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Malibu, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Malibu, CA

Pricing Updated: 08/17/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Malibu, CA area range in price from $2,750 to $10,250 with an overall median price of $4,977. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Malibu Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Eastern Malibu$2,950$2,7503
Central Malibu$6,497$5,0003
Western Malibu$6,500$6,5001

Cheapest Available Malibu Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Malibu Coastline Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$5,995
18101 Coastline Dr2x2.52BR,2BA$7,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malibu, CA

As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Malibu area is the $3.33 price per square foot 2x2.5 Model at 18101 Coastline Dr in the starting from $7,995. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
18101 Coastline Dr2x2.52BR,2.5BA$3.33
Malibu Coastline Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$4.80
22357 Pacific Coast Hwy, Unit 422357 Pacific Coast Hwy1BR,1.5BA$8.00
17606 Posetano Rd, Unit A17606 Posetano RdStudio ,1BA$8.74
22607 Pacific Coast Hwy22607 Pacific Coast HwyStudio ,1BA$11.46

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Frequently Asked Questions about Malibu

What type of rentals are currently available in Malibu?

There are currently 71 Apartments for Rent in Malibu, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,750 to $10,250. There are also 256 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Malibu ranging from $2,880 to $100,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Malibu?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Malibu ranges from $2,880 to $100,000 with an average monthly rent of $26,641.

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