Average Rent in Malibu, CA

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Current Versus Historical Malibu, CA Rents

Malibu rentals average $4,950 for a studio rental to $39,950 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $25,000, or roughly $97 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in August 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $208 (4.38%) year-over-year from $4,743 to $4,950. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $820 (15.98%) year-over-year from $5,130 to $5,950. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,363 (24.49%) year-over-year from $5,563 to $6,925. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $7,889 (60.18%) year-over-year from $13,108 to $20,998. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $8,142 (25.98%) year-over-year from $31,333 to $39,475. 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 19.54% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 13.69% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 13.99% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 57.49% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 27.03% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Aug 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$148.50	$4,950	$4,743 (4.38%)	$2,655 (86.44%)
1 BR	$100.00	$5,950	$5,130 (15.98%)	$6,000 (-0.83%)
2 BR	$64.89	$6,925	$5,563 (24.49%)	$6,650 (4.14%)
3 BR	$99.52	$20,998	$13,108 (60.18%)	$9,741 (115.55%)
4+ BR	$106.66	$39,475	$31,333 (25.98%)	$42,375 (-6.84%)

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 $2,495, 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 $8,975 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 58.59% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 49.87% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Malibu, CA are about 45.32% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 67.62% 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	$1,975	$2,500	$2,495
Los Angeles, CA	$1,712	$2,300	$3,350	$3,680
Culver City, CA	$2,613	$2,318	$3,500	$4,250
Santa Monica, CA	$2,373	$2,895	$4,995	$4,500
West Hollywood, CA	$2,295	$3,200	$5,998	$4,500
Calabasas, CA	$2,050	$2,950	$3,800	$6,950
Beverly Hills, CA	$2,050	$3,500	$4,600	$8,975

Top Neighborhoods Near Malibu

There are a total of 47 neighborhoods in or near Malibu. Some of these neighborhoods include Pico Union, Wilshire Center - Koreatown, and Hollywood Studio District. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 47 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 $3,750 per month. A total of 47 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Malibu's average rent, which is actually $25,000. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Malibu, Westlake has the most affordable average rent at $1,235 per month. Whereas, at $19,125 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
Pico Union, Los Angeles, CA	$1,425	$1,750	$2,400	$1,950
Wilshire Center - Koreatown, Los Angeles, CA	$1,475	$1,998	$2,895	$2,150
Hollywood Studio District, Los Angeles, CA	$1,485	$1,873	$2,875	$2,350
Congress North, Los Angeles, CA	$1,800	$1,700	$2,350	$2,500
Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA	$2,194	$2,695	$3,995	$2,800
Historic Cultural, Los Angeles, CA	$2,125	$2,465	$3,072	$2,816
Palms, Los Angeles, CA	$1,995	$2,995	$3,250	$3,135
Greater Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA	$1,895	$2,300	$2,925	$3,500
Mar Vista, Los Angeles, CA	$2,695	$3,208	$3,198	$3,598
West Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA	$1,995	$2,323	$3,695	$3,695
South Robertson, Los Angeles, CA	$1,900	$2,548	$3,485	$3,750
Mid City, Los Angeles, CA	$2,500	$1,960	$2,700	$3,950
Tarzana, Los Angeles, CA	$1,500	$1,950	$2,795	$4,000
Westchester-Playa Del Rey, Los Angeles, CA	$1,650	$2,975	$4,200	$4,149
Wilshire-Montana, Santa Monica, CA	$1,748	$2,898	$4,800	$4,150
Mid-City West, Los Angeles, CA	$2,050	$2,995	$4,225	$4,298
Marina del Rey, Los Angeles, CA	$2,101	$3,175	$4,895	$4,488
Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA	$16,422	$2,797	$4,495	$4,500
Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles, CA	$1,864	$2,150	$2,900	$4,585
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA	$2,225	$3,350	$4,995	$4,850
Ocean Park, Santa Monica, CA	$2,250	$2,750	$6,250	$4,873
PICO, Los Angeles, CA	$1,650	$2,350	$4,195	$4,950
Hollywood Hills West, Los Angeles, CA	$1,650	$2,395	$3,900	$5,210
Westside, Los Angeles, CA	$1,998	$2,645	$4,398	$5,295
Encino, Los Angeles, CA	$1,993	$2,195	$3,200	$5,498
Venice, Los Angeles, CA	$2,450	$3,475	$5,948	$6,495
Studio City, Los Angeles, CA	$1,549	$2,950	$3,495	$6,575
Brentwood, Los Angeles, CA	$3,025	$2,948	$4,999	$9,000
Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, CA	$1,800	$3,542	$7,400	$18,000
Bel Air-Beverly Crest, Los Angeles, CA	$2,500	$4,848	$7,850	$19,125

Top Counties Near Malibu

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All

Top Zipcodes Near Malibu

There are a total of 49 zipcodes in or near Malibu, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $3,800. A total of 49 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 $1,588 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $23,000 per month is 90210, Los Angeles, CA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,725. That's at least $47 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Malibu, CA is $2,395 per month. Or in other words, $40 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $3,256 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	$2,195	$2,693	$4,600	$4,823
90069, Los Angeles, CA	$2,898	$3,450	$6,973	$6,500
90025, Los Angeles, CA	$1,995	$2,395	$3,795	$3,900
90291, Los Angeles, CA	$2,450	$3,273	$5,000	$5,500
90049, Los Angeles, CA	$3,025	$2,948	$4,999	$9,950
90035, Los Angeles, CA	$2,495	$2,650	$3,500	$3,895
90210, Los Angeles, CA	N/A	$4,748	$6,200	$23,000
90019, Los Angeles, CA	$1,577	$2,095	$3,995	$4,095
90034, Los Angeles, CA	$2,660	$2,895	$3,200	$3,275
91302, Calabasas, CA	$2,050	$3,500	$3,800	$9,325

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 $25,000. 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 $4,950 and an average price per square feet of $148.50. There are a total of 1 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 $5,775 and an average price per square feet of $100.00. There are a total of 16 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 $6,950 and an average price per square feet of $64.89. 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 0.04%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.16%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.24%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.60% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Malibu, CA?

A reasonable rent price in Malibu, CA is around $20,000/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.