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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 | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
| Cheap Malibu 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,820 | $2,850 | $5,900 |
| Cheap Malibu 2 Bedroom Apartments | $7,871 | $6,495 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Malibu 3 Bedroom Apartments | $11,816 | $7,950 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Malibu, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/02/2025Current 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Malibu | $65,000 | $3,750 | 53 |
| Western Malibu | $80,000 | $4,400 | 28 |
| Eastern Malibu | $85,000 | $4,510 | 19 |
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. 22445 Pacific Coast Hwy in the Eastern Malibu neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Malibu apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Malibuan | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,850 |
| 22445 Pacific Coast Hwy | 1Bed+1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,900 |
| Malibu Cove Apartments | val1x1r | 1BR,1BA | $2,999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malibu, CA
As of July 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Malibu area is the $4.26 price per square foot 6216 Paseo Canyon Dr Model at 6216 Paseo Canyon Dr, Unit A in the in the Western Malibu neighborhood starting from $9,000. The second greatest value Malibu apartment is the R MC 2+2 DB Model at Malibu Coastline Apartments starting at $6,495 with a $5.20 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6216 Paseo Canyon Dr, Unit A | 6216 Paseo Canyon Dr | 3BR,2BA | $4.26 |
| 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 | $4.61 |
| 20656 Pacific Coast Hwy | 2 | 1BR,1BA | $6.31 |
| 22445 Pacific Coast Hwy | 1Bed+1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.92 |
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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.
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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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