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property at 14 Wavecrest Ave

14 Wavecrest Ave

Los AngelesCA90291

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1827 Butler Ave

Los AngelesCA90025

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 Sawtelle-1661 in the Sawtelle neighborhood priced from $1,195. 101 Dudley Ave in the Ocean Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,198. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mar Vista apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sawtelle-1661Apt-BachelorStudio,1BA$1,195
101 Dudley AveMicro StudioStudio,1BA$1,198
30 Dudley AveStudioStudio,$1,298
Palms Caribbean ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
Matteson by CategoryPrivate Bedroom in Shared 5 Bed 3 Bath-E1BR,1BA$1,392
Apartment available in Great Culver City BACH,1BAStudio,1BA$1,395
Beloit Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,500
10340-10360 Bellwood Ave108Studio,1BA$1,550
MVA0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,590

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

As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mar Vista area is the $2.18 price per square foot 2418 Pacific Ave Model at 2418 Pacific Ave, Unit C in the in the Venice Beach neighborhood starting from $4,150. 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 $1,250 with a $0.69 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2418 Pacific Ave, Unit C2418 Pacific Ave2BR,1BA$2.18
Centinela by CategoryPrivate Bedroom in Shared 6 Bed 4 Bath - D1BR,1BA$0.69
Matteson by CategoryPrivate Bedroom in Shared 5 Bed 3 Bath-E1BR,1BA$0.83
1515 Colby AveUnit PH144BR,3BA$1.13
1539 Beloit AveUnit 3114BR,3BA$1.08
4253 S Centinela Ave2BR2BR,1BA$1.96
Porter Mar Vista - Co-Living3 Bedroom South3BR,3BA$2.11
3667 Overland Ave, Unit 103667 Overland Ave2BR,1BA$1.64
10567 National Blvd.1BR/2.0BA1BR,2BA$2.21
Comma Barrington4BR/2BA - Freeway4BR,2BA$1.61

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mar Vista

What type of rentals are currently available in Mar Vista?

There are currently 5618 Apartments for Rent in Mar Vista, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,025 to $15,831. There are also 839 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mar Vista ranging from $850 to $47,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mar Vista?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mar Vista ranges from $850 to $47,000 with an average monthly rent of $16,143.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mar Vista?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mar Vista range from $1,025 to $15,831, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $25,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,280.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.