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22445 Pacific Coast Hwy
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Malibu?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Malibu Studio Apartments | $2,587 | $2,200 | $2,975 |
Cheap Malibu 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,035 | $2,850 | $5,900 |
Cheap Malibu 2 Bedroom Apartments | $8,297 | $6,495 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Malibu 3 Bedroom Apartments | $12,900 | $7,300 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Malibu, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/30/2025Current 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 |
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Eastern Malibu | $7,300 | $2,850 | 8 |
Central Malibu | $18,500 | $10,000 | 3 |
Cheapest Available Malibu Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Malibu, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Malibuan in the Eastern Malibu neighborhood priced from $2,850. Malibu Cove Apartments in the Eastern Malibu neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,982. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Malibu apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Malibuan | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,850 |
Malibu Cove Apartments | val1x1r | 1BR,1BA | $3,982 |
20656 Pacific Coast Hwy | 2 | 1BR,1BA | $3,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malibu, CA
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Malibu area is the $5.20 price per square foot R MC 2+2 DB Model at Malibu Coastline Apartments in the starting from $6,495. The second greatest value Malibu apartment is the One Bedroom Model at The Malibuan starting at $2,850 with a $3.89 price per square foot in the Eastern Malibu neighborhood. 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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Malibu Coastline Apartments | R MC 2+2 DB | 2BR,2BA | $5.20 |
The Malibuan | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.89 |
Malibu Cove Apartments | val1x1r | 1BR,1BA | $6.13 |
20656 Pacific Coast Hwy | 2 | 1BR,1BA | $6.15 |
22607 Pacific Coast Hwy, Unit C | 22607 Pacific Coast Hwy | Studio ,1BA | $7.44 |
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Getting Around Malibu, CA
Walk Score®
26 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
20 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Malibu Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Malibu Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Malibu Apartment is $2,850 at The Malibuan.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Malibu Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Malibu is starting from $6,495 at Malibu Coastline Apartments.
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