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Mar Vista, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mar Vista Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mar Vista, CA is a Studio unit found at 101 Dudley Ave in the Ocean Park neighborhood priced from $1,198. 30 Dudley Ave in the Ocean Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,298. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mar Vista apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
101 Dudley AveMicro StudioStudio,$1,198
30 Dudley AveStudioStudio,$1,298
Palms Caribbean ApartmentsEfficiency With No Kitchen Or ParkingStudio,1BA$1,350
MV by CLG ( + Coliving)Co-living Prvt suite Shared BathStudio,1BA$1,352
10340-10360 Bellwood Ave107Studio,1BA$1,495
3674 Empire Dr1BR1BR,1BA$1,500
Beloit Receivership# 02A1BR,1BA$1,500
10608 Santa Monica Blvd.3 bed 3 bath3BR,3BA$1,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mar Vista, CA and Nearby

As of December 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mar Vista area is the $0.26 price per square foot Coliving Model at Haven Coliving - Penmar in the in the Venice Beach neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Mar Vista apartment is the 3750 Clarington Ave Model at 3750 Clarington Ave, Unit 3 starting at $1,900 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Culver Junction neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mar Vista apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Haven Coliving - PenmarColiving4BR,4BA$0.26
3750 Clarington Ave, Unit 33750 Clarington Ave1BR,1BA$1.46
Oxford Villa Apartments2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Deluxe Townhouse2BR,2.5BA$2.23
1539 Beloit AveUnit 2034BR,3BA$1.23
4253 S Centinela Ave2BR2BR,1BA$1.96
Porter Mar Vista - Co-Living3 Bedroom South3BR,3BA$2.11
3300 Castle Heights Ave1+11BR,1BA$2.19
Comma Barrington4BR/2BA - Freeway4BR,2BA$1.51
12523 Culver Blvd, Unit 1/212523 Culver Blvd1BR,1BA$2.14
3674 Empire Dr1BR1BR,1BA$2.25

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mar Vista Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mar Vista?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mar Vista is at 101 Dudley Ave listed at $1,198.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mar Vista Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mar Vista Apartment is $1,500 at 3674 Empire Dr.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mar Vista Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mar Vista is starting from $2,350 at 3721 Midvale Ave.

What is the most affordable Mar Vista Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Mar Vista Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 10608 Santa Monica Blvd. and starts from $1,500.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!