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6453 Kanan Dume Rd, Unit B
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3709 Las Flores Canyon Rd, Unit D
3709 Las Flores Canyon Rd
MalibuCA90265
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Malibu?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,372 | $3,700 | $10,000+ |
| Malibu 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $21,628 | $6,000 | $10,000+ |
| Malibu 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $32,967 | $9,995 | $10,000+ |
| Malibu 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $45,413 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Malibu 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $47,277 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Malibu 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $73,571 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Malibu, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/04/2026Current 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 | $3,400 | 4 |
| Western Malibu | $7,000 | $7,000 | 1 |
| Eastern Malibu | $7,300 | $4,100 | 4 |
Cheapest Available Malibu Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20656 Pacific Coast Hwy | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4,100 |
| Malibu Coastline Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $5,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malibu, CA
As of July 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Malibu area is the $4.80 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Malibu Coastline Apartments in the starting from $5,995. The second greatest value Malibu apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at 20656 Pacific Coast Hwy starting at $4,100 with a $6.31 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu Coastline Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $4.80 |
| 20656 Pacific Coast Hwy | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $6.31 |
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.