Average Rent in Malibu, CA

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Current Versus Historical Malibu, CA Rents

Malibu rentals average $4,375 for a studio rental to $41,250 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $25,000, or roughly $100 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $196 (4.69%) year-over-year from $4,179 to $4,375. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,020 (19.50%) year-over-year from $5,230 to $6,250. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $88 (1.37%) year-over-year from $6,412 to $6,500. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $11,251 (128.59%) year-over-year from $8,749 to $20,000. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $11,727 (35.54%) year-over-year from $32,998 to $44,725. 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 down by 4.20% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 23.15% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.31% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 57.48% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 49.62% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$133.47	$4,375	$4,179 (4.69%)	$4,548 (-3.79%)
1 BR	$104.02	$6,250	$5,230 (19.50%)	$5,583 (11.94%)
2 BR	$68.32	$6,500	$6,412 (1.37%)	$6,783 (-4.17%)
3 BR	$99.52	$20,000	$8,749 (128.59%)	$8,808 (127.06%)
4+ BR	$106.60	$44,725	$32,998 (35.54%)	$17,608 (154.00%)

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 $4,275 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 $2,450, 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 $7,999 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 46.29% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 54.81% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Malibu, CA are about 43.46% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 68.06% 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	$1,725	$2,100	$2,500	$2,450
Culver City, CA	$2,575	$2,438	$3,400	$3,588
Los Angeles, CA	$1,750	$2,300	$3,395	$3,695
West Hollywood, CA	$2,300	$3,150	$5,800	$4,275
Santa Monica, CA	$2,350	$3,185	$5,050	$4,500
Calabasas, CA	$2,400	$2,700	$3,675	$7,700
Beverly Hills, CA	$2,600	$3,250	$4,750	$7,999

Top Neighborhoods Near Malibu

There are a total of 47 neighborhoods in or near Malibu. Some of these neighborhoods include Wilshire Center - Koreatown, Pico Union, and Congress North. 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 $3,625 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, MacArthur Park has the most affordable average rent at $1,800 per month. Whereas, at $18,500 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	$1,473	$1,999	$2,852	$2,200
Pico Union, Los Angeles, CA	$1,444	$1,700	$2,490	$2,305
Congress North, Los Angeles, CA	$1,700	$1,800	$2,390	$2,448
Hollywood Studio District, Los Angeles, CA	$1,440	$1,849	$2,700	$2,595
Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA	$2,143	$2,700	$4,200	$2,797
Historic Cultural, Los Angeles, CA	$2,252	$2,599	$3,194	$2,850
Palms, Los Angeles, CA	$1,850	$3,305	$3,995	$3,395
Greater Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA	$1,695	$2,300	$2,725	$3,495
Mar Vista, Los Angeles, CA	$1,900	$2,635	$3,448	$3,495
West Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA	$1,695	$2,395	$3,950	$3,625
Mid City, Los Angeles, CA	$2,375	$2,100	$2,563	$3,800
Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles, CA	$1,772	$2,150	$3,098	$3,990
Westchester-Playa Del Rey, Los Angeles, CA	$1,542	$2,850	$4,273	$3,995
South Robertson, Los Angeles, CA	$1,900	$2,500	$3,895	$4,123
Wilshire-Montana, Santa Monica, CA	$1,995	$3,000	$4,650	$4,150
Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA	N/A	$3,175	$4,395	$4,395
Marina del Rey, Los Angeles, CA	$2,543	$3,271	$4,764	$4,466
Hollywood Hills West, Los Angeles, CA	$1,745	$2,525	$3,698	$4,500
Mid-City West, Los Angeles, CA	$1,670	$2,995	$3,985	$4,500
Tarzana, Los Angeles, CA	$1,573	$1,947	$2,650	$4,525
PICO, Los Angeles, CA	$1,895	$2,250	$4,150	$4,561
Ocean Park, Santa Monica, CA	$2,450	$3,223	$6,205	$4,838
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA	$2,240	$3,200	$4,750	$5,000
Westside, Los Angeles, CA	$1,997	$2,548	$4,995	$5,500
Encino, Los Angeles, CA	$1,695	$1,769	$3,150	$5,500
Venice, Los Angeles, CA	$2,187	$3,150	$6,000	$6,000
Studio City, Los Angeles, CA	$2,250	$2,550	$3,800	$7,900
Brentwood, Los Angeles, CA	$2,200	$3,325	$5,000	$8,800
Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, CA	$2,550	$3,400	$4,975	$13,000
Bel Air-Beverly Crest, Los Angeles, CA	$1,900	$4,375	$7,375	$18,500

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 $3,635. 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 $1,640 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $22,500 per month is 90210, Los Angeles, CA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,795. 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 $2,400 per month. Or in other words, $41 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $3,399 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	$1,909	$2,598	$4,350	$4,500
90069, Los Angeles, CA	$3,350	$3,299	$6,775	$6,800
90025, Los Angeles, CA	$1,748	$2,395	$4,000	$3,995
90291, Los Angeles, CA	$2,200	$3,050	$5,395	$5,273
90049, Los Angeles, CA	$2,200	$3,000	$5,248	$9,850
90035, Los Angeles, CA	$2,173	$2,575	$3,900	$4,150
90210, Los Angeles, CA	$2,600	$4,650	$8,500	$22,500
90019, Los Angeles, CA	$1,473	$2,025	$3,800	$3,850
90034, Los Angeles, CA	$1,900	$2,625	$3,370	$3,635
91302, Calabasas, CA	$2,400	$3,500	$3,650	$10,850

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 $4,375 and an average price per square feet of $133.47. There are a total of 2 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 $5,975 and an average price per square feet of $104.02. There are a total of 20 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 $6,500 and an average price per square feet of $68.32. There are a total of 43 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 0.05%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.20%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.01%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 1.29% 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.