
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Topanga, CA from $1,500 (30 Rentals)
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20085 Stites Dr

20085 Stites Dr

272 N Topanga Canyon Blvd

22798 Avenue San Luis

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4329 Ensenada Dr, Unit 2

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22740 Liberty Bell Rd, Unit ADU
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5500 Owensmouth Ave

22972 Crespi St

5540 Owensmouth Ave, Unit 220

Avalon Woodland Hills
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Arlo Woodland Hills

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Eton at Warner Center

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22501 Del Valle

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23328 Weller Pl

22913 Gershwin Dr

22026 Velicata St
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22411 Del Valle St

22100 Burbank Blvd

22641 Del Valle St

5520 Owensmouth Ave, Unit 320

5540 Owensmouth Ave

5530 Owensmouth Ave

Pacific Palisades
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Topanga?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Topanga Studio Apartments | $1,811 | $1,550 | $1,935 |
| Cheap Topanga 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,415 | $1,823 | $3,321 |
| Cheap Topanga 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,392 | $2,183 | $8,895 |
| Cheap Topanga 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,728 | $2,924 | $7,300 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Topanga, CA
Pricing Updated: 08/07/2026Current apartment rentals in the Topanga, CA area range in price from $1,550 to $4,755 with an overall median price of $2,699. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Topanga Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Topanga Canyon | $2,699 | $1,550 | 30 |
Cheapest Available Topanga Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Topanga, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Woodland House Apartments in the Woodland Hills neighborhood priced from $1,995. Woodlake Apartments in the Woodland Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,183. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Topanga apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland House Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Woodlake Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,183 |
| Avalon Woodland Hills | A3L | 1BR,1BA | $2,205 |
| Arlo Woodland Hills | San Mateo | 1BR,1BA | $2,269 |
| Eton at Warner Center | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,338 |
| 22501 Del Valle | D | 2BR,2BA | $2,400 |
| Boulevard | R02 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,499 |
| The Met Warner Center | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $2,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Topanga, CA
As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Topanga area is the $3.33 price per square foot 2x2.5 Model at 18101 Coastline Dr in the starting from $7,995. The second greatest value Topanga apartment is the C Model at 22501 Del Valle starting at $2,550 with a $2.68 price per square foot in the Woodland Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Topanga apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18101 Coastline Dr | 2x2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.33 |
| 22501 Del Valle | C | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| The Met Warner Center | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $3.04 |
| Woodlake Apartments | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| Woodland House Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Arlo Woodland Hills | San Mateo | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Boulevard | R02 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Avalon Woodland Hills | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| Eton at Warner Center | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| 22740 Liberty Bell Rd, Unit ADU | 22740 Liberty Bell Rd | Studio ,1BA | $4.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Topanga Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Topanga?
The cheapest apartment in Topanga is Woodland House Apartments which is listed at $1,995, while the average apartment in Topanga costs $2,699.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Topanga?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Topanga that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Topanga?
Cheap apartments in Topanga have an average cost of $140 which is $2,559 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Topanga.
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