Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chinatown Neighborhood of Honolulu, HI from $900 (130 Rentals)

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34 Hialoa St
1 Bedroom Apartments

34 Hialoa St

34 Hialoa StHonolulu, HI 96817
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Smith-Beretania
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Smith-Beretania

1170 Nuuanu AveHonolulu, HI 96817
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1640 Lusitana St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1640 Lusitana St

1640 Lusitana StHonolulu, HI 96813
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555 South St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

555 South St

555 South StHonolulu, HI 96813
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Liliha Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Liliha Square

1425 Liliha StHonolulu, HI 96817
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2040 Nuuanu Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2040 Nuuanu Ave

2040 Nuuanu AveHonolulu, HI 96813
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1638 OO Ln
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1638 OO Ln

1638 OO LnHonolulu, HI 96817
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Makamae
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Makamae

21 S Kuakini StHonolulu, HI 96813
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Kukui Gardens
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Kukui Gardens

1103 Liliha StHonolulu, HI 96817
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Kukui Plaza
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kukui Plaza

50 S Beretania StHonolulu, HI 96813
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Edens Garden
Studio Apartments

Edens Garden

60 N Kuakini StHonolulu, HI 96813
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243 N Judd St
2 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

243 N Judd St

243 N Judd StHonolulu, HI 96817
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801 S King St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

801 S King St

801 S King StHonolulu, HI 96813
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Kukui Tower
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kukui Tower

35 N Kukui StHonolulu, HI 96817
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1641 Stillman Ln
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1641 Stillman Ln

1641 Stillman LnHonolulu, HI 96817
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Marin Tower
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Marin Tower

60 N Nimitz HwyHonolulu, HI 96817
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Harbor Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Village

901 River StHonolulu, HI 96817
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1634 Nuuanu Ave
Studio Apartments

1634 Nuuanu Ave

1634 Nuuanu AveHonolulu, HI 96813
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King Manor
Studio Apartments

King Manor

818 King StHonolulu, HI 96814

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421 N Kuakini St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

421 N Kuakini St

421 N Kuakini StHonolulu, HI 96817
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2266 Liliha St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2266 Liliha St

2266 Liliha StHonolulu, HI 96817
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876 Curtis St
Studio Apartments

876 Curtis St

876 Curtis StHonolulu, HI 96813
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1555 Pohaku St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1555 Pohaku St

1555 Pohaku StHonolulu, HI 96817

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608 N Judd St
Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments

608 N Judd St

608 N Judd StHonolulu, HI 96817
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801 South St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

801 South St

801 South StHonolulu, HI 96813
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1617 Frog Ln
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1617 Frog Ln

1617 Frog LnHonolulu, HI 96817
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1547 Miller St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1547 Miller St

1547 Miller StHonolulu, HI 96813
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1200 Queen Emma St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1200 Queen Emma St

1200 Queen Emma StHonolulu, HI 96813
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Nuuanu Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Nuuanu Gardens

1719 Nuuanu AveHonolulu, HI 96817
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Lunalilo Tower
Studio Apartments

Lunalilo Tower

710 Lunalilo StHonolulu, HI 96814
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Imperial Plaza
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Imperial Plaza

725 Kapiolani BlvdHonolulu, HI 96813
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702 Queen St
1 Bedroom Apartments

702 Queen St

702 Queen StHonolulu, HI 96813
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Hale Pauahi Towers
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hale Pauahi Towers

155 N Beretania StHonolulu, HI 96817
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1664 Lusitana St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1664 Lusitana St

1664 Lusitana StHonolulu, HI 96813

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Chinatown, Honolulu, HI Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,201
Kokua HaleStudioStudio,1BA$1,310
Waena ApartmentsMaile1BR,1BA$2,125
The Residences at Bishop PlaceAlcove One Bedroom(B)1BR,1BA$2,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, HI

As of September 18, 2025 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 1511 Nuuanu Ave Model at 1511 Nuuanu Ave starting at $2,950 with a $4.63 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.31
1511 Nuuanu Ave1511 Nuuanu Ave2BR,1BA$4.63
Waena ApartmentsMaile1BR,1BA$3.65
The Residences at Bishop PlaceStudios (A)Studio ,1BA$5.63
Kokua HaleStudioStudio ,1BA$4.76

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Chinatown, Honolulu, HI

Ranked #1

Among cities in Hawaii for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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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 $2,400.

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 $2,675.

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 4 regular apartments in Chinatown that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.