
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Malibu, CA from $1,600 (19 Rentals)
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22445 Pacific Coast Hwy

Malibu Cove Apartments

23902 De Ville Way, Unit A

20656 Pacific Coast Hwy

25410 Malibu Rd, Unit 25410 and a half
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22806-22812 Pacific Coast Hwy
Malibu, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Malibu?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Malibu Studio Apartments | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
Cheap Malibu 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,926 | $2,850 | $5,950 |
Cheap Malibu 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,495 | $6,495 | $6,495 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Malibu, CA
Pricing Updated: 04/25/2025Current apartment rentals in the Malibu, 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 Malibu Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Eastern Malibu | $3,700 | $2,850 | 10 |
Cheapest Available Malibu Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Malibu, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Malibuan in the Eastern Malibu neighborhood priced from $2,850. Malibu Cove Apartments in the Eastern Malibu neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,333. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Malibu apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Malibuan | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,850 |
Malibu Cove Apartments | val1x1r | 1BR,1BA | $3,333 |
22445 Pacific Coast Hwy | 1Bed+1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,500 |
20656 Pacific Coast Hwy | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,500 |
Malibu Coastline Apartments | R MC 2+2 DB | 2BR,2BA | $6,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malibu, CA
As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Malibu area is the $5.20 price per square foot R MC 2+2 DB Model at Malibu Coastline Apartments in the starting from $6,495. The second greatest value Malibu apartment is the One Bedroom Model at The Malibuan starting at $2,850 with a $3.89 price per square foot in the Eastern Malibu neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Malibu apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Malibu Coastline Apartments | R MC 2+2 DB | 2BR,2BA | $5.20 |
The Malibuan | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.89 |
Malibu Cove Apartments | val1x1r | 1BR,1BA | $5.13 |
20656 Pacific Coast Hwy | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.38 |
22445 Pacific Coast Hwy | 1Bed+1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.93 |
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Getting Around Malibu, CA
Walk Score®
26 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
20 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Malibu Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Malibu Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Malibu Apartment is $2,850 at The Malibuan.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Malibu Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Malibu is starting from $6,495 at Malibu Coastline Apartments.
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