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620 Dillingham Blvd Apartments
620 Dillingham BlvdHonolulu, HI 96817
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chinatown Neighborhood of Honolulu, HI from $900 (10 Rentals)
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$1,201 - $1,7081 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments
728 Kinau StHonolulu, HI 96813
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$1,310Studio Apartments Available Now
Kokua Hale
1192 Alakea StHonolulu, HI 96813
1408 Liliha St
HonoluluHI96817
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809 Kinau St
809 Kinau StHonolulu, HI 96813
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Loliana Apartments
565 Quinn LnHonolulu, HI 96813
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Honuakaha Senior Rentals 62+
545 Queen StHonolulu, HI 96813
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34 Hialoa St
34 Hialoa StHonolulu, HI 96817
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Queen Emma Apartments
1270 Queen Emma StHonolulu, HI 96813
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Pohulani - Elderly Apartments - 62yrs & Older
626 Coral StHonolulu, HI 96813
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Chinatown, Honolulu, HI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chinatown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinatown Studio Apartments | $1,753 | $980 | $2,128 |
| Chinatown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,201 | $3,050 |
| Chinatown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,069 | $1,708 | $7,474 |
| Chinatown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,505 | $2,200 | $2,775 |
| Chinatown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Available Chinatown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chinatown area of Honolulu, HI is a 1 Bed unit found at Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments priced from $1,201. Kokua Hale has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,310. Here are the most affordable Chinatown apartments for rent in Honolulu, HI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,201 |
| Kokua Hale | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,310 |
| Halewai'olu Residences 55+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, HI
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chinatown area is the $2.31 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments in the in the Honolulu Ahupua`a neighborhood starting from $1,708. The second greatest value Chinatown apartment is the Kiele - Ilima - Maile Model at Waena Apartments starting at $2,150 with a $3.69 price per square foot in the Honolulu Ahupua`a neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chinatown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Waena Apartments | Kiele - Ilima - Maile | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Halewai'olu Residences 55+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| The Residences at Bishop Place | Alcove One-Bedroom(B) | 1BR,1BA | $5.78 |
| 1060 Bishop | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $5.44 |
| Kokua Hale | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.76 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chinatown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Chinatown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chinatown is under $2,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chinatown?
The cheapest apartment in Chinatown is Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments which is listed at $1,201, while the average apartment in Chinatown costs $2,547.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chinatown?
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 8 regular apartments in Chinatown 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 Chinatown?
Cheap apartments in Chinatown have an average cost of $321 which is $2,226 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chinatown.
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