2900 Searidge St
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2900 Searidge St
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33360 Decker School Rd
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3709 Las Flores Canyon Rd, Unit D
3709 Las Flores Canyon Rd
MalibuCA90265
6456 Surfside Way
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22357 Pacific Coast Hwy, Unit 4
22357 Pacific Coast HwyMalibu, CA 90265
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22125 Pacific Coast Hwy
22125 Pacific Coast HwyMalibu, CA 90265
26668 Seagull Way
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22159 Pacific Coast Hwy
22159 Pacific Coast HwyMalibu, CA 90265
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3918 Las Flores Canyon RdMalibu, CA 90265
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22445 Pacific Coast Hwy
22445 Pacific Coast HwyMalibu, CA 90265
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22147 Pacific Coast HwyMalibu, CA 90265
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22227 Pacific Coast HwyMalibu, CA 90265
26664 Seagull Way
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3949 Las Flores Canyon Rd
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3949 Las Flores Canyon Rd
MalibuCA90265
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17606 Posetano Rd, Unit A
17606 Posetano RdPacific Palisades, CA 90272
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Malibu, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Malibu?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Malibu Studio Apartments | $2,947 | $2,600 | $3,295 |
| Cheap Malibu 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,731 | $3,700 | $6,495 |
| Cheap Malibu 2 Bedroom Apartments | $7,243 | $4,500 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Malibu 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,800 | $4,800 | $4,800 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Malibu, CA
Pricing Updated: 09/12/2026Current apartment rentals in the Malibu, CA area range in price from $2,600 to $12,000 with an overall median price of $5,954. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Malibu Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Malibu | $4,400 | $4,000 | 1 |
| Western Malibu | $5,100 | $3,700 | 2 |
| Central Malibu | $6,497 | $2,600 | 6 |
Cheapest Available Malibu Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18101 Coastline Dr | 2x2.5 | 2BR,2BA | $7,995 |
| Sea View Villas | Capri | 3BR,3BA | $24,999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malibu, CA
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Malibu area is the $8.04 price per square foot Capri Model at Sea View Villas in the in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood starting from $24,999. The second greatest value Malibu apartment is the 2x2.5 Model at 18101 Coastline Dr starting at $7,995 with a $3.33 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Malibu apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Sea View Villas | Capri | 3BR,3.5BA | $8.04 |
| 18101 Coastline Dr | 2x2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.33 |
| Malibu Coastline Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $4.80 |
| 3927 Las Flores Canyon Rd, Unit 1 | 3927 Las Flores Canyon Rd | 3BR,1BA | $4.36 |
| 22357 Pacific Coast Hwy, Unit 4 | 22357 Pacific Coast Hwy | 1BR,1BA | $5.33 |
| 17606 Posetano Rd, Unit A | 17606 Posetano Rd | Studio ,1BA | $8.24 |
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