
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Malaga Cove Neighborhood of Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA from $1,300 (88 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Malaga Cove area of Palos Verdes Peninsula.


Kona Kai

Kona Kai West

Riviera Apartments

Ocean Villas Apartments

NEECE

23930 Copa Pacific Apts LLC

Casa De Oro Apartments

Copa Ladeene

Camino De Oro
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Willow Tree

The Madrid

35 Silver Saddle Ln, Unit A

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28130 Peacock Ridge Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID1430

Pacific Apartment Homes on 226th Street

La Linda Apartments

Peninsula Villas

The Grecian Terrace Apartments

Riviera Vista Apartments

313 Calle Miramar
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138 Paseo De La Concha, Unit E

138 Paseo De La Concha, Unit E

Highridge

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28124 Peacock Ridge Dr, Unit SI FL3-ID1429

The CitiZen South Bay on Anza

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312 Calle Miramar, Unit SI FL1-ID1166

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312 Calle Miramar, Unit SI FL1-ID1167

524 Ave F

Holiday Riviera Apartments

Eli Kai Apartments
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Kings Villa Apartment

Palos Verdes Terrace

St. James Courtyard

Peninsula Apartments

Knollbrook Falls Apartments

Shoreline Villas

23910 Ladeene Ave

Tiki Apartments

Riviera Holiday

Biltmore Apartments
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The Palms

Kent Arms

23906 Ocean Ave

210 Ave H

1616 Esplanade

Gracia Apartments

1721 Camino de la Costa

213 Calle Miramar

The Villager Apartments

169 Paseo De La Concha
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Malaga Cove, Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Malaga Cove?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malaga Cove Studio Apartments | $1,717 | $1,690 | $1,795 |
| Malaga Cove 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,007 | $2,025 | $6,900 |
| Malaga Cove 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,366 | $2,645 | $6,900 |
| Malaga Cove 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,195 | $3,195 | $3,195 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 88 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Malaga Cove Neighborhood of Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA.
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Cheapest Available Malaga Cove Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Malaga Cove area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Kona Kai West priced from $1,693. Riviera Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here are the most affordable Malaga Cove apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kona Kai West | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,693 |
| Riviera Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| The Palms | Palms Garden Apartments the Gem of the South Ba... | 1BR,1BA | $2,045 |
| Ocean Villas Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,189 |
| NEECE | 1 bed 1 bath Courtyard | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| 23930 Copa Pacific Apts LLC | 1+1 - 202 | 1BR,1BA | $2,290 |
| Willow Tree | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Ocean West Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,575 |
| Pacific Apartment Homes on 226th Street | 35 | 1BR,1BA | $2,750 |
| Copa Ladeene | Two bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $2,779 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malaga Cove, CA
As of June 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Malaga Cove area is the $2.57 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at Commodore Apartments in the in the South Torrance neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Malaga Cove apartment is the 2 bedroom Plan C Model at Camino De Oro starting at $2,835 with a $2.36 price per square foot in the South Torrance neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Malaga Cove apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commodore Apartments | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| Camino De Oro | 2 bedroom Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| La Linda Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| Peninsula Villas | 2+2 A | 2BR,2BA | $2.77 |
| Copa Ladeene | Two bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| Casa De Oro Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| Ocean West Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| 23930 Copa Pacific Apts LLC | 1+1 - 202 | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Willow Tree | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| The Palms | Palms Garden Apartments the Gem of the South Ba... | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
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Best Local Schools in Malaga Cove, Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA
Montemalaga Elementary
Palos Verdes Peninsula High
Edward J. Richardson Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Malaga Cove Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Malaga Cove Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Malaga Cove Apartment is $2,025 at Kona Kai West.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Malaga Cove Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Malaga Cove is starting from $2,575 at Ocean West Apartments.
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