
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mar Vista Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $700 (80 Rentals)
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Matteson by Category

11907 Brookhaven Ave, Unit studio

3730 S Sepulveda Blvd

12003 Louise Ave

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Westside Terrace Apartments

3432-3434 S Centinela Ave

12012 Washington Pl

12301-12307 Pacific Ave
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11729 W Washington Blvd, Unit A

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4021 1/2 McLaughlin Ave

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4019 1/2 McLaughlin Ave

Westwood Villa

2642 S Sepulveda Blvd

12766 Pacific Ave

11842 Venice Blvd.

2642 S. Sepulveda Blvd.

10961 Palms Blvd

12060 Culver Blvd
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Solaire Venice

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3714 Inglewood Blvd

3965 Inglewood Blvd

Sepulveda Court

4006 East Blvd

3595 S Sepulveda Blvd

3747 Sepulveda Blvd

12915 Venice Blvd

12017 Washington Pl
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3961 Moore St

12133 Mitchell Ave

12706 Venice Blvd

3761 S. Barrington Ave

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3526 S Centinela Ave

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3765 S Sepulveda Blvd
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11924 Avon Way

3585 Centinela

3967 Sawtelle Blvd

3754 South Sepulveda

11869 Washington Pl Unit D

Mitchell Arms

13117-13121 Venice Blvd

11081 Rose Ave

12621 Pacific Ave

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Mar Vista, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mar Vista?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar Vista Studio Apartments | $3,614 | $724 | $10,000+ |
| Mar Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,821 | $810 | $5,500 |
| Mar Vista 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,716 | $2,350 | $6,261 |
| Mar Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,181 | $3,399 | $6,595 |
| Mar Vista 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,995 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 80 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mar Vista Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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Cheapest Available Mar Vista Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mar Vista area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at 12706 Venice Blvd priced from $1,795. Westside Terrace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,859. Here are the most affordable Mar Vista apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12706 Venice Blvd | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Westside Terrace Apartments | Hollywood | Studio,1BA | $1,859 |
| 12012 Washington Pl | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| i4026 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| IW | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,990 |
| 4112 Grand View Blvd | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| 3747 Sepulveda Blvd | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mar Vista, CA
As of March 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mar Vista area is the $0.26 price per square foot Coliving Model at Haven Coliving - Penmar in the in the Venice Beach neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Mar Vista apartment is the Private Bedroom in Shared 5 Bed 3 Bath-E Model at Matteson by Category starting at $1,508 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Venice Beach neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mar Vista apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haven Coliving - Penmar | Coliving | 4BR,4BA | $0.26 |
| Matteson by Category | Private Bedroom in Shared 5 Bed 3 Bath-E | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| 4253 S Centinela Ave | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| 11260 Westminster Ave | 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| Champlin Properties | 2 bed 2 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| 10856 Rose Avenue, | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.44 |
| 3922 Tivoli Ave, Unit Home O’Neill | 3922 Tivoli Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Venice Blvd Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| 10920 Palms Blvd | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| 10961 Palms Blvd | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mar Vista Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mar Vista?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mar Vista is under $1,995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mar Vista?
The cheapest apartment in Mar Vista is Matteson by Category which is listed at $1,508, while the average apartment in Mar Vista costs $10,995.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mar Vista?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 21 regular apartments in Mar Vista that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Mar Vista?
Cheap apartments in Mar Vista have an average cost of $423 which is $10,572 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mar Vista.
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