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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Honolulu, HI from $600 (47 Rentals)
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$950Studio Apartments Available Aug 14
620 Dillingham Blvd Apartments
620 Dillingham BlvdHonolulu, HI 96817
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2036 9th Ave
HonoluluHI96816
3408 Waialae Ave
HonoluluHI96816
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1402 Lusitana St
HonoluluHI96813
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$1,300 - $2,395Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Keauhou Lane
502 Keawe StHonolulu, HI 96813
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1325 Nuuanu Ave
HonoluluHI96817
1289 S King St
HonoluluHI96814
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2343 Kuahea St
HonoluluHI96816
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Moana Vista Apartments
1720 Ala Moana BlvdHonolulu, HI 96815
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Pohulani - Elderly Apartments - 62yrs & Older
626 Coral StHonolulu, HI 96813
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$674 - $2,402Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
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99-009 Kalaloa StAiea, HI 96701
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Honolulu, HI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Honolulu?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Honolulu Studio Apartments | $1,875 | $704 | $4,236 |
| Cheap Honolulu 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,536 | $674 | $5,175 |
| Cheap Honolulu 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,058 | $783 | $7,816 |
| Cheap Honolulu 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,496 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Honolulu 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,113 | $1,425 | $9,441 |
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Honolulu, HI Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Honolulu, HI
Pricing Updated: 07/30/2025Current apartment rentals in the Honolulu, HI area range in price from $674 to $20,908 with an overall median price of $3,270. The three Honolulu neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Manoa at $890, Mccully Moiliili at $1,000, and Waihe`e Ahupua`a at $2,000. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Honolulu Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manoa | $1,860 | $890 | 180 |
| Mccully Moiliili | $1,910 | $1,000 | 187 |
| Waihe`e Ahupua`a | $2,250 | $2,000 | 2 |
| Ala Moana Kakaako | $2,300 | $900 | 9 |
| Makiki Lower Punchbowl Tantalu | $2,400 | $900 | 16 |
| Nuuanu Punchbowl | $2,400 | $1,300 | 5 |
| Kuliouou | $2,485 | $2,485 | 1 |
| Kuliouou Kalani Iki | $2,485 | $2,485 | 1 |
| Manana Ahupua`a | $2,800 | $1,895 | 5 |
| Waimano Ahupua`a | $2,800 | $1,895 | 2 |
Cheapest Available Honolulu Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Honolulu, HI is a 1 Bed unit found at 1506 Piikoi St in the Honolulu Ahupua`a neighborhood priced from $900. Waikiki Vista in the Kapahulu neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Honolulu apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1506 Piikoi St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Waikiki Vista | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Weinberg Hale | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Kokua Hale | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,310 |
| Ala Wai Gardens Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Kewalo Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,457 |
| Moana Vista Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Waikiki Walina Apartments | Studio - Plan B - Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,645 |
| Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,708 |
| Kanekapolei Collection | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,787 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Honolulu, HI
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Honolulu area is the $0.59 price per square foot 4-Bedroom Model at Kalo Terrace in the in the Kapahulu neighborhood starting from $799. The second greatest value Honolulu apartment is the Pikake Model at Kapilina Beach Homes starting at $4,033 with a $3.01 price per square foot in the Ewa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Honolulu apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Kalo Terrace | 4-Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.59 |
| Kapilina Beach Homes | Pikake | 4BR,2BA | $3.01 |
| 99-806 Aliipoe Dr, Unit Back 3 | 99-806 Aliipoe Dr | 3BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 45-217 Lilipuna Rd, Unit A2 Mtn View | 45-217 Lilipuna Rd | 3BR,2BA | $3.37 |
| Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| 3032 Lakimau St, Unit D | 3032 Lakimau St | 2BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Kanekapolei Collection | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| Waikiki Vista | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.86 |
| Weinberg Hale | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.12 |
| 1506 Piikoi St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
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Honolulu Overview
Honolulu is the capital of Hawaii and located on the island of Oahu. It is the tourism, military defense, and international business hub in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. The residential population of the city and surrounding county is nearly 1 million people, but more than 8 million people visit each year. Finding apartments in Honolulu is a dream that many people have due to the beautiful surroundings, relaxed island lifestyle, and big city atmosphere. Ranking as one of the most livable cities in the world for quality of life and standard of living conditions, it is also one of the safest cities in America due to strict gun control laws, low car fatality rates, and few violent crimes.
Why live in Honolulu, HI?
Island living with the conveniences of modern city life is a huge draw for most people who move to Honolulu. Beautiful beaches, world-class surfing, friendly locals, and comfortable year-round temperatures are what make Hawaiian living a dream. Apartments in Honolulu are surprisingly affordable and run the gamut of beach bungalow living to modern high-rise style. Whether you work in the tourism industry, for the military, or are a student, life in Honolulu is exciting and can feel like being on vacation every day with all the sun and fun activities that are available.
Honolulu, HIPopulation: 347,397
Ranked #56
in US Census Population by City
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Getting Around Honolulu, HI
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
67 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
64 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Honolulu Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Honolulu?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Honolulu is under $1,787.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Honolulu?
The cheapest apartment in Honolulu is 1506 Piikoi St which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Honolulu costs $3,270.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Honolulu?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 730 regular apartments in Honolulu that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Honolulu?
Cheap apartments in Honolulu have an average cost of $858 which is $2,412 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Honolulu.
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