Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hilo, HI from $800 (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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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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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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Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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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: 07/17/2026

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

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Puu Eo Ahupua`a$2,400$2,0006
Waiākea Homesteads$2,950$1,75011

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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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.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.