4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Malibu, CA
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Malibu, California as of August 2026. That's +52% lower than the citywide median of $11,513 and +121% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in Malibu
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 4+ bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Malibu
Compare Malibu's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 4+ bedroom in California
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ridgecrest | $1,879 |
| 2 | Taft | $1,930 |
| 3 | Lakeport | $1,980 |
| 4 | Barstow | $1,991 |
| 5 | California City | $2,070 |
| 6 | Florin | $2,076 |
| 7 | Clearlake | $2,100 |
| 8 | Maywood | $2,169 |
| 9 | Porterville | $2,210 |
| 10 | Oroville | $2,215 |
| 11 | El Centro | $2,220 |
| 12 | Paradise | $2,230 |
| 13 | Red Bluff | $2,230 |
| 14 | La Riviera | $2,250 |
| 15 | Eureka | $2,280 |
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in California
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coronado | $6,970 |
| 2 | Solana Beach | $6,500 |
| 3 | Santa Cruz | $6,455 |
| 4 | Cupertino | $6,370 |
| 5 | Scotts Valley | $6,270 |
| 6 | Ladera Ranch | $6,270 |
| 7 | Aptos | $6,270 |
| 8 | Newport Beach | $6,188 |
| 9 | Foster City | $6,050 |
| 10 | Irvine | $5,986 |
| 11 | Carlsbad | $5,908 |
| 12 | Los Altos | $5,850 |
| 13 | Encinitas | $5,820 |
| 14 | Laguna Beach | $5,770 |
| 15 | Chula Vista | $5,738 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Malibu.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Malibu |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westlake Village, CA | 5.7 mi | $5,150 | $-420 (-8%) |
| Agoura Hills, CA | 7.2 mi | $5,550 | $-20 (0%) |
| Oak Park, CA | 9.9 mi | $5,610 | +$40 (+1%) |
| Calabasas, CA | 12.7 mi | $5,550 | $-20 (0%) |
| Topanga, CA | 16.1 mi | $5,560 | $-10 (0%) |
| Moorpark, CA | 16.2 mi | $4,590 | $-980 (-18%) |
| Camarillo, CA | 16.5 mi | $4,645 | $-925 (-17%) |
| Simi Valley, CA | 17 mi | $4,715 | $-855 (-15%) |
| Port Hueneme, CA | 17.7 mi | $3,830 | $-1,740 (-31%) |
| Oxnard, CA | 24.5 mi | $3,775 | $-1,795 (-32%) |
| Santa Monica, CA | 25 mi | $4,688 | $-882 (-16%) |
| Stevenson Ranch, CA | 25.9 mi | $5,060 | $-510 (-9%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Malibu — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Malibu?
As of August 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Malibu, California is $5,570 per month. This is +52% below the citywide median of $11,513.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Malibu?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $222,800 ($18,567/month gross), which works out to roughly $107.12/hour at a full-time job.
Is Malibu expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Malibu's 4+ bedroom median of $5,570 is +121% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522. It ranks in the 99th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Malibu rank for 4+ bedroom rent in California?
Among the 379 cities in California with 4+ bedroom data, Malibu ranks #356 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Malibu?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include Westlake Village ($5,150), Agoura Hills ($5,550), Calabasas ($5,550).