
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Malibu, CA from $1,600 (16 Rentals)
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2900 Searidge St

6459 Kanan Dume Rd, Unit Malibu Garden Condo

6216 Paseo Canyon Dr, Unit B

3709 Las Flores Canyon Rd, Unit D
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33360 Decker School Rd

22125 Pacific Coast Hwy

22159 Pacific Coast Hwy

The Malibuan

2900 Searidge St
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22445 Pacific Coast Hwy

Carbon Beach Bunglows

22343 Pacific Coast Hwy

Malibu Cove Apartments

33383 Mulholland Hwy
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6456 Surfside Way
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Malibu?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Malibu Studio Apartments | $3,066 | $2,750 | $3,500 |
| Cheap Malibu 1 Bedroom Apartments | $6,750 | $6,750 | $6,750 |
| Cheap Malibu 2 Bedroom Apartments | $7,112 | $5,000 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Malibu 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,300 | $7,300 | $7,300 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Malibu, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/29/2026Current apartment rentals in the Malibu, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Malibu Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Malibu | $7,000 | $5,000 | 3 |
| Western Malibu | $7,000 | $3,500 | 1 |
| Eastern Malibu | $7,300 | $2,750 | 3 |
Cheapest Available Malibu Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu Coastline Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $5,995 |
| 18101 Coastline Dr | 2x2.5 | 2BR,2BA | $8,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malibu, CA
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Malibu area is the $3.71 price per square foot 2x2.5 Model at 18101 Coastline Dr in the starting from $8,895. The second greatest value Malibu apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Malibu Coastline Apartments starting at $5,995 with a $4.80 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18101 Coastline Dr | 2x2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.71 |
| Malibu Coastline Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $4.80 |
| 22607 Pacific Coast Hwy | 22607 Pacific Coast Hwy | Studio ,1BA | $11.46 |
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Malibu is starting from $5,995 at Malibu Coastline Apartments.
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