
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mar Vista, CA from $800 (292 Rentals)
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Centinela by Category

3839 Sawtelle Blvd

1637 Berkeley St

Matteson by Category

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101 Dudley Ave

Palms Caribbean Apartments

3667 Overland Ave

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3667 Overland Ave, Unit 7

30 Dudley Ave
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3674 Empire Dr

1775 Beloit Ave

Luxe East

1519 Armacost Ave

3729 Dunn Dr

3917 Inglewood Blvd, Unit 2-B

Cypress Co-Living

2485 Sawtelle Blvd, Unit 107

The Aster

3509 Mentone Ave
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4032 Inglewood Blvd

3917 Inglewood Blvd, Unit 1-B

10340-10360 Bellwood Ave

3537 Clarington Ave

12017 Washington Pl, Unit 5

Grattan Gates

1731 Pico Blvd

12450 Culver Blvd

27 Eastwind St

Sea Isle Apartments
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G8 by CLG

Mar Vista-Palms Apartments

1824 Manning Ave, Unit 10

12222-12226 Ohio Ave

633 Rose Ave

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633 Rose Ave, Unit 4

1718 S Bundy Dr

9618 Exposition Blvd, Unit 119

Westwood Villa

501 N Venice Blvd
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Colonial House Apartments

109 Breeze Ave

Westside Terrace Apartments

12732 Venice Blvd., Unit 4

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1825 Euclid St

4800 Sepulveda Blvd.

Lido Apartments - 5105 Inglewood Blvd

3721 Midvale Ave

11360 Iowa Ave

4747 S Centinela Ave
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Mar Vista, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mar Vista?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Mar Vista Studio Apartments | $2,621 | $1,298 | $4,479 |
| Cheap Mar Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,235 | $1,197 | $7,178 |
| Cheap Mar Vista 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,215 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Mar Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,596 | $1,224 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Mar Vista 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,392 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Mar Vista 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,336 | $1,375 | $6,995 |
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Cheapest Available Mar Vista Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mar Vista, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Centinela by Category in the Culver Crest neighborhood priced from $1,164. 1539 Beloit Ave in the Sawtelle neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mar Vista apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centinela by Category | Private Bedroom in Shared 6 Bed 4 Bath - D | 1BR,1BA | $1,164 |
| 1539 Beloit Ave | Unit 304 | 4BR,3BA | $1,250 |
| 101 Dudley Ave | JUNIOR STUDIO | Studio, | $1,298 |
| Palms Caribbean Apartments | Efficiency With No Kitchen Or Parking | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| 3667 Overland Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,380 |
| 30 Dudley Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,498 |
| 1775 Beloit Ave | # 02A | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 1825 S. Beloit Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mar Vista, CA
As of June 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mar Vista area is the $1.79 price per square foot 2+2.5 Model at 11263 Mississippi Ave in the in the Sawtelle neighborhood starting from $3,226. The second greatest value Mar Vista apartment is the Private Bedroom in Shared 6 Bed 4 Bath - D Model at Centinela by Category starting at $1,164 with a $0.65 price per square foot in the Culver Crest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mar Vista apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11263 Mississippi Ave | 2+2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.79 |
| Centinela by Category | Private Bedroom in Shared 6 Bed 4 Bath - D | 1BR,1BA | $0.65 |
| 1539 Beloit Ave | Unit 311 | 4BR,3BA | $1.32 |
| 1525 S Saltair Ave | 110 | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 11260 Westminster Ave | 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| 3725 S Canfield Ave | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 1815 Greenfield Ave | 1Bd/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Porter Mar Vista - Co-Living | 3 Bedroom South | 3BR,3BA | $1.91 |
| 10006 Palms Blvd | Nº 301 with Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Comma Barrington Co-Living | Co-Living | Freeway | 4 BR, 2 BA | 4BR,2BA | $1.56 |
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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 $1,298.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mar Vista Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mar Vista Apartment is $1,164 at Centinela by Category.
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 $2,300 at Machado Towers.
What is the most affordable Mar Vista Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mar Vista Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 3435 Jasmine Ave and starts from $3,200.
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