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Malibu, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Malibu, CA

Pricing Updated: 03/25/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Central Malibu$85,000$5,500160
Western Malibu$85,000$4,200103
Eastern Malibu$89,995$2,995122

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malibu, CA

As of March 25, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Malibu Coastline ApartmentsR MC 2+2 DB2BR,2BA$5.20
The MalibuanOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.89
4374 Hillview Dr, Unit B4374 Hillview DrStudio ,1BA$3.38
Malibu Cove Apartmentsval1x1r1BR,1BA$5.54
20656 Pacific Coast Hwy1bed/1bath1BR,1BA$5.38
3035 Sequit Dr, Unit Epic View3035 Sequit DrStudio ,1BA$7.75

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Frequently Asked Questions about Malibu

What type of rentals are currently available in Malibu?

There are currently 67 Apartments for Rent in Malibu, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,795 to $6,495. There are also 243 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Malibu ranging from $2,995 to $100,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Malibu?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Malibu ranges from $2,995 to $100,000 with an average monthly rent of $37,735.

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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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.