Written by Ted Aanestad, SOMO Realty
Sonoma County’s market continues to evolve, and Rohnert Park is right at the center of it.
Whether you’re considering your first home, thinking about investing, or curious about local developments, one thing’s for sure: there’s plenty happening.
Here are four of the most common questions I’ve been getting lately—and my take on what they mean for buyers looking at Rohnert Park and SOMO Village.
Over the past decade, home values in Rohnert Park have risen about 80%. That works out to an average annual appreciation of roughly 6–7% each year.
Much of that growth was driven by historically low interest rates and strong demand from people moving into Sonoma County. The past five years, in particular, saw a surge in pricing as more buyers competed for limited inventory.
While I don’t expect another 80% spike like we’ve seen in the past decade, I’m still optimistic about Rohnert Park’s growth.
Looking ahead, I estimate appreciation could land somewhere between 30–60% over the next ten years. That translates to a conservative annual increase of around 4.5–5.5%.
If interest rates were to drop back to levels we saw five years ago, we might see even higher gains. But even in the current interest rate environment, Rohnert Park remains appealing.
Its location near Marin and San Francisco, and large-scale projects like SOMO Village, are powerful drivers of long-term value.
Right now, we’re at an exciting stage with SOMO Village. The first major residential build—Unity at SOMO Village—is underway.
Unity consists of 32 luxury-style condos. Each is three stories with two-car garages and high-end finishes. There are two distinct floor plans, offering either three bedrooms with two and a half baths or up to three full baths, depending on the unit.
We started with Unity because it’s a high-density build right next to the future downtown, offering the lowest price point for getting into SOMO Village. The developer’s goal is to make each stage of SOMO Village a stepping stone. Buyers who purchase early can build equity and eventually “step up” into future phases—moving into larger homes or bigger lots as the community grows.
It’s a strategic approach that helps residents grow along with the development, rather than feeling priced out later on.
In my view, the question isn’t so much “when should I buy?”—it’s “how long do I plan to hold this property?”
The earlier you can get into the market, the more time you give your investment to appreciate.
And right now, with major projects like SOMO Village in early stages, it’s a great time to buy in Rohnert Park.
Buying into a project at the ground floor often means you can ride the wave of future appreciation as the area develops around you. Over the next five to ten years, I expect homeowners here to see significant gains.
I hope these answers help give you a clearer picture of where Rohnert Park—and SOMO Village—are headed.
If you’re thinking about buying, selling, or just want to talk through your options, don’t hesitate to reach out. I’m always happy to help you navigate the Sonoma County market.
Curious about opportunities in Rohnert Park or SOMO Village? Let’s connect and explore your options. You can also browse our current listings if you’d like to learn more.