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20880 Ventura Blvd

272 N Topanga Canyon Blvd

22924 De Kalb Dr

5530 Owensmouth Ave
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5530 Owensmouth Ave

5540 Owensmouth Ave, Unit 220

5530 Owensmouth Ave, Unit 233

5510 Owensmouth Ave, Unit 218

23110 Mulholland Dr
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Topanga, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Topanga?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Topanga 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,591 | $2,795 | $10,000+ |
| Topanga 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,155 | $3,070 | $10,000+ |
| Topanga 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $13,061 | $5,749 | $10,000+ |
| Topanga 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,495 | $6,750 | $10,000+ |
| Topanga 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $20,291 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Topanga 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $16,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Topanga, CA
Pricing Updated: 06/07/2026Current apartment rentals in the Topanga, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . 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 | $3,601 | $1,000 | 46 |
Cheapest Available Topanga Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Topanga, CA is a Studio unit found at Clarendon Apartments in the Warner Center neighborhood priced from $1,983. Woodland House Apartments in the Warner Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Topanga apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clarendon Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,983 |
| Woodland House Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Boulevard | R01 STU | Studio,1BA | $2,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Topanga, CA
As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Topanga area is the $2.87 price per square foot San Francisco Model at Arlo Woodland Hills in the in the Vista Point neighborhood starting from $3,622. The second greatest value Topanga apartment is the R MC 2+2 DB Model at Malibu Coastline Apartments starting at $6,495 with a $5.20 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlo Woodland Hills | San Francisco | 3BR,2BA | $2.87 |
| Malibu Coastline Apartments | R MC 2+2 DB | 2BR,2BA | $5.20 |
| Woodland House Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| A & J Investments | E | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Eton at Warner Center | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.82 |
| Clarendon Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.13 |
| Avalon Woodland Hills | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
| Boulevard | R01 STU | Studio ,1BA | $3.72 |
| 1875 Topanga Skyline Dr, Unit Topanga Canyon Guest unit | 1875 Topanga Skyline Dr | 1BR,1BA | $5.40 |
| 4201 Topanga Canyon Blvd, Unit 60 | 4201 Topanga Canyon Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Topanga?
There are currently 106 Apartments for Rent in Topanga, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $22,000. There are also 167 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Topanga ranging from $1,850 to $50,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Topanga?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Topanga ranges from $1,850 to $50,000 with an average monthly rent of $13,502.
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