road
$3,397,000
SR25250683
For Sale
2291 Bliss Ranch Road Santa Rosa, CA 93012
6 Beds bathtub 6.25 Baths straighten 5614 sq ft
Toll Brothers, Inc.
3233 Nielsen Court
$998,000
ML81928526
For Sale
3233 Nielsen Court Santa Rosa, CA 95404
6 Beds bathtub 5 Baths straighten 4078 sq ft
Coldwell Banker Realty
Address Not Shown
$1,399,000
ML81899395
For Sale
Address Not Shown Santa Rosa, CA 95404
3 Beds bathtub 2 Baths straighten 2368 sq ft
Coldwell Banker Realty

Lots & Land in Santa Rosa, CA

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3567 Fir Hollow Ct
$299,000
41138365
For Sale
3567 Fir Hollow Ct Santa Rosa, CA 95403
BR Realty
3715 Stanhope Court
$360,000
ML82040886
For Sale
3715 Stanhope Court Santa Rosa, CA 95404
KW Advisors
595 Dutton Avenue
$569,000
25597717
For Sale
595 Dutton Avenue Santa Rosa, CA 95407
Marcus & Millichap
3776 Skyfarm Drive
$450,000
ML82032994
For Sale
3776 Skyfarm Drive Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Beycome Brokerage Realty Inc.
3742 Darlington Ct
$349,900
41120359
For Sale
3742 Darlington Ct Santa Rosa, CA 95404
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trending_down Price Reductions 0
payments Median Sale Price $743,500 -0.4%
square_foot Price per Sq Ft $487
schedule Avg Days on Market 1
sell Homes Sold 406
percent Sale-to-List Ratio 100.0%
inventory_2 Months of Inventory 4.2

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11780 Barranca Road For Sale
$2,150,000
11780 Barranca RoadSanta Rosa, CA 93012
  • 4 bd
  • 3 ba
  • 3355 sqft
  • Built 1979
  • V1-38565
RE/MAX Gold Coast REALTORS
492 Umland Drive For Sale
$599,000
492 Umland DriveSanta Rosa, CA 95401
  • 3 bd
  • 2 ba
  • 1380 sqft
  • Built 1967
  • ML82059990
eXp Realty of California Inc
2324 Bellam Ct For Sale
$660,000
2324 Bellam CtSanta Rosa, CA 95401
  • 3 bd
  • 2.5 ba
  • 1572 sqft
  • Built 1989
  • 41146707
CES Premier Real Estate Servic
13784 Pacific Breeze Drive For Sale
$4,299,000
13784 Pacific Breeze DriveSanta Rosa, CA 93012
  • 5 bd
  • 6.5 ba
  • 7005 sqft
  • Built 2007
  • V1-38295
Coldwell Banker Realty
815 Wild Oak Dr For Sale
$1,120,000
815 Wild Oak DrSanta Rosa, CA 95409
  • 3 bd
  • 2.5 ba
  • 2276 sqft
  • Built 1980
  • 41144859
Opendoor Brokerage Inc.
672 Irwin Lane For Sale
$1,430,000
672 Irwin LaneSanta Rosa, CA 95401
  • 4 bd
  • 4 ba
  • 2714 sqft
  • Built 1986
  • ML82041852
Casa Nova Realtors Inc.
10840 Santa Rosa Road For Sale
$2,320,000
10840 Santa Rosa RoadSanta Rosa, CA 93012
  • 8 bd
  • 6 ba
  • 5358 sqft
  • Built 1965
  • V1-34969
LIV Sotheby's International Realty
11200 Santa Rosa Road For Sale
$3,399,000
11200 Santa Rosa RoadSanta Rosa, CA 93012
  • 6 bd
  • 6.5 ba
  • 5837 sqft
  • Built 2026
  • SR26121374
Toll Brothers, Inc.
2545 Barley For Sale
$1,175,000
2545 BarleySanta Rosa, CA 95403
  • 5 bd
  • 4.5 ba
  • 2910 sqft
  • Built 2019
  • PW26003138
Home Saver Realty
241 Barham Avenue For Sale
$599,000
241 Barham AvenueSanta Rosa, CA 95407
  • 2 bd
  • 1 ba
  • 900 sqft
  • Built 1949
  • PW26105403
New Century Realtors
2291 Bliss Ranch Road For Sale
$3,397,000
2291 Bliss Ranch RoadSanta Rosa, CA 93012
  • 6 bd
  • 6.25 ba
  • 5614 sqft
  • Built 2026
  • SR25250683
Toll Brothers, Inc.
3233 Nielsen Court For Sale
$998,000
3233 Nielsen CourtSanta Rosa, CA 95404
  • 6 bd
  • 5 ba
  • 4078 sqft
  • Built 1996
  • ML81928526
Coldwell Banker Realty
Address Not Shown For Sale
$1,399,000
Address Not ShownSanta Rosa, CA 95404
  • 3 bd
  • 2 ba
  • 2368 sqft
  • Built 1987
  • ML81899395
Coldwell Banker Realty
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About Santa Rosa

Real Estate & Housing

Santa Rosa's housing spans the full range of a mid-sized city: established prewar neighborhoods near downtown and Railroad Square, mid-century ranch tracts spread across the city's east side, and newer suburban subdivisions on the fringe. Single-family homes dominate, with apartments and condominiums concentrated near downtown, the Junior College area, and the Highway 101 corridor. The 2017 Tubbs Fire reshaped parts of the city's northeastern edge, and rebuilding introduced newer construction into formerly older neighborhoods. Compared with the broader Bay Area, Santa Rosa offers more space for the price, though Wine Country demand keeps the market competitive.

Neighborhoods

Santa Rosa's neighborhoods range from historic to suburban. Railroad Square, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, anchors the old town with its early-20th-century buildings, restaurants, and the SMART station. The West End, between Highway 101 and the Santa Rosa Creek Trail, offers walkable older streets. Downtown holds the civic center, shops, and the county government complex. To the east, neighborhoods like Bennett Valley and the areas around Annadel offer hillside and larger-lot homes, while the western and northern stretches blend established tracts with newer development. Each area carries a distinct character within the city's Wine Country setting.

Lifestyle in Santa Rosa

Santa Rosa combines Wine Country ease with a real city's amenities. Dining and craft beverage culture are central — farm-to-table restaurants, breweries, and tasting rooms draw from Sonoma County's agriculture — and the Railroad Square and downtown districts host farmers markets, festivals, and arts events. The Charles M. Schulz Museum and the Luther Burbank Home and Gardens add cultural depth. Residents balance an outdoors-oriented lifestyle with convenient errands, healthcare, and schools. Weekend escapes to the Russian River, the Sonoma Coast, and the region's vineyards are minutes away, while San Francisco is a train or drive down Highway 101.

Schools & Education

Santa Rosa is served primarily by Santa Rosa City Schools, the largest school district in Sonoma County, with roughly 16,000 students across about two dozen elementary, middle, and high schools. The district traces its roots to 1858. Neighboring districts, including Rincon Valley and Bennett Valley, serve portions of the surrounding area, and Santa Rosa Junior College provides an extensive community-college pathway. Sonoma State University in nearby Rohnert Park offers four-year degrees, and numerous private and charter schools round out local options.

Getting Around

Santa Rosa sits on U.S. Route 101, the North Bay's principal freeway, connecting the city to San Francisco about fifty-five miles south and to the Redwood Coast north. SMART, the Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit line, runs from the Sonoma County Airport and Santa Rosa south through Petaluma and Novato to Larkspur, where ferries connect to San Francisco. Local CityBus transit and Golden Gate Transit serve the area, and the Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport offers regional flights. Commuting to the Bay Area is a daily reality for many residents, by car, train, or ferry.

Parks & Recreation

Outdoor recreation is woven into daily life in Santa Rosa. Trione-Annadel State Park, on the city's eastern edge, offers miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding around Lake Ilsanjo, with spring wildflowers a signature draw. The Santa Rosa Creek Trail and the city's network of parks and creekside paths support walking and cycling. Nearby, Spring Lake Regional Park and Howarth Park add boating, swimming, and family recreation. The Russian River, Sonoma Coast beaches, and redwood groves of western Sonoma County are all within a short drive.

About Santa Rosa

Frequently asked questions

What county is Santa Rosa in?

Santa Rosa is in Sonoma County, California, and serves as the county seat. It lies in the North Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area, along U.S. Route 101.

How far is Santa Rosa from San Francisco?

Santa Rosa is about fifty-five miles north of San Francisco along U.S. Route 101. The SMART train runs south to Larkspur, where ferries connect across the bay to San Francisco.

What is Santa Rosa known for?

Santa Rosa is known as the largest city in California's Wine Country and the seat of Sonoma County. It is home to the Charles M. Schulz Museum, a major food and wine scene, and historic Railroad Square.

What school district serves Santa Rosa?

Santa Rosa is served primarily by Santa Rosa City Schools, the largest school district in Sonoma County, with roughly 16,000 students across about two dozen elementary, middle, and high schools. Santa Rosa Junior College and nearby Sonoma State University provide higher education.

Does Santa Rosa have train service?

Yes. Santa Rosa is served by SMART, the Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit line, which runs from the Sonoma County Airport and Santa Rosa south through Petaluma and Novato to Larkspur, where ferries connect to San Francisco.

What is there to do in Santa Rosa?

Santa Rosa offers hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding at Trione-Annadel State Park, the Santa Rosa Creek Trail, and nearby Spring Lake and Howarth parks. The Russian River, Sonoma Coast, and redwood groves of western Sonoma County are within a short drive.

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