Houses for Rent in Santa Rosa, California

Explore Wonderful Houses for Rent in Santa Rosa, CA

Santa Rosa is located in Sonoma County, north of San Francisco and west of Sacramento. It's in the heart of wine country, and full of museums, restaurants and parks for residents to explore. Homes for rent in Santa Rosa give families access to places like the Railroad Square Historic District, where there's fine dining for every taste and a large range of shops, including several antique stores. At Howarth Park, families can boat, fish, and play on the playgrounds. It also has an amusement center that features a miniature train, a carousel and pony rides.

Facts for Renters

• The first people to live in Santa Rosa were the Pomo Native Americans. They were recognized as a sovereign nation starting in 1915. Today, many of its members live in the Dry Creek Rancheria in Santa Rosa. The Pomo are made up of 21 groups speaking 7 different languages.
• The area has a long history of cattle ranching. It was once used as a slaughtering ground, and the Spanish phrase for "the slaughter" was given as a name to the Matanzas Creek.
• Residents can participate in several city-sponsored community events. There are many 5K and half marathon races, as well as the Santa Rosa Marathon, which acts as a qualifying race for the Boston Marathon. There are movies in the park during the summer, and festivals like the Splash Bash BBQ for families to attend.

Resources for Renters

• Residents can read the Press Democrat for local and national news as well as lifestyle and business articles.
• The City of Santa Rosa page has information on community involvement, recreational opportunities and services offered by the city.
• The Santa Rosa Convention and Visitors Bureau site gives renters a full listing of events, restaurants and entertainment options in the region.