Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hilo, HI from $1,500 (31 Rentals)

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Orchid Manor
Studio Apartments

Orchid Manor

355 Kalanianaole AveHilo, HI 96720
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Bayshore Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bayshore Towers

84 Pukihae StHilo, HI 96720
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Hale Kahakai
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hale Kahakai

2405 Kalanianaole AveHilo, HI 96720
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594 Hinano St
Studio Apartments

594 Hinano St

594 Hinano StHilo, HI 96720
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University Palms
2 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

University Palms

1377 Kapiolani StHilo, HI 96720
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MaunaLoa Shores
Studio Apartments

MaunaLoa Shores

1875 KalanianaoleHilo, HI 96720
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485 Laukapu St
1 Bedroom Apartments

485 Laukapu St

485 Laukapu StHilo, HI 96720
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128-134 Kilauea Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

128-134 Kilauea Ave

128-134 Kilauea AveHilo, HI 96720
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40 Maile St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

40 Maile St

40 Maile StHilo, HI 96720
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83 Kapiolani St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

83 Kapiolani St

83 Kapiolani StHilo, HI 96720
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53 Akekeke St
Studio Apartments

53 Akekeke St

53 Akekeke StHilo, HI 96720
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7 Vierra Ln
Studio Apartments

7 Vierra Ln

7 Vierra LnHilo, HI 96720

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95 Kapiolani St
1 Bedroom Apartments

95 Kapiolani St

95 Kapiolani StHilo, HI 96720
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94 Kapiolani St
2 Bedroom Apartments

94 Kapiolani St

94 Kapiolani StHilo, HI 96720
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Hale Huki
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hale Huki

42 Wainaku StHilo, HI 96720
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Lobin-Hung Building
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Lobin-Hung Building

110 Haili StHilo, HI 96720
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Waiakea Village
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Waiakea Village

399 Hualani StHilo, HI 96720

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Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Hilo Val Hala
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hilo Val Hala

120 Puueo StHilo, HI 96720
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Malia Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Malia Apartments

127 Puueo StHilo, HI 96720
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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Hale Hinano Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hale Hinano Apartments

466 Hinano StHilo, HI 96720
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Hilo, HI Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hilo, HI

Pricing Updated: 08/31/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Hilo, HI area range in price from $1,500 to $2,450 with an overall median price of $1,993. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hilo Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Waiākea Homesteads$1,850$1,8002
Puu Eo Ahupua`a$2,065$1,5004

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Expert Rental Resources

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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.