
Apartments for Rent in Malibu, CA (328 Rentals)


18101 Coastline Dr

22357 Pacific Coast Hwy, Unit 4

33360 Decker School Rd

23901 Civic Center Way, Unit MCV 2/2

23963 De Ville Way

11954 Oceanaire Ln

2900 Searidge St

18069 W Coastline Dr

18071 W Coastline Dr
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25119 Malibu Rd

25154 Malibu Rd

6481 Kanan Dume Rd

29500 Heathercliff Rd

11874 Coral Reef Ln

11900 Whitewater Ln

11770 Pacific Coast Hwy

11874 S Beach Club Way

42602 Pacific Coast Hwy

42580 Pacific Coast Hwy
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2900 Searidge St

22343 Pacific Coast Hwy

33383 Mulholland Hwy

6456 Surfside Way

3949 Las Flores Canyon Rd

6475 Kanan Dume Rd

6468 Cavalleri Rd

23901 Civic Center Way

3950 Las Flores Canyon Rd

6467 Sycamore Meadows Dr
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11954 Oceanaire Ln

32628 Pacific Coast Hwy

29239 Heathercliff Rd

6483 Zuma View Pl

31215 Pacific Coast Hwy

25366 Malibu Rd

6232 Tapia Dr

28711 CA-1

28711 Pacific Coast Hwy

3065 S Foose Rd
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6798 Las Olas Way

28248 Rey De Copas Ln

29242 Heathercliff Rd

22607 Pacific Coast Hwy

4440 Encinal Canyon Rd

6208 Tapia Dr

18101 W Coastline Dr

27355 Pacific Coast Hwy

18063 W Coastline Dr

7273 Birdview Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Malibu?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu Studio Apartments | $3,495 | $3,495 | $3,495 |
| Malibu 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,247 | $4,000 | $6,495 |
| Malibu 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,792 | $4,500 | $10,000+ |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Malibu?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $8,780 | $3,495 | $10,000+ |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $22,089 | $6,600 | $10,000+ |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $30,284 | $7,000 | $10,000+ |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $44,279 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $49,100 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| 7 Bedroom Homes | $64,211 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Malibu
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in Malibu, CA?
As of today, August 22, 2026, there are currently 328 available Malibu apartments priced from $3,495 to $10,250, with an average monthly rent of $6,300.
What Malibu neighborhoods have the most available apartments?
There are 3 neighborhoods in the Malibu area with available listings as of today. The three neighborhoods with the most options are West Los Angeles with 5,765 listings, Venice Beach with 3,222 listings, and Sawtelle with 2,015 listings.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Malibu cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Malibu range from $4,500 to $10,250. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $6,792.
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