Average Rent in Malibu, CA

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Current Versus Historical Malibu, CA Rents

Malibu rentals average $3,500 for a studio rental to $39,950 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $23,950, or roughly $97 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in July 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $355 (-8.20%) year-over-year from $4,328 to $3,973. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,083 (22.26%) year-over-year from $4,867 to $5,950. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,434 (25.77%) year-over-year from $5,566 to $7,000. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $9,300 (73.23%) year-over-year from $12,700 to $22,000. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $11,842 (42.09%) year-over-year from $28,133 to $39,975. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone up by 27.22% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 16.50% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 17.02% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 50.00% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 7.34% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jul 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$114.18	$3,973	$4,328 (-8.20%)	$2,515 (57.95%)
1 BR	$94.11	$5,950	$4,867 (22.26%)	$6,075 (-2.06%)
2 BR	$68.32	$7,000	$5,566 (25.77%)	$6,150 (13.82%)
3 BR	$113.21	$22,000	$12,700 (73.23%)	$10,916 (101.53%)
4+ BR	$105.77	$39,975	$28,133 (42.09%)	$48,500 (-17.58%)

Historical Rents in Malibu, CA

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Top Cities Near Malibu

There are a total of 7 cities nearby Malibu. The average rent in Malibu is currently $4,500 per month. A total of 7 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Inglewood, CA, with an average rent of $2,595, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Malibu, CA is Beverly Hills, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $10,500 per month.

Let's compare Malibu, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Malibu, CA is 51.43% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 46.40% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Malibu, CA are about 41.43% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 68.20% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 7 cities near Malibu, CA in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Inglewood, CA	$1,700	$1,963	$2,650	$2,595
Los Angeles, CA	$1,700	$2,298	$3,400	$3,695
Culver City, CA	N/A	$2,495	$4,100	$4,500
West Hollywood, CA	$2,150	$3,295	$5,995	$4,500
Santa Monica, CA	$2,200	$2,975	$5,385	$4,795
Calabasas, CA	N/A	$3,675	$3,948	$7,995
Beverly Hills, CA	$1,925	$3,448	$4,943	$10,500

Top Neighborhoods Near Malibu

There are a total of 46 neighborhoods in or near Malibu. Some of these neighborhoods include Wilshire Center - Koreatown, Pico Union, and East Hollywood. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 46 total neighborhoods in or near Malibu, CA in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near Malibu, CA is currently around $3,878 per month. A total of 46 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Malibu's average rent, which is actually $23,950. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Malibu, Westlake has the most affordable average rent at $1,265 per month. Whereas, at $19,500 average rent per month, Bel Air-Beverly Crest is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Malibu. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Wilshire Center - Koreatown, Los Angeles, CA	$1,445	$2,098	$2,767	$2,117
Pico Union, Los Angeles, CA	$1,345	$1,795	$2,598	$2,195
East Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA	$1,549	$1,995	$2,795	$2,323
Congress North, Los Angeles, CA	$1,850	$1,681	$2,370	$2,500
Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA	$2,048	$2,800	$3,950	$2,800
Historic Cultural, Los Angeles, CA	$2,085	$2,323	$3,200	$2,900
Hollywood Studio District, Los Angeles, CA	$1,645	$1,983	$3,204	$2,995
Greater Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA	$2,048	$2,145	$3,200	$3,150
Palms, Los Angeles, CA	$2,235	$3,395	$3,750	$3,444
Mar Vista, Los Angeles, CA	$2,795	$2,647	$3,250	$3,548
Westchester-Playa Del Rey, Los Angeles, CA	$1,528	$2,890	$3,944	$3,864
West Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA	$1,995	$2,599	$3,750	$3,893
South Robertson, Los Angeles, CA	$1,898	$2,295	$3,450	$3,948
Marina del Rey, Los Angeles, CA	$2,274	$3,012	$4,950	$4,367
PICO, Los Angeles, CA	$1,980	$2,295	$3,925	$4,400
Mid City, Los Angeles, CA	$1,423	$1,995	$2,800	$4,450
Wilshire-Montana, Santa Monica, CA	$2,598	$2,950	$4,995	$4,450
Tarzana, Los Angeles, CA	$1,950	$1,937	$2,700	$4,490
Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles, CA	$1,850	$2,097	$2,900	$4,500
Mid-City West, Los Angeles, CA	$1,750	$2,995	$4,471	$4,699
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA	$2,400	$3,195	$4,875	$5,095
Hollywood Hills West, Los Angeles, CA	$1,705	$2,243	$3,999	$5,125
Westside, Los Angeles, CA	$2,125	$2,849	$4,220	$5,200
Ocean Park, Santa Monica, CA	$2,200	$3,200	$6,898	$5,650
Studio City, Los Angeles, CA	$1,549	$2,795	$4,000	$6,000
Encino, Los Angeles, CA	$1,925	$2,500	$2,885	$6,225
Venice, Los Angeles, CA	$2,350	$3,900	$5,995	$6,300
Brentwood, Los Angeles, CA	$2,495	$2,998	$4,900	$6,490
Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, CA	$1,800	$3,083	$5,497	$17,945
Bel Air-Beverly Crest, Los Angeles, CA	$2,500	$2,750	$8,800	$19,500

Top Counties Near Malibu

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All

Top Zipcodes Near Malibu

There are a total of 48 zipcodes in or near Malibu, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $3,868. A total of 47 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 90057, Los Angeles, CA at $1,399 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $23,975 per month is 90210, Los Angeles, CA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,698. That's at least $46 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Malibu, CA is $2,428 per month. Or in other words, $40 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $3,351 per month. Which comes out to $39 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in Malibu, CA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
90046, Los Angeles, CA	$1,936	$2,495	$4,498	$4,500
90069, Los Angeles, CA	$2,425	$3,498	$6,250	$6,500
90025, Los Angeles, CA	$1,995	$2,500	$3,895	$3,995
90291, Los Angeles, CA	$2,298	$3,298	$4,998	$5,950
90049, Los Angeles, CA	$2,495	$2,973	$4,950	$6,773
90035, Los Angeles, CA	$1,595	$2,395	$3,550	$3,995
90210, Los Angeles, CA	N/A	$7,773	$6,725	$23,975
90019, Los Angeles, CA	$1,650	$2,100	$3,200	$3,725
90034, Los Angeles, CA	$2,673	$3,336	$3,295	$3,431
91302, Calabasas, CA	N/A	$3,499	$4,888	$9,495

Frequently Asked Questions - Malibu Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Malibu, CA?

The average monthly rental price for Malibu, CA apartments for rent is approximately $23,950. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Malibu, CA rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in Malibu, CA.

How much is a studio apartment in Malibu, CA?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $3,500 and an average price per square feet of $114.18. There are a total of 3 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Malibu.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Malibu, CA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $5,550 and an average price per square feet of $94.11. There are a total of 26 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Malibu.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Malibu, CA?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $7,000 and an average price per square feet of $68.32. There are a total of 55 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Malibu.

How have rent prices in Malibu, CA changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Malibu, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.08%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.22%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.26%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.73% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Malibu, CA?

A reasonable rent price in Malibu, CA is around $19,160/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.